Senior Travel Tips You Want To Know
Are there people and places you wish to visit
, like old friends from high school, out-of-state relatives, a new country you've never been to, or even a favorite vacation spot you'd like to revisit?Now is absolutely the time to take that trip, and with a little planning your trip will be enjoyable, and safe. You'll enjoy the journey as you start researching.
Staying interested and active as we get older helps us to stay healthy and vigorous. Traveling is a great way to maintain an active lifestyle that stimulates both mind and body.
Checking out new places can be a wonderful way to recapture curiosity in the mind and spirit. In fact, the number of senior travelers are beginning to outpace the number of young travelers, primarily due to numerous medical advances that allows seniors to live longer and more active lives.
Here are some tips to help you stay safe when traveling so your trips will always be enjoyable instead of stressful.
Research the best travel agent for you; there are many agents that focus on presenting outstanding service and value to senior travelers. Second thing is making sure you travel with the right kinds of people, as it's always safer to travel with at least one person, and even more fun if you're with friends or family members.
Be sure to ask about group discounts at hotels and with airlines when you are traveling as part of a large group. Keeping the luggage light will simplify your trip and help minimize the chances of losing items along the way.
Wheels on your suitcases will be helpful. If you take medications, it's recommended to have a copy of the prescription with the doctor's signature on it, especially for medications such as narcotics. Those will help you get past the tight security at airports.
Traveler's insurance may be a useful thing to invest in, depending on the details of your trip. Checking on medical insurance coverage abroad is a smart thing to do before you embark on your trip.
You never know when an emergency could strike, so it's better to be prepared ahead of time. Take some time to get to know the place you will be visiting-- before you leave.
For senior travelers being prepared ahead of time assures them of a problem free vacation. Here are some simple safety tips for senior tourists.
Pack at least one full extra week's worth of your prescription medications in case your return home is delayed. It's better to be over prepared than to wind up in a far flung back country without the medication you need.
Many seniors check with their doctor, get a physical, before taking vacations or extended travel. Talk to your doctor about what you need to do for a medical emergency as you travel.
Be sure to keep a list with you all the time that lists information about your health conditions and medications you may be taking, and contacts for your family and doctor. Tell those with whom you are traveling about your list and where to find it. Keep the list on your person.
In the case of differing time zones, have your doctor give you detailed instructions for taking your medication at the right time no matter where you are. Check out any drug interactions there may be if your trip takes you to places where food and drink is very different than what you usually consume.
Immunizations should be up to date before leaving. When traveling overseas, you could need to be vaccinated up to six weeks before you leave home.
Also consider the conditions inside the aircraft. Air quality can be dry, so hydrate often.
Drink plenty of water while in flight. Stretching in your seat and walking the aisle once in a while will help you fight fatigue and stiffness.
To keep your luggage light, take only the essential clothing that you're sure you'll need. Don't forget to pack one item for weather that might be unseasonably warm or cold.
It's tempting to pack light for a sunny destination, but remember a light jacket for cooler nights or air-conditioned hotels. It's not unusual to pack clothing you can wash and wear.
And don't forgot comfortable shoes for walking, but be aware of the image you will be presenting to the local people. Wearing some traveler items can actually make you stand out for local criminals looking to take advantage of tourists.
If your luggage should get lost, a not uncommon occurrence, you'll have to get along without it for a few days. Let other people know your plans. Before you leave home, discuss your itinerary with neighbors, friends and relatives and leave copies for them.
Let them know where they can reach you while you are gone.Leave a copy of your itinerary that includes the name of your hotel, the phone number and any other pertinent information.Have fun and travel safely!
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