When are you too old to travel? It’s a question many people ponder as they come towards the end of their working careers and start to think about what comes next. Lots of people want to travel and have a vague idea that they’ll travel someday…maybe after college or possibly with work. But hey, things happen: marriage, work, kids, or just life in general.The good news is that you’re never too old
to have an adventure! It just might be worth taking a little more time to plan ahead.
Talk to Your Doctor
Many times concerns about health are at the root of why retired persons are hesitant to travel. They worry they won’t be allowed on a plane with an oxygen tank
, or they might have a flare-up of a chronic condition while abroad. One thing you can do to alleviate worries about health problems when traveling is sit down and talk to your doctor about your concerns. They can give you medical advice as well as make sure you are up to date on vaccinations and help you with any medical paperwork you might need.
Be Prepared
By following travel safety guidelines
, you can to be prepared for any eventuality before you leave can take a lot of stress off your plate so that when you go you can simply enjoy the experience rather than worrying about what might happen. Some things to consider are medications, do you have enough to last the length of your trip plus a few spares just in case? Phone numbers for local emergency services in the places you’ll be visiting; phone number and address of the consulate for your country
; and whether or not you think that travelers insurance will be a worthwhile investment for you.
Plan the Right Trip for You
Remember, there are a lot of options when it comes to travel. If you always wanted to see Europe, you don’t have to be a 20 something with a backpack to do it. There are many destinations that are accessible even with mobility or other health issues. So all you really need to do is a little research, pick a place you’d like to go, buy that ticket and go explore the world!