1. Buy travel insurance. As you start to travel more often in your later years, travel insurance becomes a "must have." With age, the likelihood of injury can increase, so it's important that you protect yourself if you fall sick or get injured while traveling. Travel insurance can also cover you if your tour is unexpectedly cancelled, or your luggage is stolen leaving you without important medication.
2. Keep it simple. Traveling should be fun and relaxing, not stressful and chaotic. Keep things simple and uncomplicated by choosing a hotel that's close to the things you want to do on your trip. All-inclusive resorts are great options that usually fulfill all your needs. Hotels also offer accommodations for seniors, so make sure you let them know! Also, take advantage of any senior tours or resources that your destination may offer for senior citizens. This way, you're able to go on historic tours or do other activities with others your age and at a more relaxed pace.
3. Stay safe. Keeping your home safe while you're away is always a top priority. Don't post on social media that you'll be away; thieves can track your social media and ultimately break into your home. Enlist friends to check in on your home, water your plants, and collect your mail. Also, keep some lights on while you're traveling. This gives the illusion that people are home.
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