Travel

Retirement for many is a time of travel and exploration. And some even take it a step further by relocating to a new country, at least on a part-time basis. Finding a new retirement location that’s safe, affordable and welcoming to Americans may take some searching, but here’s a start:…

Packing for a trip, the last thing you want to think about is what happens if I get sick while traveling. Will I have trouble finding a doctor or getting appropriate care? If you are on Medicare, you’ll probably be able to access care as long as you are traveling within…

According to national surveys, one of the greatest regrets of older people is not travelling enough in their lives. Carving out the time and money to travel as a younger person is often difficult, and many people look to their retirement years to make up for long delayed trips. For…

Travel these days often means long lines and delays. It’s valuable to plan ahead to minimize as many barriers to smooth sailing as possible- that includes items in your luggage that can delay exit or entry from one country to another. Prescription medications fall into that category. The Food and…

Seems like it may be time to say goodbye to the stereotypical images of retirement: the gold watch and the Florida winter getaways are quickly being replaced with consulting gigs, volunteer commitments and adventure travel. As one “retiree” has said, it’s now the age of “Consulteering.” Emotionally, it’s no easy…

Travel these days can be a hassle- going through security lines, looking for cheap airfares, penalties for excess baggage. But what about the emotional baggage that accompanies travel with your aging relatives? Is there a way to create a joyful experience despite potential friction or physical limitations? Blogger Valerie Grubb…