{"id":106609,"date":"2021-07-09T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=106609"},"modified":"2021-06-29T11:44:33","modified_gmt":"2021-06-29T10:44:33","slug":"travel-after-retirement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/travel-after-retirement\/","title":{"rendered":"How to plan your world travel after retirement?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you\u2019re already retired or you’re close to retirement, you\u2019re probably thinking about travel – and it\u2019s never too early to start planning! You\u2019ve got the whole wide world to explore – so where do you begin? We\u2019ve broken down the steps to planning your travel after retirement, from where to go and how to go, to what to pack for any retirement travel adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a bucket list<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wondering where to travel after retirement? It\u2019s time to create a bucket list! Do you want to see the iconic attractions or discover the hidden gems? Would you prefer a relaxing holiday or an intrepid adventure? Do you want low cost or luxury? These are all questions you should ask yourself while you\u2019re putting together your bucket list for your travel after retirement. Here are some of our favourite experiences around the world to inspire your retirement travel adventure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 7 bucket list trips to take to celebrate your retirement<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you love exploring nature, you might consider heading to some of the most extraordinary landscapes on the planet like Patagonia, Norway’s fjords, the Canadian Arctic, the Greek Islands, the Namibian deserts, Thailand\u2019s beaches, or the national parks in the US. You could see the Northern Lights in Iceland, meet panda bears in China, go on safari<\/a> to see the Big 5 in Africa, travel Down Under to Australia and New Zealand, or venture to the final frontier – Antarctica.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or maybe cultural and historic experiences<\/a> are more your speed? When you travel with Trafalgar, you could enjoy a cookout with local Native Americans in Monument Valley, fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines and explore Machu Picchu in Peru, or meet a local family on the Croatian Island of Hvar. You could spend the night in Ashford Castle in Ireland, meeting a family on their ranch in Costa Rica, see the ancient wonders of Egypt, or learn about traditional crafts in Japan. The world really is your oyster!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 13 of the most remarkable experiences you can enjoy when you tour with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Choose your way to travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you want to take an iconic train journey like the Rocky Mountaineer in Western Canada, the Glacier Express in Switzerland, the West Highland Line in Scotland or the Bergen Line in Norway? Perhaps you\u2019d prefer to take to the water with a river cruise in China, a Mediterranean sailing trip in Italy, or a cruise down the mighty Nile in Egypt. When you travel with Trafalgar, you\u2019ll also get to experience our customised luxury coaches for the road trip you\u2019ve always dreamed about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: Why you shouldn\u2019t wait until retirement to start travelling<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let Trafalgar take care of the rest<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve chosen your dream destinations, your activities and your way to go. Now all you have to do is find your favourite Trafalgar trips (or create your own custom tour if you\u2019re travelling with a group of 10 or more people) and book! Our friendly teams are with you every step of the way, from booking, to pre-departure planning, to 24\/7 on-trip support. We take care of every detail, from accommodation to meals and activities, and your Travel Director is always there to ensure you\u2019re getting the most out of your trip. We make sure you see all the very best bits of your destination – from the icons to the hidden gems – plus you\u2019ll have enough time to explore on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Start packing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So you\u2019ve planned and booked your retirement travel adventure. Now it\u2019s time to start packing! It can get overwhelming when trying to plan what you need for your trip. You\u2019ll need to consider the climate of your destination at the time you\u2019re visiting, what activities you\u2019ll be doing, and how long you\u2019ll be travelling. We\u2019ve put together a basic packing list with the essentials to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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