{"id":869539,"date":"2022-06-06T09:16:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-06T08:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=869539"},"modified":"2025-06-24T17:05:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T16:05:59","slug":"reasons-to-travel-in-your-60s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/reasons-to-travel-in-your-60s\/","title":{"rendered":"Why taking a trip aged 60+ is the best time to travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\u2018Baby boomers\u2019 might think the best time for travel is behind them. But that\u2019s a million miles away from the truth. So read on to discover why now, more than ever, is the perfect time to pack your suitcase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-60-is-the-best-time-for-travel\"><strong>Why is 60+ is the best time for travel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>It\u2019s easier to be present<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"834\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/06\/sam-williams-DLLpNmIG0pk-unsplash-1024x834.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-869722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sam-williams-DLLpNmIG0pk-unsplash-1024x834.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sam-williams-DLLpNmIG0pk-unsplash-1536x1251.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sam-williams-DLLpNmIG0pk-unsplash-330x269.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sam-williams-DLLpNmIG0pk-unsplash-2048x1669.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How often does society pressurise us to be hyper productive? Especially in our younger years, we might feel constant nagging to \u2018do more\u2019. Questions from family and friends. The race for that next promotion. The clock ticking on our quest for love and\/or children. As a result, it\u2019s easy to feel rushed and restless when traveling. Quick question: have you ever crammed in a weekend break that\u2019s left you more exhausted than when you left? For many of us, our mind may wander to thoughts of emails stacking up in our inbox or whether the new house-sitter has fed the cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast, travel over 60 \u2013 and especially for those in retirement \u2013 comes with a calmer context. We may spare little or no thought to work on Monday morning. And therefore our heart rates are a little lower. We have time to immerse ourselves in places and cultures, instead of speeding through several destinations in short time \u2013 with a camera roll as evidence but no real feeling attached to the images. Yes, this is travel how it\u2019s meant to be. Carefree, unhurried, joyful. Time to be present at last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/early-retirement-countries-to-move-to\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best countries to move to for early retirement<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You know your interests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CeJdB1xsA5W\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Much of life involves trial and error. Jobs, partners and passions. We&#8217;re often searching for the perfect fit. Therefore those with more life experience are more likely to know what their true interests are. They can charge headfirst into their tried-and-tested passions \u2013 able to explore them to the full. So whether that\u2019s admiring architecture in Prague, walking the Scottish highlands or tasting world-class wine in the Tuscan hills \u2013 no moment will be wasted with your interests in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the beauty of travel involves finding unexpected passions along the way. But this way \u2013 you can find something for you. And with (in all likelihood) more disposable income than in your younger years, you can leave no stone unturned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-gb\/tours\/scotlands-highlands-islands-and-cities-reverse?season=summer+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scottish Highlands, Islands and Cities tour<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/solo-travel-for-over-55s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why solo travel for over 55\u2019s is booming post-pandemic<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Life really is precious<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cd58RfSM0fJ\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s an age-old saying&#8230; but life really is precious. The pandemic reminded us of our mortality and to never take our health for granted. So in this post-pandemic world, we feel a rush to seize the day and scream \u2018Yes!\u2019 to adventure. <a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/revenge-travel-explainer\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revenge travel<\/a> is rife and people are dusting off their bucket lists and booking flights to far-flung places. No matter if Machu Picchu is on your list, seeing \u2018The Big 5\u2019 up close on safari or gorging on tapas in Spain \u2013 the best time for travel is now. Not tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember: age is just a number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/deals\/last-minute-deals?scode=TTUKLS&amp;dealtype=LMD&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Last Minute Deals with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/first-overseas-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I took my first overseas trip aged 65 and I\u2019ve never looked back<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/why-being-kind-to-yourself-could-help-you-live-longer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why being kind to yourself could help you live longer<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do you agree that 60+ is the best time for travel? Comment below your answer and why!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2018Baby boomers\u2019 might think the best time for travel is behind them. But that\u2019s a million miles away from the truth. So read on to discover why now, more than ever, is the perfect time to pack your suitcase. Why is 60+ is the best time for travel? 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