Travel

Your golden years are an opportunity for adventure! As a retiree, you have more time to experience new and exciting destinations. Load the RV for a cross-country road trip or take a long-haul flight to an exotic location — the choice is yours! Traveling as an older adult has its complexities. A little preparation and travel savvy ensure a smooth trip filled with the best memories. Explore 10 helpful tips for traveling in your older years. With the proper research, planning and know-how, your next trip will be out [...]

If you are traveling outside of the U.S. or to a remote location, medical evacuation insurance can be a crucial part of your trip planning. Unfortunately, most domestic health insurance does not cover all overseas care or transportation costs. Medical evacuation costs can be extensive, especially when you are away from home, in a hard-to-access area, or have a health condition requiring specialized care.Medical evacuation insurance covers these costs for a fraction of the expenses you would pay otherwise. It can offer valuable peace of mind and protection from unexpected [...]

Spending time in sunny Florida can provide many different opportunities like learning about local wildlife, lounging on a sandy beach, or even sampling spectacular seafood, to name a few. When you visit beautiful Melbourne on Florida’s Atlantic coast, you can experience all these iconic Floridian offerings and then some. Let’s look at a few activities you shouldn’t miss out on when you have a weekend to explore the beautiful Melbourne, Florida. When to Visit With over 242 sunny days on average every year, there is almost no bad time to [...]

Orlando, the theme park heaven and one of the best places to visit, is in Florida. Did you know that Orlando receives the highest number of tourists every year than other parts of the world? In 2015 alone, Orlando received more than 66 million visitors. According to statistics, this figure equals the total number of Atlanta residents. To date, Orlando receives more than 60 million tourists annually. Perhaps this is because of the many interesting facts and things to do while in Orlando. With its blooming flowers, green environments, and [...]

There is more to Florida besides the famous theme parks at Universal and Disney World. This sunshine state has plenty to offer, from luxury stores, national parks to beautiful beaches. In Florida you get the satisfaction of choosing which city to visit based on what you enjoy and want to experience. Below is a list of the top ten places you should consider visiting the next time you are in Florida. 1. Orlando This is one of the top world-famous travel destinations because of the theme parks, such as Walt [...]

For a very long time, Florida has been a mecca for seniors – a reputation it has well earned. There are plenty of good reasons why, you too, would find Florida an ideal place to spend your golden years. Here are just some of them. 1. Say Goodbye to the Winter Chill Undoubtedly, the weather is one of those things on top of your list when you are looking for a retirement spot. And Florida takes the day. It has even earned the nickname “The Sunshine State”, with an impressive [...]

Business class travel can be a special experience for many passengers. They get to avoid long lines, enjoy delicious meals, and be catered to by some of the most attentive flight attendants you’ll ever find. Take a look below to see the five most luxurious business class accommodations being offered right now in the airline industry. 5. British Airways “Club Suites” About a year or so ago, British Airways took business class to the next level when the carrier proudly released its Club Suites. The new business class seats are [...]

With over 6 million annual visitors, the Grand Canyon is one of the most popular attractions in the US; and for good reason. Roughly a 3 - 3.5 hour drive from Phoenix and reaching depths of over a mile, the Grand Canyon is 277 miles long and up to 18 miles wide. With such a large area, there are many different ways to experience the canyon and something you’ll want at least a few days to properly explore. Whether it is your first time visiting the Grand Canyon or you’re [...]