The capital of Spain has a way of sweeping you into its rhythm before you even realize you’ve surrendered. Under the warm, Castilian sun, you can stroll down the tree-lined Gran Vía (the main boulevard) with your gal pals or significant other, eyes wide open as you encounter fountains, sculptures…

Do you travel a lot? Do you think that travel insurance is essential when planning your trips? You may have read that travel insurance isn’t worth the cost. This might be personal preference for some younger travelers, but for people our age, senior travel insurance can provide peace of mind and assistance when we need it most…

Do you like to avoid the tourist crowds when traveling? The best way to do this (and save money) is to travel off-peak. Traveling off-peak has its positive and negative aspects. Do you know where the best off-peak travel destinations are for over-60 travelers?

Are you a Baby Boomer who still enjoys driving? Many people do continue driving into their senior years. It makes so many things more convenient if you drive rather than take another mode of transportation. Shopping is easier, there is less lifting, and trips are shorter. It really does give you…

You’d think that planning a vacation would be the fun part – choosing outfits, gathering travel-size toiletries, imagining yourself doing important things like strolling, lounging, and ordering dessert…

When I wrote about checking off my travel bucket list, I got some push-back from Sixty and Me readers who thought I must be rich if I could visit places as far flung as Kenya and the Galapagos. They said it made them sad because they could only dream…

Setting out on a trip in the comfort of a recreational vehicle (RV) is an exhilarating experience, and for you, as a senior, it presents a unique opportunity to explore the world at your own pace. RV travel offers a blend of adventure, flexibility…

I may have bloomed, but I am not yet withered, I may have passed my peak, but I am still on the mountain. Just because I am over 60 doesn’t mean there isn’t a whole lot of life ahead of me; in fact, I can be braver…

Look back over the years and if you’re lucky, you’ll have clocked up a fair few holidays. Sun-soaked beaches, less-than-perfect campsites, city wanderings. The fact is that simply having a break from routine provides us with the memories that stand out…

Traveling alone over 60 is not for the faint of heart. It’s a mix of stubborn independence, quiet courage, mild delusion…