What better way to enjoy your golden years than by travelling? With more freedom and time, there is no shortage of exotic locales and vibrant cultural centres for you to explore. We reviewed a wide selection of them and put together a curated list of six senior-friendly destinations to consider for your next vacation.
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Barbados is as wonderful travel destination because of its idyllic blue-water beaches, food/rum tastings, historical landmarks, and abundance of festivals. This island nation has something for everyone. If you decide to step away from your all-inclusive resort, Barbados has a relatively flat terrain with plenty of transportation readily available to you, without the need for prior reservations.
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One of the greatest ways to experience the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies is by rail. The Trans-Canada Train Tour passes jewel-colored lakes, glaciers, and presents you with the opportunity to indulge in fine dining at the Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen, try the Columbia Icefield Skywalk, or go on an Open Top Tour. Pursuit Rewards offers discount packages for up to 20% off on these excursions. What’s more, VIA Rail specializes in accessibility accommodations for seniors with spacious seating and full-service meals provided to you.
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Golf, anyone? Florida is home to over 100 miles of coastal golf courses in destinations such as Jacksonville, Clay County, and the World Golf Village. A famous travel hub for snowbirds, the grass is truly greener here — after all it is home to the same courses played in the PGA Tour and the PLAYERS Championship. This travel destination allows you to enjoy the Florida sun while having some fun at tee time.
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There’s nothing quite like southern hospitality! Beaches, shopping, dazzling entertainment, and some of the finest car shows you’ve ever seen, “The Grand Strand” is over 60 miles of beaches bringing people together in a senior-friendly and family-oriented community.
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Wineries, gardens, cityscapes, and national parks, South Africa has an inviting culture and an incredible natural beauty that will make you swoon from the moment you arrive. South Africa specializes in guided tours of these sights, removing the burden of planning these experiences while providing you the opportunity to make new friends and connect with locals in an enriching experience.
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Sometimes all we need is right where here at home. Sorrento’s shuttle bus service presents the opportunity rediscover the GTA’s local attractions with day trips to places like Casa Loma, the CN Tower, or Kensington Market with your friends.
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