Types of Travel for Seniors

Spending time with grandchildren builds an important relationship and creates wonderful memories - just ask any grandparent. As your grandchildren grow older, taking them to fun and educational places is enjoyable for both them and you. If you're wondering where to take your grandchildren and what to expect when you get there, take a look at...

Leaving home for a vacation does not mean you need to leave your favorite pastimes behind. Many travelers are choosing themed cruises or tours that match their interests. Whether you enjoy cruising, guided tours, conventions or do-it-yourself vacations, building a trip around an activity, performing artist or time period you enjoy can make...

If you have always wanted to travel, but don't want to put an itinerary together yourself, consider going back to school for your next vacation. Find out more about senior-friendly noncredit travel study opportunities.

While traditional museums have much to offer, they often don't have space enough to present a detailed picture of the greatest inventive minds in US history. Follow us on the inventors' trail, and learn more about Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, the Wright brothers, Benjamin Franklin and George Washington Carver.

Many readers over the years have enjoyed Maud Hart Lovelace's Betsy-Tacy books, which chronicle the adventures of aspiring writer Betsy Ray, her best friend Tacy Kelly, and their families in turn-of-the-twentieth-century Minnesota.Learn more about visiting the Betsy-Tacy Houses.

Travel without a pre-planned itinerary, can be wonderful, intimidating, or both. Wandering through cities, national parks or small villages without worrying about where to go next can be an ideal vacation for some but a near-nightmare for others. In reality, almost anyone can travel spontaneously, but it is important to think through the pros...

Our beautiful planet is under constant threat from both mankind and nature. Some of the wonders of the ancient world are now lost to us, while ecosystems and the species they support are also in jeopardy of vanishing. Learn more about some of the world's most endangered destinations.

At its best, poverty tourism opens our eyes to real-world problems and inspire us to make a difference both overseas and at home. However, poverty tourism can also exploit the very people who need help the most. Learn more about poverty tourism and explore alternatives to it.

Open Days offer the opportunity to tour privately-owned gardens in 23 states. On a region's Open Days, you can tour a participating garden for just $5. Learn more about garden tours on Open Days.

Perhaps you've always wanted to take your grandchildren on a trip they'll never forget, or to show your extended family your own grandparents' hometown. Intergenerational travel is extremely rewarding; everyone who participates comes home with wonderful family memories. Read our tips for planning a successful intergenerational travel experience.

Wine travel can take you to some of Europe's most historic, beautiful destinations. The wine regions of Germany, Italy and France appeal to wine and food travelers from around the world.

Traveling with your grandchildren doesn't have to be limited to theme parks and water slides. By combining hobbies and travel, you can introduce your grandkids to enjoyable pastimes and give them a vacation experience they'll always remember.

Travel and learning go hand in hand. Whether you’re just learning a new skill or looking for a way to increase your expertise, you can probably find a travel opportunity to help you add to your knowledge base.

Taking your grandchildren to an aquarium is a rewarding, enjoyable experience. At an aquarium, you'll see huge tanks filled with fish from various habitats as well as small tanks that give you close-up views of seahorses, jellies, corals and more. We'll help you plan your aquarium adventure and give you "tank tested" tips for making the most of your experience.

Most children are fascinated by science-related topics. If dinosaurs, volcanoes or space vehicles enthrall your grandchildren, consider taking them to a science museum. Visiting science museums is an excellent way to both learn and build lasting memories. We'll help you plan your grandparent-grandchild science museum outing.

Taking your grandchildren to a water park can be one part of a wonderful vacation or the cornerstone of a staycation experience. If you have never been to a water park, you'll want to read our tips for making the most of your experience.

Considering a romantic getaway or second honeymoon? Find information on romantic destinations and accommodations.

Planning a romantic getaway? Let About.com's Guide to Hotels / Resorts / Inns, Charlyn Keating Chisholm, give you some tips for making your trip truly special.

Combining travel with genealogy research sounds like the ideal vacation, at least for the family history buff. Our step-by-step genealogy vacation planner will help you make the most of your trip, whether you are doing family history research or visiting your ancestral homeland. Learn more about planning a genealogy vacation.

Spiritual travel is different from other types of vacations. Spiritual travelers seek to refresh their souls and deepen their understanding of themselves and others. Discover the different types of spiritual travel.

If typical travel experiences aren't your style, consider a volunteer travel opportunity. You can share your time and talents near home or on the other side of the planet. Either way, you'll leave some very important things behind - hope and help.

Sustainable tourism is a rapidly-growing sector of the travel industry. Sustainable tourism minimizes tourists' impact on the environment and cultural heritage sites while providing employment and business opportunities for the people who live nearby. Find the answers to basic questions about sustainable tourism.