One of the perks of retirement is having the flexibility in your schedule to get out and explore the world. If you're looking for senior travel, you're in luck: InsureMyTrip recently released its list of the top 10 cities in the world for senior travel, making it easier than ever for those over 60 to find the perfect place for their next vacation. (We think some of these are similar to best places to retire Also.)
To determine the top 10 trips for seniors, the folks at InsureMyTrip evaluated a handful of travel considerations for cities around the world. These included how walkable the city is, access to healthcare, public transportation, number of senior-friendly tours, and quietness. You'll notice that many of the best places to travel in your golden years are also ideal for traveling on a budget.
And before you ask: Yes, traveling is a good idea for anyone who can afford it, whether they’re 60, 70, or older. In fact, travel helps keep us young. “We know that loneliness disproportionately affects older Americans, and the importance of social connections only increases with age,” says James Moses, president and CEO of Road Scholar, one of our favorite organizations. travel agencies“(Travel provides) enriching, meaningful and stimulating social connections for hundreds of thousands of older adults.”
Ready to see which trips for seniors over 60 made the cut? Read on to see the top picks, in order.
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Ideal for activities
Istanbul, Türkiye
Istanbul tops InsureMyTrip’s list of top travel destinations for seniors. “Istanbul’s recognition as the top destination for seniors highlights its rich culture with popular activities and high-quality healthcare services,” says Sarah Webber of InsureMyTrip. The cosmopolitan city of Istanbul is a cultural and ethnic melting pot, a city unlike any other city straddling two continents (Europe and Asia), with modern Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and Turkish structures – it is a skyline of domes and minarets made up of mosques, churches and synagogues, palaces, castles and towers – and of course, incredible cultural monuments, including Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
The Turkish city scored well in many areas, including the quality of its activities (scoring 4.63 out of 5), its healthcare and ease of getting around on foot.
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Ideal for guided tours
Athens, Greece
A must-see visit highest point in Greece Athens is a city that offers a unique blend of modern buildings and ancient monuments. You’ll find bustling cosmopolitan streets lined with international boutiques and hotels, but around every corner, the view of the historic Acropolis looms before you. With over 22% of the population over the age of 65, it’s no wonder the city offers a large number of guided tours aimed at seniors: 181 according to InsureMyTrip.
