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5 editor-approved tips for traveling with older adults
26.07.2024 - 19:55 / lonelyplanet.com
Jul 26, 2024 • 6 min read
For travelers hitting the road with older family members, whether parents, grandparents or in-laws, it is definitely a different experience than traveling with your peers. Trips like these create lasting memories with those that you love. While they are savored trips, they can come with certain logistical challenges, especially when navigating varied energy levels, mobility and interests. That is why we have gathered tips and tricks from across the team to make the most of your adventure.
When you're young, leaving the itinerary up to daily whims can feel invigorating. However, when you travel with older generations, having a set and planned itinerary is key. This helps keep everyone informed about what they are getting into for the day. It also allows people to skip activities they know may be too much for them.
James Pham, a Senior Editor at Lonely Planet, also likes to keep a list of alternative activities that can be easily added if someone is not feeling up to what has been planned.
When traveling with multiple generations, rest is always a good idea. Alex Howard, the Editorial Director of Lonely Planet, always schedules downtime so no one overdoes it for the sake of keeping up.
And for those who find it hard to navigate long periods with your parents when you’re an adult, Brekke Fletcher, the Senior Director of Content at Lonely Planet, recommends mandated alone time. “Pre-schedule some private 'you' time during your trip; while I think it’s important to unplug and disconnect from work during your time off, it can also be an easy-to-explain escape.” This will give everyone some time to regroup and reset before your next activity.
A major lesson I recently learned on my trip to Ecuador with my mom, who just turned 70, was to balance active and rest days. While my mom is extremely active, we went horseback riding and did a ropes course all in one day. We both woke up the next day with full-body aches and pains, as muscles we didn’t know existed had gotten a serious workout. I would have given anything for a day of rest — it is key for not feeling burnt out.
Accessibility can often be overlooked by able-bodied travelers, but as one ages, it can play a major role in keeping the trip a fun experience.
Make sure luggage has four wheels rather than two. This alleviates having to drag bags through the airport and to your hotel, providing mobility and less strain.
When in doubt, book a car. Navigating public transport in foreign cities can be daunting and chaotic to even the most seasoned traveler. Having a hired or rental car for navigating a new place can take a lot of the stress and anxiety out of getting to various sites. While Uber and Lyfts can be handy, many cities have
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