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PostPosted: Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:53 pm    Post subject: What about traveling with seniors? Reply with quote

Most people who've posted here have talked about traveling with kids, so I'm not sure if traveling with seniors would fit into this forum, but I guess I'll give it a try.

Anyway, my grandfather is about 85 years old. My cousins and I want to all pitch in to take him on a vacation to somewhere suitable for traveling seniors. He is in good health condition for his age. He loves to travel and thinks he can still be active and he doesn't listen to his body when it tells him to rest. He really likes to eat, enjoys swimming, likes museums, and likes musicals and entertainment. Maybe a resort someplace warm but not too hot?

Does anyone have any good suggestions on where to take my grandpa?
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 30, 2009 9:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

if he likes museums, musicals and entertainment, maybe he'd enjoy a city getaway for at least part of the time. London, Paris, New York and just about every other major city can be a chance for him to spend times in museums that interest him, or historic sites.

Why not ask him where he'd like to go.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 31, 2009 1:55 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

We want it to be a surprise for him. He can leave any time for a trip so it's not like we have to give him prior notice. London sounds good. I think he'd enjoy authentic English afternoon tea.
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 26, 2009 1:02 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I think London and Paris are great suggestions. I know this might sound typical, but what about Hawaii?
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PostPosted: Fri Sep 11, 2009 12:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Paris would be a perfect place if he loves to go to the museums and love to eats to restaurants. There are so many beautiful sights you can see on Paris
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PostPosted: Wed Nov 04, 2009 8:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Take to the place when he has visited long time a go, so it can bring back a good memory and sure he has many story to tell.
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 22, 2009 9:30 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

i think seniors would love to see things from the past or things from "their time" so museums are great places..i love listening to stories of elder people, they're full of wisdom and know so much about life.
they would also enjoy nature.. just avoid busy and noisy places..
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PostPosted: Thu Mar 11, 2010 8:16 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

krisited wrote:
i think seniors would love to see things from the past or things from "their time" so museums are great places..i love listening to stories of elder people, they're full of wisdom and know so much about life.
they would also enjoy nature.. just avoid busy and noisy places..


I once had a friend over here in SA from St.Louis - US. I booked a couple of days in the Kruger National Park and he thoroughly enjoyed it. We viewed the Big 5 in a matter of tw days and spent most of the time traversing the park looking for interesting happenings. We even viewed a Lion killing a Buffalo.

What was hard was that this guy in his early 70's had to make a pit stop every 30 minutes or so due to old age prostate issues. His bladder could not hold linger that 30 minutes. Now imagine having to stop on the roadside with Lions and other dangerous game in the area. Not Nice and against Park rules - What to do?
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PostPosted: Tue May 18, 2010 5:30 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hello friends,

Hey that seems very good that you are taking your grand pa for a tour.. Well according to his hobbies which you had told in the post I'd suggest Paris.. It is really nice place.. and I am sure that he'll enjoy to the fullest...!!
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PostPosted: Sun May 30, 2010 11:31 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Seniors makes me uncomfortable to enjoy the places due to his restrictions due to which I am never go with my seniors on picnics or on other tours.
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 28, 2010 2:26 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well, if he is interested in musicals, a visit to the Sydney Opera House would be a good idea. There would also be other interesting things for him to see in Australia. However, be warned as the country's climate might not what you wanted.
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