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Estate Planning

Will My Advance Directive Work In Another State?

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Making sure your end-of-life wishes are followed no matter where you happen to be is important. If you move to a different state or split your time between one or more states, you should make sure your advance directive is valid in all the states you frequent.

An advance directive gives instructions on the kind of medical care you would like to receive should you become unable to express your wishes yourself. It often designates someone to make medical decisions for you. Each state has its own laws setting forth requirements for valid advance directives and health care proxies. For example, some states require two witnesses, other states require one witness, and some states do not require a witness at all.

Most states have provisions accepting an advance care directive that was created in another state. But some states only accept advance care directives from states that have similar requirements while other states say nothing about out-of-state directives. States can also differ on what the terms in an advance directive mean. For example, some states may require specific authorization for certain life-sustaining procedures such as feeding tubes while other states may allow blanket authorization for all procedures.

To find out if your Advance Directive document will work in all the states where you live, consult with an Elder Law Attorney. To find an Elder Law Attorney near you, go to:
https://eldercarematters.com/elder-law-attorneys/.

Christopher J. Leddy, Jr.

Article provided by Christopher J. Leddy, Jr., Managing Partner of the Heritage Law firm in Charlotte, North Carolina. Attorney Leddy is a Member of the National ElderCare Matters Alliance, and he and his firm have a Featured Listing on ElderCareMatters.com – America’s National Directory of Elder Care / Senior Care Resources to help families plan for and deal with the issues of Aging.

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Travel Tips

Travel and Work After 50: How to Become a Nomadic Travel Writer

by Guest Blogger
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Many people think that becoming a nomadic traveler when you are 50 is impossible. All the fault is the stereotypes the modern world is driven by. Indeed, the younger generation prevails among the nomads.

However, your age shouldn’t be an obstacle. After all, if to consider the understanding of the term nomadic, then there is no indication of age. This is just a person who moves from one place to another.

But where to start this journey and in which direction to move? In this article, you will find actionable tips, so that you can take the first step into a new world.

What Do You Need to Know If You Want to Become a Nomadic?

As you already understood, nomads aren’t people of a strictly specified age, and anyone can become one of them. But there will still be some differences in the lives of younger and older travelers. Below you will find tips to help you plan your travel, working hours, and new lifestyle properly.

Start by Getting Insurance Coverage

Traveling and moving is always romantic and full of adventure, which is why you better have full insurance coverage. Distant counties may always hide some unpredictable surprises and your insurance is one more way to stay calm in any situation. Also, having insurance is important for your health since, unfortunately, age increases the risk of such problems.

Balance Between Work and Personal Life

As you get older, you probably begin to grasp the full value of work-life balance. Nomadism and writing is the perfect formula for you to constantly feel the freedom of your time. Work as long as you feel comfortable so you don’t feel like writing is exhausting you. Set yourself an acceptable number of hours of work per day and follow this schedule. You may have to spend the first time trying to find the optimal amount of working time, but it’s worth it.

Also, keep in mind that writing has room for delegating responsibilities. If you begin to feel that you are not able to do something or you are failing at something, there is no need to spend all your time and energy on solving this issue. You can find good and inexpensive freelance writers to get help. Find a suitable assistant and delegate your responsibilities from time to time in order to save energy and enjoy life and not sit for several sleepless nights writing a new article.

Plan Your Budget Wisely

You need to be well aware that it will be difficult for you to follow the same budget destinations that students take. Agree, sleeping at the train station, hitchhiking, or begging for a little change on the bus is not the best fun to travel after 50.

Therefore, if you want to follow a route that many other travelers have taken, consider every moment and recalculate the costs. Since most likely you will have to spend a lot more money than young nomads.

What to Do If You Are Not a Traveler Yet?

If you still do not know whether you are ready to become nomadic 100%, then no one says that you immediately need to leave your home and go thousands of kilometers for a year. You can try to explore your state or nearby towns.

Local tourism is a good opportunity to find out if the travel writer lifestyle is right for you or not. It is also a good way to understand in practice what you really need in a new place and how best to organize your life and work process in such conditions.

Also, do not forget about all of the above points, as they apply to local tourism too. By starting small, you can learn a lot in a year and travel as far from your home as possible with a clear understanding of what you need. Extreme is certainly good, but still, give preference to safer and more comfortable options.

Turn Your Age into Your Unique Advantage

The last word of advice to a new lifestyle is that you have a great opportunity to become popular and earn extra money just because of your age. Most likely, when you first began to explore the issue of nomadism and writing as a new way of life, you noticed that young people follow this way of life. Your age is your unique opportunity to stay out of the crowd.

For example, you can start a blog not about “where to start nomadism” but about “nomadism and work after 50”. Besides blogging, don’t forget about social media and YouTube. Show off your new life on video, share valuable tips, and become the number 1 nomadic for another generation of future nomads. This niche is freer in the context of your age, which means that it will be much easier to achieve success and popularity than when you are 22-30 years old.

Also, in addition to a new lifestyle, start creating content that will also relate to your professional activities. Tell your audience how they can make money from writing if they are retired and have never done this before. Such topics will also be very relevant, and then you will be able to capture two target audiences and not one. That is, you will be interesting not only for those who want to change their lifestyle but also for those who are looking for new options for earning money in retirement.

Therefore, change your attitude towards your age and make your age a business card that will soon bring you a great income.

The Final Verdict

As John Galsworthy said that “love has no age” we want to say that the nomadic writer shouldn’t be squeezed into any age frameworks. Forget about all stereotypes and start living the way you want at the moment. Well, if you are tormented by doubts about whether you will succeed or not, then start small. Local tourism erases many of the risks but does not deprive you of the opportunity to get everything that young travelers get!

By Tiffany Porter

Tiffany Porter has been working as a Chief Writer at Online Writers Rating reviewing a variety of writing services websites. She is a professional writing expert on such topics as digital marketing, blogging, design. She also provides consultations and creates expert writing materials for the Best Writers Online review website.

 

 

 

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Conditions & Treatments

Tips for preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis During Travel

by Guest Blogger
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If you plan on taking a long trip, you should be aware of a vein disorder that is especially prevalent for travelers over 50.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when a blot clot forms in a deep leg vein. DVT has fatal potential because a clot could travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism. The condition usually occurs in the calf and travelers are at increased risk of DVT during long plane or car rides.

The main cause of DVT is sluggish blood flow due to long periods of inactivity. Many travelers will spend up to 2 hours or more sitting in one spot during a long trip. This slowing blood flow can result in clotting, obstructing venous return, and cause your legs to swell.

Anyone who is older and has taken a long plane flight is familiar with the swelling you experience in the foot and calf areas. This swelling happens to most people, but it is more noticeable for someone who is suffering from a vein disorder.

The most common signs of DVT during your trip is a sudden unexplained pain in your calf accompanied by swelling.

DVT is a serious condition, but there are simple steps that can be taken to prevent it from occurring during long periods of travel.

Hydrate

Make sure you are drinking enough water during any long trip. When you have dehydrated your blood thickens, increasing your risk for a blood clot. The air you breathing when you are flying is very dry air and contributes to your body’s loss of water so make sure you hydrate during the entirety of your travels.

You must also avoid alcohol and coffee since these liquids will dehydrate you.

Get the blood flowing

The key to preventing DVT is to prevent sluggish blood flow. Stand up and get your blood pumping. Get up frequently and walk around the aisle, if you are in your car, make a pit stop. You should walk around at least once every two hours.

Your movements should be more pronounced than simply flexing your ankles. A recent study demonstrated that it is the shifting of your weight on alternate feet that is necessary to achieve adequate blood flow. So, walking is key to get the blood flowing and decrease your chances for DVT.

Take some medicine

Aspirin before your flight can go a long way in reducing your risk of DVT. Aspirin is a blood thinner, which means they can prevent your blood platelets from clumping together and creating a clot.

Consult with your doctor before using drugs like Aspirin as a preventive measure because some of the side effects are bleeding and stomach irritation.

Wear a compression stocking

Compression stockings are special stockings or socks that apply a pressure gradient to your lower leg in order to maintain blood flow and help reduce swelling. You can purchase a compression stocking at your local drug store, online, or at your local medical supply store.

Compression stockings are most often used as a form of therapy after an individual is recovering from DVT, but the stocking can be preventative. I would recommend purchasing a stocking with at least mild compression strength (15-20 mmHg) this will help travelers who have mild spider veins, slight varicose veins, and aching legs.

You can find an economy brand compression stocking at your local drug store for $30 to $40. We also recommend shopping at Senior.com.

Wear your compression stockings anytime you are traveling for long periods of time.

Taking these precautions will help you prevent DVT and help you avoid annoying leg swelling during your trip.

If you suspect you are suffering from DVT, do not delay medical attention. It is a medical emergency and immediate treatment can be life-saving. An ultrasound is required to ensure there are no blood clots. This usually can only be accomplished in a timely manner in an emergency room.

Dr. Lawrence Presant, is the Chief Medical Officer at Arizona Vein Specialists. He is a Diplomat of The American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine

 

 

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Destinations

Why Seniors Are the Best Age for Studying and Discovering the World

by Susan Saurel
written by Susan Saurel

Transitioning from the 50s to the 60s and 70s is one of the most beautiful and important time periods or our life. That’s because this is when we take the time to look within and discover what’s been lying there, undiscovered, for such a long time. Our hectic daily lives can distract us from understanding what truly matters, so we might not be able to enjoy ourselves, have alone, quiet time, or pursue our passion until this transition. While this is quite sad, most people would agree it’s true. Indeed, starting to do all the above from a young age should be something normal, but there are just so many duties and responsibilities we cannot escape that making time for our souls can be challenging.

As older adults, we can now focus on ourselves, our inner passions, our studies, and our own world-discovery pathways. Here are some facts about senior life; I hope you find our advice useful as well.

  1. This Is When You Make Time to Rediscover Yourself

As Seniors, we are tempted to rediscover ourselves and our inner balance, one way or the other. It’s funny how the life cycle unfolds – as children, we are taught to respect rules; as teenagers, we try to break those rules that we’ve just learned, while during adulthood, we reconnect to these constructs and learn how to play the life game. During the Senior years, however, we have time to rediscover our true selves and look within to find the real key to this puzzle called life. Thus, following the next criteria is important for anyone, but especially for those above 50, if you wish to ‘know thyself’ the right way:

  • Enjoy the quietness – observing your feelings without identifying yourself with them is the first step towards living a better life. Ask yourself, who am I? What is my calling in life? Why am I here?
  • Make sure you understand the difference between who you are and who you want to be. During our lifetime, we tend to be concerned with becoming more, and accepting less. Now it’s the time to say ‘stop’ and reevaluate your inherent self or being. Can you accept yourself?
  • Do you know what you are good at, and what skills you could improve? And if so, do you want to take responsibility to evolve in those areas you are not positive that you’ve succeeded?

“Find the answers to these questions and start changing your life now. No matter how old you are right now, there will always be more time for positive change, especially when it comes from within,” writes resume writing services coordinator, Jo Ann Bowley.

  1. How Consistency and Determination Can Add Huge Value to Your Life

While many of us believe that reinventing ourselves after 60 means striving for huge goals, the truth lies somewhere in the middle. If you try too hard to reach a set objective, you might end up disappointed and sad, quite nervous about your Senior years, and definitely not happy. In the end, it’s all about the journey, not the destination. If you felt like your whole life was a continuous race for success, now it’s time to make peace with yourself.

Accepting yourself is the first step towards developing a healthier mindset; next, think about the small goals that, if achieved, would make your life much happier and livelier than it is. Find small actions that you can take to make this world a better place, and yourself a better person. See how this mindset will shape your character in the long term. Here’s an example: if your main focus is your health, set aside 10 minutes every day to stretch and just breathe. Make it a habit and see how you feel! Consistency and determination play a big role during this time of our life.

  1. Friends, Coffee, and Cards

Drinking tasty coffee and playing witty card games sounds like a small piece of Paradise to some; for others, taking long walks and watching the sunset might be more uplifting. Regardless of what your favorite activities are, you need friends alongside! While rediscovering yourself is a lonely road, enjoying daily routines should not be – in the end, everything feels better when you have (a) dear person/people by your side. Your partners in crime will support you, encourage you, and help you become a better… you! And you will do the same for them. Friendship is beautiful and magic!

If you cannot think of anyone who’d share life stories with you, that’s alright – just think of people who share the same passions and start making new connections!

  1. Starting a New Life Towards Enlightenment

The first step you should take towards discovering the world is discovering the self, as I mentioned before. Thus, start with decluttering and rearranging your room the way you like it. Don’t be conventional, think outside the box! If you want a hammock in your room, buy one! If you need a huge armchair to rest in, get one! Don’t think twice – you must be comfortable in your daily setting. Here are some things you should also consider:

  • Start meditating. Studies have shown that meditation helps with senior health – it not only enhances memory and sharpens focus, but it also improves the digestive system and melts away the stress! Besides that, you will enjoy it a whole lot!
  • Start practicing daily asanas to keep your health strong and yourself going. I know it sounds like a lot, but I promise – once you start to get into it, your life will dramatically change (for the better). Here are just a few of the asanas that could help you a lot: Tadasana or the Mountain Pose, Baddha Konasana or the Butterfly Pose, Balasana or Child’s Pose, Trikonasana or the Triangle Pose, Shavasana or the Corpse Pose.
  • Next, take an inventory of people you’d like to apologize to, or simply discuss issues. Make sure you reach out and become at peace with yourself and themselves. When we are reaching towards Enlightenment, it’s important to become forgiving and loving towards the others.
  1. Discover Your World and Your Passions

During our lifetime, we might make decisions we don’t want to make and take the wrong actions towards our real goals – this might be the influence of other people, the influence of the society, our parents, or maybe our own false selves. Take this time of your life to discover your true passions and come to see the world through your own eyes. One of the best ways to do so is by overcoming fears of the past or challenges you’d never thought you’d be able to face. Traveling could be one of them.

According to studies supported by the National Institutes of Health, men who engage in annual vacations are 32% less likely to die from heart disease. At the same time, women who take vacations twice a year are less likely to become prone to depression or anxiety. So, discover the world, travel, engage, stay active!

  1. Study What Matters to You

Now that you’ve arrived at this point in your life – where responsibilities start to decline, and you can finally experience freedom – take time to study what really matters to you. If you’ve always been interested in Psychology but never had time to read articles, papers, or even books, get started on that! If, on the other hand, you’ve never made time to study Economics, sign up for a Finance newspaper and start reading! The great thing is that now you have time to do what you please, without worrying about money, kids, or other household duties.

Conclusion

While teenage and adult years are beautifully shaped for personal, successful evolution on the societal scale, older adult years are meant for self-discovery, finding inner peace, and accepting ourselves as we truly are. Be loved, be peaceful, be liberated!

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Destinations

Quiet Places You Need to Visit in Your 70s

by Susan Saurel
written by Susan Saurel

Reaching your 70 might come as a breath of fresh air. Even though you might have started freelancing after 50, the fact that you do not have to work anymore gives you the space to organize your time however you want. And what better thing to do in your 70 than traveling?

Most seniors choose quiet places for their holidays and there are plenty of them. It is also the opportunity to go to those places you have always wanted to visit. So now it’s the perfect occasion. But which places offer the perfect oasis of tranquility and serenity for you?

Which places offer you a new perspective on different cultures and habits? Michel Primrose, who offered the best essay service reviews, has some recommendations. Keep reading this article to find out more about your next destinations.

Thailand

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, inhabiting about nine million people. Bangkok is a glamourous city, full of gold temples to visit.

Grand Palace complex in Bangkok

Grand Palace complex in Bangkok, former residence of Thai King and royalty, Thailand, Asia

Thailand is a cheap country, compared to others. Here you can find accommodation at low prices and high quality. You have plenty of touristic attractions to visit, like The Grand Palace and the former capital of the country, Ayutthaya. If you want to relax on a beach, then you can choose from plenty of islands in the south.

If you are interested more in the wild part of Thailand than Chiang Mai is for you. Either option you will choose, you will be mesmerized by the amazing landscapes and the hospitality of Thai people.

Spain

Spain is one of the best Europe countries to visit when you are in your 70. It offers you a unique perspective of their way of living. Amazing food, like seafood, tapas and paella are to be found everywhere and are delicious. Their wines are amazing, and so do the olives. Most people speak English, so making new friends will be easy. When it comes to choosing a city to visit, you have plenty of opportunities.

Small cities are recommended, as they are quieter and do not have so many tourists like the big ones. So, you can go to Alicante, Andalusia, Malaga or San Sebastian. Keep in mind that during summer all Spain is full of tourists, as they have a lot of wonderful beaches.

Italy

Italy is a country full of history and historical sites. We all become more attuned to history as we grow older, so Italy is a great option for a holiday. Italy is the birthplace of the history of Romans, so if you have not yet visited Italy, now it is the time. You can go to Rome and visit the Colosseum, which is the biggest amphitheater built. You can also visit Fontana di Trevi and toss some coins for luck.

Besides Rome, Italy has some wonderful cities you could visit. You can choose from the wonderful Tuscany and its wonderful landscapes. Or you can go to Pisa and take a photo with the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Venice is always an option, especially when the carnival is on. No matter what city you will choose for your holiday, you will surely interact with the amazing culture of pizza and pasta.

Germany

Christmas market in Munich

Marienplatz with the Christmas market in Munich, Germany

Germany is a country which offers you so many opportunities for quiet cities to visit. Whether some might say those big cities like Berlin, Frankfurt or Munich are for youngsters, some might disagree. These cities are full of history, so you cannot miss the opportunity of visiting them.

The Great Wall of Berlin is a thing you must see at least once in your lifetime. Depending on your visit period, you can choose from a movie festival, culminating the year with amazing Christmas Markets.

Big cities like Berlin and Stuttgart have more than one Christmas Market, but they are always crowded. If you want a quieter and less populated Christmas Market, you can go to small cities like Dortmund or Dusseldorf.

Canada

If you want to get a taste of French cuisine without traveling to Europe, the city of Montreal is a perfect choice. The culture, language, and cuisine help you travel in space and think that you are in France.

Toronto is another option for the holiday. Its amazing culture and arts industry will immerse you in the Canadian lifestyle. You can choose smaller cities and less populated, like Langford, Calgary or Saskatoon.

Mexico

If you are looking for a sunny destination to visit and relax, skip all those touristic and crowded cities like Cancun and Cabo San Lucas. Choose Tulum instead. It is a small city on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. Full of tranquil beaches, it offers you an amazing scenery. Blue and clear waters wash the fine sand of the beaches. If you are an active senior, Tulum offers a wide range of activities for you.

You can choose from yoga on the beach, biking or a spa relaxation. Swimming and scuba diving are also an option. And to experience the unique feeling of Tulum, you can choose to stay in one of those beach bungalows. Imagine how relaxing is to have your morning coffee and watch the sun rising from your bungalow.

Cambodia

Angkor Wat Temple - Cambodia. Ancient architecture

Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia is the largest religious monument in the world and a World heritage listed complex, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992.

If you choose to visit Thailand, Cambodia is near so you can travel there. Avoid crowded cities like Phnom Penh, and choose Siem Reap instead. You will get a glimpse of the traditional Cambodian lifestyle by traveling with a tuk-tuk.

The most amazing and wonderful thing about Siem Reap is the archaeological site of Angkor Wat. It takes you three days to visit the entire site.

The most amazing thing is to watch the sun rising over Angkor Wat and warming its colors. Walking and observing the amazing details of the temple, along with those amazing trees embracing the rocks can be so relaxing.

Vietnam

Why visit only two countries, when you can visit three? Besides Thailand and Cambodia, you can also go to Vietnam. You can taste the amazing traditional cuisine and buy a Vietnamese conic hat, called a leaf hat. You can visit the recently unveiled Golden Bridge. Get a glimpse of the traditional lifestyle by visiting Ho Chi Min, the capital of Vietnam.

Conclusion

When you are in your 70, you aim to visit more tranquil and quiet destinations. Maybe some of them were on your bucket list since forever. Now it’s the opportunity to travel the world. If you want to visit Europe, some countries can offer you a peaceful journey.

If you like sunny weather and beaches, you can choose from Malaga and Alicante in Spain or Amalfi, Rimini or Bari in Italy. Tuscany, Venice, and Pisa are always a great option too.

If you are more into cold weather, you can choose to visit Christmas Markets in cities like Dusseldorf and Dortmund in Germany.

Or, if you want to get a glimpse of the Asian lifestyle and cuisine, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam are a perfect choice. You can choose from a wide range of luxurious destinations at small prices. Choose to visit historical ancient sites, like Angkor Wat. Or white temples in Chiang Mai and gold ones in the south of Thailand.

The great thing is that you can choose an island in the south of Thailand to enjoy the wild nature for a few days. And then, you can travel to Vietnam by taking a cruise on the Mekong River.

There are plenty of places to see. Which one is next?

 

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Travel Tips & Deals

Best Time of the Year for Travel Discounts

by Susan Saurel
written by Susan Saurel

Are you planning for your next vacation? It’s important to take some time and look at the prices before deciding to travel. If you’ve traveled before, you know how expensive things can be if you don’t plan adequately.

Traveling with your loved ones makes it even more important to plan things well in advance. You should not be scared by the price of flights. There are lots of ways to save while traveling. All you need to do is create a great strategy.

1. Getting the best Airfare price

To demonstrate how much, you can save by getting the best deal, here is an example. John wants to get away for the weekend to surf and enjoy the sunset on the beach.

He will be checking prices for a flight from Chicago to Miami. He is eager to start his vacation. Therefore, he will be looking at flights a few weeks from today. What should he consider before traveling?

2. Day to travel

According to Edugeeksclub, the day you choose to travel will have a big impact on the price you are going to pay. A research conducted by CheapAir.com found out that Tuesday and Wednesday are the best days to travel because they are budget-friendly. Sunday is the most expensive day.

On average, someone who is flying on Sunday will pay $76 more than the person flying on Tuesday or Wednesday. If you will be traveling with family and friends, the differences will add up pretty fast.

Returning to our example, if John decides to travel on Friday and return on Sunday, he will have the perfect weekend getaway but it will hurt his wallet. John needs to be flexible with his travel days if he wants to get travel discounts.

This means he should skip the weekend getaway and go for the midweek flights. If he traveled from Chicago to Miami on Thursday and returned on Saturday, he would get very high travel discounts. Changing your travel day can mean so much to your wallet. Therefore, when you want to travel, always look at your travel date and find a flexible date that will increase your travel discounts.

3. Fee Awareness

People across the world pay billions in airline fees on an annual basis. Therefore, if you are searching for the lowest travel price, you need to be aware of the fees.

For instance, most airlines charge anywhere between thirty to sixty dollars’ foe checked bags. You might also get charged for seats with adequate legroom or for selecting seats.

Being aware of these small fees can help you save a lot of money in the long run. You can avoid some of these fees by choosing not to use them. For instance, you can carry a bag instead of checking it. Some airlines will offer you discounts by paying your fees and charges in advance or making an upgrade. Before doing any changes you have to do your homework.

4. Shop around

As your travel day approaches, you might be tempted to shop on the airline of your choice directly. However, you will not get discounts by looking at the specified airline only. In fact, using the airline’s website makes it much more difficult for you to compare prices.

To avoid paying a lot of money, use travel search sites to check what different airlines have to offer. Currently, the best sites are Kayak and Google Flights.

Searching for multiple airlines at the same time will help you discover cheaper dates to fly and even calculate for you all the fees you’ll be required to pay. Further, these sites offer great advice on how to get travel discounts.

Going back to our example, if John decided to search for flights from Chicago to Miami using Google Flights, he would get American Airlines for only $268. This is a hell of a discount compared to traveling without checking out different sites. You have to be flexible with your travel dates and shop around if you want discounts.

  1. 5. Book early enough

The last-minute rush does no one no good. You need to book ahead of time if you want to get travel discounts. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind. Airline prices fluctuate from time to time however, you need to book at least four weeks in advance especially if you are going for a vacation. Booking too early or too late will lead to more expenses.

The rapid advancement of technology has made most aspects of our lives easier, including booking a flight. With the Hopper app, you’ll be able to monitor flight prices and discover the best time to book your flight.

Buying earlier than two months or later than four weeks means you’ll be spending more than required. The best time to travel depends on when you want to travel. Holiday seasons are usually more expensive than ordinary days. Therefore, it’s importanttoknow the best time to book your flight and travel.

Conclusion

Going for a vacation is one of the things we all look forward to. It’s important to make plans early enough to avoid inconveniences. As the popular saying goes, failing to plan is planning to fail. Do your research and use the resources we’ve discussed in this article.

Getting travel discounts is not as difficult as most people think. It all revolves in choosing your travel day carefully, being aware of your expenses and booking early enough to avoid the last-minute rush. Happy traveling!

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Destinations

Importance of Traveling for Seniors

by Susan Saurel
written by Susan Saurel

Traveling is many peoples’ goal in life. Seeing the most astonishing and breathtaking places in the world is something that everyone should do in a lifetime. The truth is that the world we live in is extraordinary and it will never stop to amaze us.

Breathtaking views, mysterious islands, and exotic jungles can barely the surface of the real beauty this world has to show us. But there’s more than that to travel. Traveling isn’t only about amazing places you must see. Traveling is a unique experience that will stay with you forever.

Traveling teaches one more than schools teach us and opens your mind like nothing else. As well, it shows you how different we can all be and how beautiful that is. Understanding other cultures and other ways to live this life is simply extraordinary and it can fill your heart as nothing else can.

The sad part is that only a few of us got to travel when our body is still young and fresh because we have to struggle to make a living for ourselves and traveling isn’t exactly cheap, to be honest.

Therefore, many people only get to travel when they are at retirement, but hey – better late than never. In fact, traveling might have even more great or important benefits for seniors than it has for the rest of us.

You see, when we get older and older, staying happy, sane, and healthy becomes harder and harder. Therefore, traveling, with its benefits, can do wonders for elders’ overall well-being.

That’s why, in today’s post, we’re presenting the importance of traveling for seniors.

It Boosts the Mood

Personally, I’ve never seen a person to not be excited to travel. Just the thought that you’re going to see something new or to have a new experience in a place you’re totally in love with has the power to instantly boost your mood and fill you with enthusiasm and happiness.

When you’re older, very, very few things can make you experience those feelings and one of those few things is traveling. Therefore, traveling should be a must for every elder person because it’s crucial to have a great mood as a predominantly bad mood can affect your health.

Keep the Mind Sharp

As most seniors are retired, it means that they don’t really have to keep their mid preoccupied since they can just relax if that’s what they wish for. But keeping your mind sharp at an old age is crucial for staying young as much as possible because we all know that the older we get the faster we forget things.

Traveling is the best medicine for keeping your mind sharp. Yes reading books and gaining knowledge helps it too, but traveling takes it to another level. You see, when you travel your mind has to organize a whole trip, has to remember to put all you need for that trip in the suitcase and the schedule you created, and when you travel, you’re usually facing new experiences and obstacles that will make your mind think outside the box to overcome them.

And those are just a few good examples of how traveling keeps your mind sharp.

Makes the Life more Interesting

When your old life is no longer as interesting as it used to be – you’re kids are old and have their own families and unless you’re very close, there’s not so much to do around the house and boredom can easily settle in your life which is highly not recommended by specialists from Essay Shark.

Therefore, you should find an activity to bring your life back to life and make it more interesting than ever. The best thing you can do is, of course, travel. There’s no more interesting and thrilling than traveling.

Keeps the Body Healthy and the Mind Happy

The best way to keep yourself from getting older is by keeping your body active and healthy and your mind happy. But how you do that – of course, through traveling.

While effort isn’t really recommended for elders, walking is the best solution to stay active and when you travel you know that you’re going to walk a lot. The more active you are the healthier you stay. As well, there’s no better way to keep your mind happy than through traveling.

When you travel all the new amazing things you see and learn will instantly make you happy because you are so grateful for getting to experience all those things.

Rediscover the World

At a certain age, you can start thinking as you know it all, seen it all, and done it all. But the truth is far from that, according to an EssayShark review. We should never think like that because like is a journey in which we got to keep learning and gaining knowledge in order to evolve and become a better version of ourselves and this process should never stop no matter if you’re retired or not.

But sometimes we need something to push us away from our belief that we know it all because we’re old and regain a new perspective about the world we live in and even rediscovering it.

Keeps the Mind Open

We all know that we older we get the more close-minded we seem to get, but that’s not really ok for our mental health. Keeping your mind open can be the key to a happy retirement.

Of course, the best way to keep your mind open is by discovering new things and aspects of this wonderful world we live in and the only way to do it is by traveling the world.

Conclusion

Traveling is probably one of the most amazing experiences one can have in this life, and what other better things you can do with all that free time you have at retirement than travel, right? As you can see, traveling can be a real cure for our mind and body, which is very much needed considering that we’re only getting older.

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Travel Freely By Fitting Your Life Into An RV

by Guest Blogger
written by Guest Blogger

Downsizing To An RV

10% of Recreational Vehicles (RV) drivers are seniors over 55, making it a popular choice for your life post-retirement. Moving out of your home and living full time in a van has plenty of benefits for your financial and mental health, but it can be hard to strip back and live the minimalist life required. As long as you can still drive, moving into an RV could mean a life of continued adventure as you age. Rather than being cut off from the community, with your brain health deteriorating, you can stay active, alert and, most importantly, happy with you the way you spend your golden years.

It may seem that new experiences are for the young, but there is no better time to try new things than in retirement. Use the extra free time you have to follow your passions and live the best life possible. An RV can be a safe, comfortable, affordable, yet adventurous way to live your life. It may require you to reduce your possessions more than you ever have before, but this can bring additional mental health benefits.

The Benefits Of An RV For Seniors

Life in an RV can be one of limited stress. With less physical space and items to worry about, you will feel the benefits of decreased anxiety. Not to mention the financial benefits of no longer having a mortgage. Many retirees end up with more free time and wish to use this time to travel.

However, you may think you are too old for the fast pace of backpacking through hostels. Owning an RV full time allows you to move as quickly or slowly as you feel comfortable with and prevents the need to run around after public transport. It also allows you a completely private space. 88% of travel happens by car, truck or RV, in part because this reduces the stress of having to catch a plane, bus or train.

The Benefits Of Minimal And Frugal Living

The brain is always trying to process information. The more things it has to compute, the harder it has to work, which makes it feel tired and stressed, which can speed up the aging process. To avoid age-related conditions from developing, consider adopting a simpler existence. You should still maintain an active brain, but use it for the delightful aspects of your life, such as reading, writing and socializing. To do this, you need to stop wasting energy on chores.

The more material items you have, the more you have to clean, wash, organize and fix. You will be more likely to lose things and devote more mental energy to finding them. If you only have a few outfits to choose from in the morning, you won’t exert mental energy deciding what to wear. This is known as ‘decision fatigue,’ and it can leave you too tired to spend mental energy on the things necessary to you.

As you become older and wiser, you’ll realize that experiencing the present moment is more important for your mental health. Owning unnecessary items will only get in the way of enjoying experiences. An RV will force you to downsize to build a life of skills rather than objects. As you decrease your number of possessions, you will start to need less stuff, which will mean you don’t need to shop as much, so you’ll have more money and less finance-related stress and anxiety.

Minimizing Your Possessions

So how do you go about downsizing so that you can fit your whole life into an RV? Packing light is essential for fuel efficiency, but it can also improve your mental wellbeing so try and only take the essentials. While some people like to go through their entire house getting rid of stuff, this isn’t always the most effective method.

Start with the empty RV and only fill it with the things you need. An excellent way to tell what you require is to pack everything away. For two weeks, just unpack an item as and when you need it. If you haven’t used something after two weeks, the chances are you don’t need it. The things you unpack can then be packed into the RV and everything else sold, donated or thrown away.

Taking Advantage Of Storage

Okay, so maybe the above scenario is slightly idealistic. It can be a useful method, but what about those things that you hardly ever use, but don’t want to throw away? These are usually sentimental items. Seniors tend to collect items over the years, keeping old school journals and boxes of photos of their ever-growing family. These are things worth keeping but maybe aren’t necessary for your downsized lifestyle.

However, you don’t have to pack them into your RV. Sentimental and rarely used items can always be left with a family member or put into storage. Renting a small storage unit will allow you to keep the clutter out of your RV, without having to abandon them altogether. For just a small fee, you can become a minimalist risk-free. If you still haven’t touched these items after a year, then you can revisit them and cut them down some more.

This will allow you to move the remainder to a smaller storage facility. Aim to pack the non-essentials that you aren’t bringing on your road trip into a couple of suitcases, which can be easily stored at the house of a friend or family member. These items will then be out of sight and out of mind so that you can become more focused and present while you travel.

RVs are a great way for seniors to experience new adventures. They can help create a simplified and more peaceful lifestyle while being cost-effective. Retirement is the perfect time to begin this new adventure while retaining a safe and comfortable lifestyle. Start to get rid of unnecessary possessions, putting sentimental items into storage, and start a life of freedom on the open road.

Upside of Downsizing helps 50 plus-year-olds gain freedom by downsizing, which leads to a happy and healthy life balance. Contact: info@upsideofdownsizing.com

Bio: Sally Phillips is a professional freelance writer with many years experience in many different areas. She made the move to freelancing from a stressful corporate job and loves the work-life balance it offers her. When not at work, Sally enjoys reading, hiking, spending time with her family and traveling as much as possible.

Mary Spann

Mary Spann is the founder and president of Upside of Downsizing®. In addition to her 26 years in construction, interior design, and home staging, Mary also holds college degrees in Social Work and Psychology, making her uniquely qualified to assist with the downsizing process, and helping 50 plus-year-olds achieve a happy and healthy life balance. Mary learned the key components of construction and interior design at an early age. Her father was a prominent custom home builder in Minnesota and Texas, and her mother was a successful interior designer and a principal broker.

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Should you Buy Travel Insurance?

by Kylie Johnson
written by Kylie Johnson

A sudden emergency, bad weather or lost luggage can turn a dream vacation into a nightmare. Travel insurance offers peace of mind, covering cancellations, medical emergencies and more. Check out these common travel insurance scenarios to see if you could benefit from travel insurance on your next trip.

What does travel insurance cover?

Trip cancellations or interruptions

Sometimes, situations beyond your control impact your travel plans. Weather, family tragedies, illness, work and other issues can cause you to cancel, postpone or interrupt your trip.

  • Weather or worker delays: Some travel insurance policies offer reimbursement for trips interrupted by worker strikes or the weather.
  • Sickness, injury or death: An illness, injury or death of you or a loved one might require a trip cancellation. With the right coverage it won’t cost the policyholder financially.
  • Work-related interruptions: If work interferes with your ability to travel, you can cancel and get your money back with the right coverage. The same is true if you become unemployed and can’t afford to take your planned trip.

Medical expenses

Many health insurance policies will not pay for services incurred outside of their coverage network. This can leave travelers facing huge medical bills in the event of an issue during a trip. Travel insurance can make up the difference.

  • Emergency evacuation: If you suffer from a medical emergency during a trip, your travel insurance may cover medical and ambulance (and even evacuation by plane) expenses.
  • Dental coverage: A dental emergency may not be immediately life threatening, but it can certainly ruin a vacation. Be sure that your dental coverage protects you where you’re visiting, or consider including it in your travel insurance plan.
  • Pre-existing condition coverage: A pre-existing condition can act up at any time, but many travel insurance policies will not cover them. Ask about pre-existing conditions since premium policies may include this type of coverage.

Flight cancellations

Anything that interrupts a trip, including missing your connecting flight, could leave you struggling to meet back up with your travel group. Travel insurance picks up the bill for transportation services that you need to keep you on schedule.

  • Canceled flight coverage: If your flight is canceled and it causes you to miss a connection, travel insurance can pay for a hotel stay and a new flight as soon as it’s available.
  • Easy logistics: When you miss a flight, it can throw your entire itinerary out of whack, but your travel insurance company should be able to do the work to put you back on track.
  • Interruption coverage: If something happens at home, and you need to cut your trip short, travel insurance can help cover the cost of return fare and reimburse the unused portion of your trip.

Lost or stolen baggage or belongings

Lost, delayed or damaged luggage can start any trip on the wrong foot. It can also cost an arm and a leg to buy an emergency wardrobe for a vacation.

  • Clothing allowance: If your luggage is lost, be sure to ask your insurer about a clothing allowance to help you get through your vacation and replace your missing items.
  • Property replacement: It’s not uncommon for people to travel with valuable items like jewelry or personal care products. Be sure to discuss them with your insurance company before traveling to ensure they’re covered for replacement.
  • Luggage delays: If your luggage is permanently lost, your travel insurance would probably replace it, but if it’s only delayed, you might need to deal with some interim needs. Insurance could pay for an outfit or two and for toiletries, just to hold you over until your luggage can be delivered.

Trip extensions

Typically, travel insurance covers a specific trip, which is arranged in advance. If you decide to extend your vacation, you might lose your travel insurance. With that in mind, consider the following:

  • Ask about policy extensions: It’s always a good idea to know ahead of time whether you can also extend your travel insurance coverage if you decide on the fly to extend your trip.
  • Long-term and short-term policies: Many travel insurance policies only cover a short time-frame, sometimes only a week or two. If you plan to travel more extensively, be sure to ask about long-term options.
  • Limited coverage on extensions: Some travel insurance may allow for limited extensions with little to no extra cost. They may not include all premium services, however, so it’s important to find out what is and is not covered on an extension.

 

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