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With an increasing amount of travel destinations offering senior-friendly facilities and greater accessibility, families can travel together with more ease. In this article we feature 5 different elderly-friendly travel destinations that you and your loved ones can explore.
Cruises are the perfect holiday choice for your family if you are looking for an all-in-one entertainment venue. They have a wide range of amenities and entertainment onboard, ensuring that there is something appealing for everyone in the family and no one will leave the cruise with a dull and boring experience.
There are a variety of reasons why cruises are so popular with seniors, including:
All the facilities and amenities are located together under one roof so everything they need can be found on the ship. Also, public areas are wheelchair accessible, so seniors with mobility issues need not worry about getting around in the cruise. There are a variety of activities which seniors can take part in onboard for free and seniors need not worry about dining options as there are a range of restaurants onboard. Lastly, there are many entertainment options available onboard which are sure to keep the older adults occupied. Ranging from world-class performances to live bands performances, no one will leave the cruise disappointed!
Recommended places: Malaysia (short-haul), Japan, Australia, Hawaii
Accessibility Rating: ★★★★★
Most cities in Japan have facilities for seniors to move about easier therefore, mobility should not be an issue when getting around in cities. Seniors are given priority and do not be surprised when the friendly locals reach out to help you! Also, there are many tourists attractions in Japan offering free admission or discounts for seniors so make sure to prepare your passport for verification purposes. However, be sure to ask about these discounts as some attractions do not post signages mentioning about them!
Recommended places: Laid-back Environment: Hokkaido, Kyushu, Kyoto Fast-paced Environment: Tokyo and Osaka
Accessibility Rating: ★★★★☆
Being a country where great importance is placed on respecting your elders, it is little wonder that China is popular with senior travellers. China also has many natural wonders which are known for their gorgeous scenery, making it great for sightseeing and they are also often rich in history. As China has many cities, there are some which are more developed compared to others so it is often best advised to visit the more developed cities so that mobility will not be an issue. China is a popular destination for elderly travellers due to:
Rich cultural history
Availability of senior-friendly features at popular tourist locations
Variety of cultural activities to take part in
Some cities such as Guilin are known for their clean air and fresh water therefore making it a very popular tourist destination for elderly travellers. Besides shopping and visiting tourist attractions, senior travellers can feel free to take part in cultural activities such as learning calligraphy or learning the basic Chinese cooking methods to cook Chinese cuisine. Another senior-friendly feature available in China are the availability of wheelchair-accessible ramps and lifts at popular tourists locations. This include Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square and Terra Cotta Warriors site. This allows even the disabled to take in the sights of China and to be able to fully immerse themselves in the attractions. Recommended places: Guilin, Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu and Xi’an.
Accessibility Rating: ★★★☆☆
Auckland is rated the third most liveable city in the world. It is a thriving multi-cultural hub of cuisine, music, art and culture. Auckland, is a city full of outstanding food and wine, at the same time, a great place to do some shopping. Not only that, it is also an easy drive away from beautiful beaches, hiking trails and islands. Visit nature in their wonderful sunny climate, and get a tan in.
There are multiple reasons why older travellers like travelling to Hong Kong, including:
Mostly flat grounds, which makes it safe for seniors to walk on, with or without mobility aids.
Provide many senior-friendly travel tours
Many options of wheelchair friendly places to visit
Slow-paced and chill lifestyle, makes touring Auckland a relaxing vacation option
As Auckland is a developed nation, their infrastructure system is well-developed and easily accessible. There are a few modes of public transport in Auckland, namely bus, train and ferry. Moreover, seniors can apply for a senior bus pass, which entitles them to travel for free on selected transport services! They also have wheelchair friendly buses, but to ensure that they are available in your route, do contact the operator the day before you travel. Their train stations are also wheelchair-friendly, where they have ramps between platform and trains to ensure seamless entry of wheelchair into train.
Accessibility Rating: ★★★★☆
The last destination to end this list off is scenic Italy! A hot-spot for enriching cultural activities, Italy is also the country with the most number of UNESCO Heritage Sites in the world. Older adults who like to immerse themselves into the rich history and culture of a place, they can consider taking a trip to the cities of Italy! Italy is a place where all of your senses will be stimulated- from soaking in the amazing sights to tasting gastronomic delights, one will definitely be satisfied with what Italy has to offer!
Italy is a hot-spot for older travellers due to:
Similar to the previous countries mentioned in this list, Italy has multiple museums which are elderly-friendly such as having lifts and benches for the older folks to take a breather. In addition, they even have wheelchairs for loan. If they are tired of sightseeing, consider taking part in local activities where you can soak in all the culture it has to offer. Tourists can consider taking up cooking lessons or sign up for a wine tasting session!
Recommended places:Rome, Tuscany, Venice and Florence
Accessibility Rating: ★★★★☆
With so many destinations offering elderly-friendly facilities, elderly travellers need not worry about traveling to countries which are not accessible for those with mobility issues. So, leave your worries aside and fulfil your wanderlust!
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