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Over-50s pack a piece of home when they holiday
Over-50s pack a piece of home when they holiday A survey of more than 8,000 over-50s has revealed most pack some home comforts when they go away. Trip Planner reports that over-50s pack a piece of home in their suitcase when they go away, according to a...
Older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have to be told to bring protection – because std’s are on the rise
Older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have to be told to bring protection - because std’s are on the rise Thanks to medical advancements such as viagra, older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have been told to bring...
84% of the over 50s think sleeping in separate beds makes perfect sense!
84% of the over 50s think sleeping in separate beds makes perfect sense! You don’t have to share a bed to love each other. Mature Times report that whether you decide to sleep in separate beds, because your partner snores or you just want to invigorate...
Are overland adventure trips a good choice for over 50s?
Are overland adventure trips a good choice for over 50s? Increasing number of people in the over 50 age bracket are opting to take gap years, with overland adventures particularly popular, says travel expert. Dragonman reports that we often think of gap...
Allianz travel insurance targets over-50s market
Allianz travel insurance targets over-50s market Allianz is targeting the over-50s market with its travel insurance division partnering with the online community of the client segment. Insurance Business reports that Allianz Global Assistance has teamed...
Risky business: An increasing number of over-50s are enjoying extreme sports on holiday
Risky business: An increasing number of over-50s are enjoying extreme sports on holiday The phenomenon of ‘holiday brain’ is encouraging people over 50 to live life on the edge and take part in risky activities such as waterskiing, parasailing and bungee...
Why over 50’s single travellers are Hungary for Budapest
Why over 50's single travellers are Hungary for Budapest Budapest is the perfect destination for the over 50’s to dip their toes into the world of single travel. One Traveller reports that Budapest, home to an impressive collection of UNESCO World...
Inspired by the kids: Over-50s travellers take recommendations from the next generation
Inspired by the kids: Over-50s travellers take recommendations from the next generation When it comes to choosing their holidays, a new generation of over-50s travellers are spreading their wings and exploring countries recommended by their children. The...
Ballet dancing is not just for the young, as these over 50s prove.
Ballet dancing is not just for the young, as these over 50s prove. A new class for the over-50s has set out to improve fitness, combat illnesses and form friendships, all through the power of ballet. The Guardian reports that Silver Years Ballet had its...
New study reveals change in holiday habits for over 50s
New study reveals change in holiday habits for over 50s Completely changed in the last 10 years, with 52 per cent of respondents over 50 admitting to changing their habits. Avanti reports that whilst people still book up over 50 travel insurance,...
Retired people can HIRE a travel buddy to join them on their world adventures
Retired people can HIRE a travel buddy to join them on their world adventures People who have retired and want to spend their twilight years travelling can now hire a travel companion. The Express reports that nowadays, retirement no longer means...
The future is bright for the silver travellers
The future is bright for the silver travellers With many over 50s feeling young, fit and healthy - it’s the perfect storm for a travel frenzy! Hills Balfour reports that Lucy Campbell, Hills Balfour’s Social Media Director attended the Silver Travel...
Over-50s pack a piece of home when they holiday
Over-50s pack a piece of home when they holiday A survey of more than 8,000 over-50s has revealed most pack some home comforts when they go away. Trip Planner reports that over-50s pack a piece of home in their suitcase when they go away, according to a...
Older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have to be told to bring protection – because std’s are on the rise
Older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have to be told to bring protection - because std’s are on the rise Thanks to medical advancements such as viagra, older people are having so much sex on cruise ships, they have been told to bring...
84% of the over 50s think sleeping in separate beds makes perfect sense!
84% of the over 50s think sleeping in separate beds makes perfect sense! You don’t have to share a bed to love each other. Mature Times report that whether you decide to sleep in separate beds, because your partner snores or you just want to invigorate...
Are overland adventure trips a good choice for over 50s?
Are overland adventure trips a good choice for over 50s? Increasing number of people in the over 50 age bracket are opting to take gap years, with overland adventures particularly popular, says travel expert. Dragonman reports that we often think of gap...
Allianz travel insurance targets over-50s market
Allianz travel insurance targets over-50s market Allianz is targeting the over-50s market with its travel insurance division partnering with the online community of the client segment. Insurance Business reports that Allianz Global Assistance has teamed...
Risky business: An increasing number of over-50s are enjoying extreme sports on holiday
Risky business: An increasing number of over-50s are enjoying extreme sports on holiday The phenomenon of ‘holiday brain’ is encouraging people over 50 to live life on the edge and take part in risky activities such as waterskiing, parasailing and bungee...
Why over 50’s single travellers are Hungary for Budapest
Why over 50's single travellers are Hungary for Budapest Budapest is the perfect destination for the over 50’s to dip their toes into the world of single travel. One Traveller reports that Budapest, home to an impressive collection of UNESCO World...
Inspired by the kids: Over-50s travellers take recommendations from the next generation
Inspired by the kids: Over-50s travellers take recommendations from the next generation When it comes to choosing their holidays, a new generation of over-50s travellers are spreading their wings and exploring countries recommended by their children. The...
Ballet dancing is not just for the young, as these over 50s prove.
Ballet dancing is not just for the young, as these over 50s prove. A new class for the over-50s has set out to improve fitness, combat illnesses and form friendships, all through the power of ballet. The Guardian reports that Silver Years Ballet had its...
New study reveals change in holiday habits for over 50s
New study reveals change in holiday habits for over 50s Completely changed in the last 10 years, with 52 per cent of respondents over 50 admitting to changing their habits. Avanti reports that whilst people still book up over 50 travel insurance,...
Retired people can HIRE a travel buddy to join them on their world adventures
Retired people can HIRE a travel buddy to join them on their world adventures People who have retired and want to spend their twilight years travelling can now hire a travel companion. The Express reports that nowadays, retirement no longer means...
The future is bright for the silver travellers
The future is bright for the silver travellers With many over 50s feeling young, fit and healthy - it’s the perfect storm for a travel frenzy! Hills Balfour reports that Lucy Campbell, Hills Balfour’s Social Media Director attended the Silver Travel...