Senior Citizen Travel Safety: How to Plan a Secure & Fun Getaway.

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Okay, folks, let’s talk about travel safety for us senior citizens. I’ve been doing a lot more traveling lately, and I’ve learned a few things along the way, sometimes the hard way! So I figured I’d share my process and what I’ve cobbled together for staying safe on the road.

Senior Citizen Travel Safety: How to Plan a Secure & Fun Getaway.

My Pre-Trip Drill

First thing I did was sit down and really think about the potential problems.

I am not as spry as I used to be.

So, I made a list. My list looked something like this:

  • Getting lost.
  • Medical emergencies.
  • Losing important documents (passport, tickets, etc.).
  • Being a target for scams or theft.
  • Dealing with mobility issues.

Next, I tackled each item on that list, one by one. And how did I tackle it? Google, of course!

Senior Citizen Travel Safety: How to Plan a Secure & Fun Getaway.

Digging for Solutions

For getting lost, I figured out I needed a good, reliable way to navigate. Used my phone. I also made sure I had a physical map as a backup, just in case technology failed me. I even practiced using the map app before I left!

Medical emergencies were a big worry, I got travel insurance that specifically covered pre-existing * I looked up what to do, how it works.

I also packed a detailed medical history and a list of my medications, both in my carry-on and checked luggage, and shared it with my travel buddy.

To avoid losing important documents, I made copies of everything – passport, driver’s license, tickets, insurance info. Kept one set in my carry-on, one in my checked bag, and emailed a set to myself. Redundancy, people!

Senior Citizen Travel Safety: How to Plan a Secure & Fun Getaway.

For the scam and theft part, I researched common scams in the places I was visiting. I also decided to use a cross-body bag that I could keep in front of me at all times, and got one of those money belts for extra security. I never put my phone in the back pocket of my pants.

Finally, for mobility, I booked accommodations that were accessible and planned my itinerary with plenty of rest stops. I also looked into renting a mobility scooter for one of my destinations, just in case.

Putting it All Together

Before I even packed my bags, I made a checklist of all the safety measures I had planned. Then, I went through the checklist as I prepared for the trip, making sure I hadn’t forgotten anything.

Honestly, it felt like a lot of work at first, but once I got into the habit, it became second nature. And it’s totally worth it for the peace of mind. Knowing I’ve done everything I can to stay safe lets me relax and actually enjoy my travels.

Hope this little walk-through of my process helps some of you fellow travelers out there! Stay safe, and happy travels!

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