The Best Senior Travel Destinations
August 23, 2019There is no better time to travel than during the summer. Taking a vacation is the perfect way to connect with family, sharpen your mind, and gain a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Need some inspiration for travel? Don’t worry, we got you covered. We’ve compiled a list of the best senior travel destinations that will prepare you and your family for a wonderful adventure.
Local Getaways
- Key West, Florida
Key West offers peaceful activities like sailing on the Atlantic Ocean and watching the sunset from Mallory Square Dock. For seniors that are more active, there’s a plethora of water sports, snorkeling, and RV camping. It’s a great spot for seniors to enjoy the sun while staying close to home.
- Miami, Florida
If you’re looking for vibrant culture and beautiful stretches of sand, then Miami is the place to be! Besides the gorgeous glossy beaches, there are historic museums you can visit like the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum. With the year-round warm climate, peaceful seaside residences, and world-class culinary scene, anyone would enjoy a week or two in Miami.
National Destinations
- Phoenix, Arizona
Fan of golf? Phoenix is your dream vacation if you want access to almost 200 pristine golf clubs. Some well-known courses include the Raven Golf Club for luxury and the Lookout Mountain Golf Club for more desert scenery. Phoenix is also known for its Desert Botanical Garden, which showcases the stunning natural flora of the southwest. And let’s not forget the Grand Canyon is a short day trip away!
- Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston is calling your name if you are a war-history buff. Take a scenic ferry ride to the Civil War Fort Sumter National Monument or visit the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum to discover retired naval aircrafts and submarines. More than just museums and battle sites, Charleston’s historic culinary scene is sure to take you back to simpler times with down-home southern classics.
- Branson, Missouri
Enjoy country music concerts and live theatre? Branson is known as the go-to “family vacation destination.” Experience the Sight & Sound Theatre for singing, dancing, and music. Then pay homage to the queen of country at the Dolly Parton Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction to complete your Midwestern getaway.
International Adventures
- Montreal, Canada
Montreal is one of Canada’s most popular tourist attractions. If you love art history, then begin your trip at the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal or the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Want to enjoy the non-tourist area? Take a walk (or bus-ride) up the Mont-Royal or through St-Paul Street to experience a European atmosphere on this side of the Atlantic.
- Sicily, Italy
Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, where you are sure to experience breathtaking view of the crystal-blue ocean. Here, you can travel through the Valley of Temples and enjoy a glass of wine on a Sicilian Food Adventure tour. The Mediterranean salty air, sunlight, and diet will make you feel 20 years younger.
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Encore at Avalon Park prides itself in being an authentic community. We provide a number of experiences and activities so our residents can stay active and connected. Call us today at 407-270-7500 to schedule a tour and see why we’re the premier senior living community in Central Florida.
