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You don’t need a smartphone or a computer to positively change the way you travel. Discover five refreshingly simple ways to make the most of your trip — easy tips for pulling off a more enjoyable, less stressful vacation.
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STE’s Photo Editor, John Esser, explains why he has decided to down-size his photographic equipment. Recently, after months of soul searching, I finally disposed of my faithful Canon 5D SLR camera along with assorted lenses. The 5D is a superb …
The post Cameras and Photography for Senior Travellers appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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We asked our staff and other experienced travelers what they wish they had known before their first international trip. Read their tips and learn from their mistakes.
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This will be my third Round the World trip and an opportunity to cross off from my bucket list some of the world’s greatest sights. Previously I’ve been Round the World in 50 Days which included Japan, Australia, New Zealand and my first visit …
The post Round the World in 40 Days: Taj Mahal to Machu Picchu – Planning and Booking appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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When you’re traveling alone, you don’t have someone to watch your back. To protect your personal safety, consider packing these six items when you travel alone.
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Written by Linda Tyler (A highly commended entry in the Travel & Water Writing Competition.) My worn copy of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, with train ticket marking The Final Problem, was tucked in my rucksack. The train wound its way …
The post Homage to Sherlock Holmes on a Swiss Railway Journey appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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There are five all-too-common trip planning mistakes made by even experienced travelers. Avoid mishaps like busted budgets or overpriced flights with our trip planning tips.
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A delightful getaway from either the south of England or the north of France, is the historic city of Boulogne-sur-Mer. It is often thought of as a summer destination. However, for senior travellers who can choose freely when to travel, I …
The post A Delightful Getaway on the English Channel: Boulogne-sur-Mer appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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Written by Janet Traill (A Runner-up entry in the Off the Beaten Track Writing Competition.) The signpost said ‘McGregor 20 km’. This was not the first Scottish name my husband and I had come across while touring through South Africa …
The post The Road to Nowhere: McGregor in South Africa’s Western Cape appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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Not sure how to pack efficiently? These eight packing aids can help you pack lighter, maximize your suitcase space and stay organized throughout your trip.
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