The Over 50s Independent Travel Blog For The Young in Spirit
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You’ll find plenty of travel inspiration on our website in the form of travel tips, destination travel guides, culture and great resources.

Destination... Someplace
The Over 50s Independent Travel Blog. Hello and welcome to our internet hideout! We are two travel-obsessed Yorkshire folk who seek new experiences and places, especially among the back roads of Europe. We’ve been around, by plane, train and automobile (and even hitch-hiking – but that’s another story). We share our travel tips on this website to help you do the same!
Our Latest Posts

Italian Festivals: The Ultimate Guide
Italy, with its rich history and breathtaking landscapes, is a land of vibrant festivals that capture the essence of its culture. From the iconic Carnival

Tourist Scams in Thailand: How to Avoid Them
Thailand, known as the “Land of Smiles,” is a prime destination attracting millions with its rich culture, vibrant cities, and stunning natural landscapes. However, the

24 Hours in Bangkok: A Mature Traveller’s Guide
Bangkok, a city that perfectly marries the ancient with the contemporary, offers an unforgettable escape for mature travellers. With its rich tapestry of culture, history,

Ultimate Bucket List for Retirees: Adult Ideas For Retirement
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Welcome to a journey of exploration and wonder! A bucket list for retirees – a compilation of dreams, aspirations, and

Unique Places to Visit in Italy: Our Top 10 Favourites
The world, as we all know, has changed in recent years and so has tourism, many people no longer feel comfortable joining the throngs of

Siem Reap Temples: The Ultimate Guide
Get ready for a magical mystery tour of the Siem Reap temples, where the ancient monuments of Angkor stand as monumental testaments to Cambodia’s rich

The Most Beautiful Cities in Italy
Discover Italy’s enchanting urban landscapes, the most beautiful cities in Italy, that seamlessly blend historic grandeur and contemporary charm. This journey through Italy’s most beautiful

The Top 10 Best Places in Europe for Over 50s Holidays
As we all grow older, our priorities and preferences change (ours certainly have!). We often begin to seek out experiences that offer relaxation, comfort, and

Why an Abruzzo Holiday is Always a Good Idea
Imagine a place where time slows down and relaxation takes over. A place where you are forced (in the nicest possible way) to reconnect with
Grand European Tour
A series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around Europe on trains, buses, cars and ferries.

England to Brussels by Eurostar: Grand European Tour Part 1
Grand European Tour – Or How We Wanted To Travel Like Teenagers Again This is the first in a series of blog posts detailing our

Brussels to Berlin By Train – Grand European Tour Part 2
Grand European Tour – Brussels to Berlin, What Could Possibly Go Wrong? This is another in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-country trip

Munich and Vienna – Grand European Tour Part 3
Grand European Tour – Or How To Make Schoolboy Errors While Traversing Germany This is one of a series of blog posts detailing our 10-country

We Visit Bratislava: Beautiful Capital of Slovakia – Grand European Tour Part 4
Grand European Tour – Onward to the Slovakian Capital This is one of a series of blog posts detailing our 10-country trip around Europe on

Budapest to Slovakia By Car – Grand European Tour Part 5
We Return to Budapest Because We Can’t Resist That Goulash! This is one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-country trip around Europe

Szentendre: A Town on the Danube, Near Budapest, Hungary – Grand European Tour Part 6
Grand European Tour – By the Banks of the Blue Danube This is one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around

Siofok: A Resort Town on Lake Balaton in Hungary – Grand European Tour Part 7
How We Ended Up In An Out-Of-Season Hungarian Party Town This is the one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around

Zagreb to Slovenia – Overnight in the Croatian Capital – Grand European Tour Part 8
Grand European Tour – Sittin’ in the Railway Station…Got a Ticket to My Destination…Mmm This is one of a series of blog posts detailing our

Is Ljubljana Worth Visiting? We Travel to Slovenia by Train – Grand European Tour Part 9
Is Ljubljana Worth Visiting? This is the one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around Europe on trains, buses, cars and