Over the Hill and Far Away: Seniors Who Travel

This online travel blog post from "Wanderlust Over 70" recounts a personal experience visiting the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in Halifax. The author details their visit, including a poignant connection to the museum's display of ships that brought immigrants to Canada, one of which carried their own family.

They also discuss the historical context of immigration through Pier 21, highlighting the challenges and mixed emotions of the journey and the museum's focus on individual stories and broader Canadian history, including past injustices and present-day multiculturalism. The post concludes with a strong recommendation to visit the museum.

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This website, Wanderlust Over 70, offers travel inspiration and advice specifically tailored for senior travellers. Its focus is on managing the physical challenges of aging, particularly regarding foot care.

The site includes a blog post titled "Travelling on Tired Feet: The Art of Wandering Gracefully," which shares personal anecdotes about the author's experiences with aging feet while travelling and provides practical tips for foot care on trips, such as choosing proper footwear and taking breaks. 

This piece reflects on the purpose and presence of Switzerland's extensive bunker system, particularly from someone who lived there and found the concept perplexing given the country's apparent stability. 

Roberta describes how Geneva felt incredibly safe and how the bunkers seemed like an unnecessary relic of the past, often repurposed for storage. It traces the historical context of the bunker system, explaining its origins in wartime fear and its expansion during the Cold War to require shelters in new buildings.

The article notes that while the law remains in place, its urgency waned after the Cold War until recent global events like the war in Ukraine sparked renewed awareness. The author observes little actual change in public behaviour or political will to alter the legislation.

This online article, written by Roberta Hill for Wanderlust Over 70, provides a travelogue focused on visiting Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia. The author shares personal recommendations and impressions of the area, including suggestions for dining and experiencing the unique atmosphere.

The article also discusses the Swissair Flight 111 Memorial near Peggy's Cove and emphasizes the importance of slowing down and appreciating the surroundings. The text conveys the author's deep appreciation for Peggy's Cove and offers practical tips for potential visitors.

The blog "Wanderlust Over 70" discusses the impact of the current U.S. political climate on a Canadian traveller's plans. 

The author, Roberta Hill, explains how the perceived tension and shift in tone at the border have led her to reconsider travel to the United States. Instead, she focuses on exploring destinations within Canada, like Quebec City and Nova Scotia, finding them both practical and meaningful given the circumstances.

While acknowledging recent international trips taken before this shift, she notes that financial considerations have also curtailed future out-of-country travel, highlighting a broader focus on appreciating what Canada offers.

The Wanderlust Over 70 blog post offers essential knowledge for travelers by highlighting ten key vaccination-preventable diseases and stressing the importance of vaccination for safe international journeys. It details diseases like Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid Fever, and Yellow Fever, explaining their transmission and vaccines' protection. The post advises travelers to research destination health risks and consult healthcare professionals for personalized vaccination plans. Overall, it serves as a guide for senior travelers to stay healthy while exploring the world.

Wanderlust Over 70 is a travel blog by Roberta Hill, sharing her extensive travel experiences and advice. Her post, "Paris Without the Wait," offers explicit tips for minimizing wait times at popular Parisian attractions like Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d'Orsay, drawing from her six years of living in Paris and a recent two-week revisit. Hill suggests strategies such as booking tickets online in advance, visiting during off-peak times, and utilizing less-known entry points to bypass long queues. The blog also features a wide array of travelogues and tips from various destinations worldwide, catering particularly to senior travelers.

From the blog post written by Roberta Hill, enthusiastically reviewing the GuideAlong app, formerly known as GyPSy Guide.

Hill highlights the app's Canadian origin, engaging narrator voiced by Dave Pettitt, thorough and entertaining audio tours, ease of use, and excellent value for road trips.

The post details the app's development history, starting in Canada and expanding to numerous destinations with GPS-triggered offline audio guides offering historical and cultural insights.

While acknowledging minor limitations like coverage and the one-time purchase model, the author strongly recommends GuideAlong as a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional guided tours for independent travelers.

The Wanderlust Over 70 blog post reviews Exporail, Canada's largest railway museum in Saint-Constant, Quebec. The review highlights the museum's extensive collection of over 160 railway vehicles and interactive exhibits. 

It recommends allowing ample time for a visit, suggests a picnic lunch, and describes a few outdoor train rides available for a small extra fee. The post also includes visitor information, such as the museum's location, hours, and admission details. 

It also notes the presence of a Thomas the Tank Engine replica at the museum, which is enjoyable for families with children.

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