The Over 50s Independent Travel Blog For The Young in Spirit
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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
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
Ultimate Bucket List for Retirees: Adult Ideas For Retirement
Welcome to a journey of exploration and wonder! A bucket list for retirees – a compilation of dreams, aspirations, and must-see destinations – becomes especially
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
The Best Beaches in Abruzzo
With its pristine beaches and breathtaking vistas, Abruzzo holds a special place in the hearts of travellers seeking coastal bliss. From sun-drenched sandy shores to
How to Use Italian Trains When Travelling in Italy
How to Use Italian Trains If you have ever visited Italy, you may know that while traveling the highways and byways of the Italian peninsula
How to Plan a Road Trip to Europe
In these days of ever-increasing flight costs and the concerning amount of emissions generated by flying, many people are looking for alternative and greener ways
Grand European Tour
A series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around Europe on trains, buses, cars and ferries.
The Split to Italy Ferry – Grand European Tour Part 13
We Take to the Waves on the Split to Italy Ferry This is one of a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around
Dubrovnik Ferry To Korcula Island – Grand European Tour Part 12
Grand European Tour – Setting Sail For Korcula This is one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around Europe on trains,
How to Spend 2 days in Dubrovnik – Grand European Tour Part 11
Grand European Tour – 2 days in Dubrovnik, Or How We Split From Split and Head For Game of Thrones Central This is another in
Croatia and Dalmatian Coast: Biograd na Moru To Split – Grand European Tour Part 10
Taking the Bus Through Croatia and Dalmatian Coast to Split This is one in a series of blog posts detailing our 10-county trip around Europe
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
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
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
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
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