Travel Tips for Elderly & Aged People – Part 2

This article is the second part of the series of articles related to travel tips for the elderly and aged people. You can read the first part here:  Travel Tips for Seniors – Part 1

Below are further travel tips for elderlies:

• Roller Wheels: Purchase luggage with roller wheels. Rather than lugging a suitcase, it will make it much easier to traverse airports and hotels. If your bag lacks a divider, use a thick piece of cardboard to keep your things tidy and orderly. Making sure of getting your things organized will help in quick fixes of you never getting late to any place.

• Take precautions with spares: Bring an extra pair of prescription glasses in case you lose or break your current pair. It is also a good idea to have an eyeglasses script in case you need to acquire a new pair while you are gone. If you wear hearing aids, bring extra batteries with you as they may be difficult to discover. Take enough denture glue for the entire trip if you wear dentures. 

• Duplicate a Copy Of Documents: Make a photocopy of your passport and other trip papers, such as your travel insurance policy, travelers’ checks, visas, and credit cards. Carry a copy separate from your main luggage and leave a copy at home with a family member or acquaintance. 

• Prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT): DVT is more common in older people, and it occurs when blood clots develop in your veins and impede blood flow, mainly in your legs. Long periods of inactivity on a flight or train might contribute to DVT. However, some studies suggest that wearing “compression stockings” can help prevent this deadly disease. Taking regular pauses to walk or exercise your legs during a long ride can also help prevent DVT. 

• Policy on Travel Insurance: Carry a copy of your travel insurance, and make sure it covers your excursions. If something happens while on vacation, especially if you have pre-condition aliments, it is best to be prepared for any emergency. Many travel insurance companies provide coverage packages that include international access as well. 

• Don’t go overboard: Be aware of credit card holding costs imposed by travel companies or hotels. It might take days or weeks to reverse a bond charge. If this is a significant sum of money, you may accidentally max out your card. 

• Pamper Your Feet, Too: While traveling is often enjoyable, walking from one location to another can cause foot pain. Wear comfortable shoes; if you have bought new shoes, wear them for many weeks or days before you travel. Sole inlays can also be purchased to alleviate walking discomfort. You can also get a foot massage which can instantly

• Ask before you buy: A trip isn’t complete unless you go shopping, but when you shop in an international market, many merchants take advantage of your status as a tourist by charging exorbitant rates. If an item does not have a price, always inquire about it first. Check to see if you can negotiate the price.

• Recharge your batteries: Make time to relax and refresh on rest days. A hectic schedule will only add to your exhaustion. Do activities in the morning and then return to the hotel for a shower and an afternoon snooze. You’ll feel revitalized when you go for dining.

• Act like a native: Investigate all of your available local transit choices. Many cities provide bundled travel tickets that allow you to use numerous means of transportation. If you are staying for a few days, consider purchasing a multi-day or weekly pass.