It's March and the time for travel for those who are retired is fast approaching. Avoid families by traveling while they are still in school and avoid higher prices by not traveling during peak times.
And there are inexpensive places to stay if you're on a budget. Consider an elderhostel especially in a Road Scholar Program. Road Scholar is the world’s largest educational travel organization for adults 55 and older. A non-profit association that has been organizing itineraries for over 30 years, its expert instructors give in-depth lectures, and lead thrilling field trips and excursions in over 10,000 programs in more than 90 countries.
The educational programs delve into subjects including religion, culture, art, food, language, literature, music and history. Participants are led by university professors, academic specialists, museum professionals, and local scholars. There is no homework or exams, but the program prides itself on challenging exploration, great camaraderie, and probing discussions that encourage sharing new ideas and experiences.
The types of programs are varied. “Exploring North America” allows participants to pursue adventure within the borders. Imagine hiking through the Grand Canyon, seeing the Mississippi from the deck of a paddle boat or investigating black holes at the Space Center in Houston.
Travel to the corners of the world with the international program. Visit Scandinavian palaces, greet Moroccan shamans in Africa, or cross into the Greek Isles to savor Mediterranean cuisine. A cruise ship becomes the classroom in the “Adventures Afloat” program, and if giving service is an interest, there are programs offering the opportunity to help in struggling communities internationally or in the United States.
Lodging is simple but comfortable and can be in hotels, inns, and retreat centers, not just in dorms on college campuses. 95% of the time, rooms are private and have their own bathroom. The cut-rate costs for accommodations, three-course meals, gratuities, insurance, lectures, field trips and cultural excursions are all included.
The value is extraordinary given the excellence of the program and the superior quality of service provided by a well-trained staff that attends to the participant’s special needs and modifies programs for those who are disabled.
Call 877-426-8056 or visit www.roadscholar.org for information about the various programs and to register for your great adventure.
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