If you’re a traveller over 50 and you have a destination at the top of your travel bucket list, make 2024 the year you tick it off! From exotic islands to sweeping city skylines, we’ve rounded up the travel trends you should know about for 2024!
Exploring Exotic Islands – Where to Find the Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations
It’s no surprise exotic islands continue to be a popular destination for holidaymakers, particularly for those travellers over 50. Yet, many travellers are on the lookout for new adventures that venture off the beaten path. Some of the most alluring islands to add to your travel bucket list for 2024 include Bocas del Toro in Panama, the Andaman Island archipelago in India and the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. These captivating locations offer travellers a snatched chance to explore pristine natural landscapes and abundant wildlife while being immersed in local cultures.
Cultural Capitals Around the World – Get Ready to Experience Rich History and Culture
Travel is all about absorbing your surroundings. It’s about learning in an immersive way and being open-minded to different cultures. If you’re a traveller over 50 and looking to probe deeper into your understanding of the world, then book your 2024 holiday to a city that’s bursting with history, heritage and humanities. Consider places like bustling Rio de Janeiro, or architecturally pristine Paris. For beautiful chaos, seek out Marrakech or jump with both feet into Tokyo or Seoul. Whichever cultural capital you choose, don’t hold back from embracing all it has to offer.
Uncovering Unique Natural Wonders – From Rugged Mountains to Tropical Forests
There’s a growing trend among travellers over 50 seeking a deeper connection to nature in 2024. More and more, travellers are eager to explore off-grid, rugged and unique landscapes such as Taman Negara National Park in Malaysia, the Daintree Rainforest in Australia and the Canadian Rockies.
You can also experience natural wonders on an ocean or river cruise. More and more cruise lines are focussing on off-the-grid locations, taking travellers right to the heart of their chosen destination. Look out for expedition cruises that offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get close to nature while learning about your surroundings. Or choose a river cruise, where you’ll be able to gain an intimate understanding of a place, thanks to smaller vessels and fewer passengers onboard. Unmissable river cruises include the Nile in Egypt and Douro Valley in Portugal. Adventure travellers have an appetite for these types of destinations because they offer truly unique natural wonders and unrivalled wildlife.
Eco-friendly Getaways – Book Your Next Trip With Sustainable Practices In Mind
For eco-conscious travellers over 50, the journey is as much about the impact as it is about the destination. Today, we’re seeing more travellers opting out of long-haul flights in favour of staying closer to home, thereby minimising their carbon footprint. But if you still have a wanderlust itch you want to scratch, some places have made significant strides in eco-friendly practices, conservation efforts, and sustainable tourism.
Whether you’re looking for a serene eco-resort, a city that is making strides with its green initiatives, or remote escapes that prioritise low-impact tourism, there are destinations like Slovenia, Scotland and even as far as New Zealand, that offer a deeper connection to our planet.
Wrap Up – The Ultimate List of Must-See Attractions for Your Next Adventure!
If all of this has whetted your appetite to travel the world in 2024, consider this list of inspirations for your next adventure!
- Hiking the Banff National Park in Canada and skiing in Whistler.
- A river cruise along the Nile in Egypt.
- Embracing cultural immersion in either Tokyo, Marrakech and Rio de Janeiro.
- Staying in an overwater bungalow on Bocas Del Toro, Andaman and Nicobar Island, or the Galapagos Islands and waking up to the sound of lapping waves.
- Discovering the uniqueness of the Australian landscape, from the Bondi to Coogee coastline, and the Great Barrier Reef to wildlife parks like the Featherdale Wildlife Park.
If you’re a traveller over 50 and ready to start booking a trip of a lifetime in 2024, Silver Travel Advisor are on hand to help, call 0800 412 5678.
