How to Travel Solo After 70: Safety Tips & Best Destinations from a Retired Nurse

🇮🇸 Iceland’s Golden Circle – For Nature Lovers

Why It Works: Low crowds, smooth coach tours (try Reykjavik Excursions), and geothermal spas perfect for arthritis relief.

Pro Tip: Rent a Trawire Wi-Fi hotspot – stay connected even in remote areas.

🇨🇦 Victoria, Canada – Urban Comfort Meets Wilderness

Highlights: Wheelchair-accessible Butchart Gardens, senior discounts at the Royal BC Museum.

Stay Here: Fairmont Empress – ask for rooms with walk-in showers and grab bars.

🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal – Culture on a Budget

Senior Perks: Free public transport for over-65s, flat-shoe-friendly tram routes.

Hidden Gem: LX Factory – artisan markets with seated cafes every 50 meters.

🇺🇸 San Diego, USA – Sunshine & Smooth Sailing

Accessible Activities: Scenic Bay cruises with boarding ramps, Balboa Park’s senior-guided tours.

Local Insight: Visit in September – fewer tourists, mild weather perfect for pacing yourself.