Preparing for a Long Flight : Plan Ahead
When it comes to holidaying, it’s an absolute joy being there, but it can be a real ordeal getting to your destination. How you choose to travel can have a…
Visit Stockholm; You’ll Love It
Travel Begins at 40 has teamed together with Altovita.com to give you some tips on what to do when you visit Stockholm, from its culture to its food and spectacular scenery….
This Is What To See in Rome in a Weekend
Rome is a city rich with history and culture. A destination filled with things to do and places to see, which can make choosing exactly what to do a little…
Water-to-Go : Filter Water Bottle for Travellers
Travel Begins at 40 talks with Dave Shanks, co-founder of Water-to-Go, about why he created his filter water bottle to provide safe water for travellers. How did you set…
Sikkim and 6 Other Unique Villages in India
India is an incredibly diverse region that is home to as many as 1599 languages and at least nine religions. This variety can be attributed to it consisting of many…
4 of the Best Family Friendly Festivals
Going to festivals doesn’t have to be an activity reserved only for carefree twenty-somethings with no children. Whatever your age, and whatever age your children are…
Five Lesser Known California Coast Towns
With August upon us now is the perfect time to daydream about being on a beach somewhere with sand between your toes and an ice-cold drink in your hand. And…
Maine: Far From the Madding Crowds
In a world where overcrowded museums, jam-packed beaches and busy outdoor trails and waters seem to be the rule, it’s refreshing to know that Maine still offers experiences and places…
5 Reasons Why You Should Still Go Backpacking
Backpacking, usually associated with those in their early 20s, offers adventure, one-off life experiences and some fantastic memories. Many of us over the age of 50 may not have had…
Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Moon Landing
On 20 July 2019 it will be 50 years since Apollo 11’s Lunar Module Eagle landed on the moon, marking the very first moon landing. American astronauts Neil Armstrong and…
6 Things To Do in Whistler in Summer
Just like dogs and Christmas, Whistler isn’t just for winter. While this Canadian mountain resort undoubtedly offers some of the best snow sports and apres-ski in North America, the months…
Strictly Come Dancing – 125 Years On
On 14 May, the world-famous Blackpool Tower celebrated its 125th anniversary, having opened for business way back in 1894. This celebration will in turn draw attention to one of the…
