
5 hidden dangers of travel after 70 that every senior should know before their next trip
To ease into it:
Layer your clothing.
Avoid strenuous activity for the first few days.
Get plenty of sleep to help your body recover.
Give your body 48 to 72 hours to adjust. Avoid
overly ambitious itineraries
. We all know that desire to “see everything, do everything.” But after 70, energy regenerates less quickly, especially when you combine sightseeing, travel, and long walks. Very busy days can lead to exhaustion or simply a loss of enjoyment.
Effective tips:
Opt for milder days;
plan real breaks
; limit yourself to two major visits per day;
maintain a regular eating schedule.
Germs in crowded places:
Airports, train stations, hotels, restaurants… travel increases contact and therefore the potential for minor discomfort, particularly respiratory or digestive issues. Nothing alarming, but it’s best to remain vigilant.