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Approaching 80, “female nomad” Gelman says solo travel in faraway places is safer as you grow older. She should know.

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Greta Ponterelli was approaching 60 when she took up pole sports. At 64, she’s a world champion and showing that age is no barrier to pursuing a dream.

A slow, calamitous road trip in a ’73 motor home taught this newly retired couple more than they’d expected about life’s joyful misadventures.

What’s it like to live in this thriving bohemian neighborhood of Lima? Larry Pitman went there to retire and discovered his third act – plus a top-notch health system.

A theater fan and classical music lover, Sheldon Penner has found both friends and a cultural life in Thailand. It’s also a life he can afford.

This Mexican mountain town has much to offer seniors – including those who are single.

After a series of heart attacks, Don Murray and his wife spent a year researching retirement-abroad options online and settled on this laid-back rustic town.

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Seniors are renting spare rooms short-term via sites like airbnb. Besides earning extra income, hosting guests can help bring life back to their homes.

A global online community offers hospitality to travelers – from a place to sleep, to an insider view of the place you’re visiting and new international friendships.

Whether you’re renting a room for a week on Airbnb or booking a night on a sofa via Couchsurfing, ask these questions before your make your request.