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No Kids, No Work, No Limits

One of the many great things about being retired: the freedom and flexibility to take longer, slower, and more far-flung trips.

By Billie Cohen
May 22, 2024
group of five middle aged people standing at a fence overlooking a green mountain valley. The travelers are wearing shorts, tshirts, backpacks and hat of all colors.

Photo by Julia Nimke

One of the many great things about being retired: the freedom and flexibility to take longer, slower, and more far-flung trips.

If this is you, get your suitcase, because we’ve got plenty of ideas to inspire your next adventure, from solo trips and active tours to spectacular hotels and luxe cruises.

Plus, if you’re ready to move your retirement overseas, we’ve got recommendations and advice from others who have made the leap for that too.

—Afar Editors

Billie Cohen
Billie Cohen is Afar’s Executive Editor. She works on all types of content but has a soft spot for nerd travel, including maps, libraries, architecture, science, dessert, music, and Oreo flavors around the world. She’s based in New York City. Follow her @billietravels.
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