Have you heard of House Sitting? It is when you move into someones house and look after it for them for a period of time when they go away, usually for a period of 3 months+. You do not have to pay anything and get to use their house as long as you keep it in a good condition, a great idea if your looking for a holiday!
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Feel a holiday coming on? The AboutSeniors travel pages provide you with extensive information and links to a variety of travel options. Whether your interested in taking a Cruise to the Mediterranean or around Australia, we have lots of information and tips to help you fast forward the process. A Train Journey is part of the Australian spirit, so why not check out the latest trips on offer in Australia and Canada. If you are looking to travel abroad, Our International Travel page has a large range of destinations on offer with some incredible deals, and don't forget you will need to purchase Travel Insurance, so our Seniors Travel Insurance & Tips page, has all the details you need to have a safe and secure trip.
Have you heard of House Sitting? It is when you move into someones house and look after it for them for a period of time when they go away, usually for a period of 3 months+. You do not have to pay anything and get to use their house as long as you keep it in a good condition, a great idea if your looking for a holiday!
Have you heard of House Sitting? It is when you move into someones house and look after it for them for a period of time when they go away, usually for a period of 3 months+. You do not have to pay anything and get to use their house as long as you keep it in a good condition, a great idea if your looking for a holiday!
About Seniors Top 10 travel sites
The internet has opened up a whole new world of travel opportunities, allowing you to find the best seat, read hotel reviews, and of course, get the best price on your trip.
With so many websites on offer, it’s easy to spend days searching, only to find the first site you looked at had the best information or price. Whether you’re planning a trip around Australia or overseas, these top 10 travel sites should help you on your way.
NRMA Travel Planner
If you are planning a road trip or looking for directions throughout Australia, this handy tool, provided free by NRMA, will let you plan and travel with ease.
Air Treks Travel Planner
Know where you want to go but not sure how to get there? With a simple click on your starting point, you can find any place you wish to visit along the way and your final destination.
Journeywoman.com
Offers a whole host of information for women travelling alone and gives details of travel guides for countries around the world.
Webjet
Allows you to view all available flight and hotel options side-by-side so no more trying to remember the best price from the previous page. Webjet do charge a booking fee but their follow-up customer service, should you need it, is helpful and efficient.
About Seniors Discount Directory
Updated weekly with at least five new travel and accommodation deals, the About Seniors Discount Directory should be your first port of call when looking for value for money.
Solo traveller network
As part of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia, this network gives the opportunity to meet and travel with other singles.
Seniors Home Exchange
Provides alternative holidays at a cost that you never thought possible. All arrangements are made privately by the concerned parties and you choose with whom you want to exchange visits or homes.
RailPlus
Often the best way to see countries is by train, as you can travel from city to city without having to queue at airports. RailPlus offers tickets on rail networks worldwide and helps you plan your trip from the comfort of your own home.
TripAdvisor
This site does have an American feel to it, but it is worth visiting if you’re looking for some guidance when booking accommodation.
Seat Guru
Always wondered how some people get the best seat on a plane while you’re stuck up the back with no leg room? Search by airline and aircraft type to work out which is the best seat for you.
Seniors save 50% on Queensland train holidays
Taking a train holiday through Queensland has become more affordable for Australian Seniors with Traveltrain introducing discounts of 20-50%* on all services throughout Queensland.
Holders of a current state or territory Seniors Card are NOW entitled to:
50% discount on the adult fare for economy and business class seats.
50% discount on the economy and first class rail portion for sleeping berths. Full berth charges apply.
20% discount on the inclusive and premium Queenslander Class adult fare.
See www.traveltrain.com.au for more information on this discount and Traveltrain rail journeys throughout Queensland.
Travel smart, travel safe
As travel opens up the vast reaches of the world to those adventurous enough to take a trip overseas, being a smart traveller can mean being a safe traveller.
SmartTraveller offer travel advice on travel insurance, which countries should be avoided, how to find out about where you’re travelling to, how to keep your travel money safe and many more useful tips. You can register your travel details should anyone need to get in contact with you while you’re away and check that your travel documents are up-to-date.
There are tips especially for seniors who intend to travel, such as managing medication, travelling with a disability and reciprocal health care agreements. To view these top tips, visit smarttraveller.gov.au.
These tips should be read in conjunction with two other consular booklets which can be downloaded. To view these booklets or download them, click on the links below.
Travel Smart: hints for Australian travellers.
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