Travel can be made easier by utilizing some of today’s apps, websites, and software. This dedicated resource site features classes, videos, and articles to help you plan travel online and learn travel hacks that can simplify your trip. In addition to technology classes, be sure to join us on live virtual tours around the world with our friends at Discover Live!
Upcoming Classes: Technology for Travel
Online Travel Sites
Trainer: Zeke Tijerina
Learn the basics of using online travel sites to find the best fares and rates for just about any destination.Virtual Museum Tours
In this lecture we'll explore some of these virtual galleries, as well as digital tools that help bring art, architecture, and history to life!Ridesharing Apps
Trainer: Saily M Gutierrez
Registration required.
No car? No problem! Use these apps to help you get around!Where are we going and when?
- Edinburgh, Scotland – 7/31 at 11am EDT
- Ohrid, North Macedonia – 8/7 at 11am EDT
- Uganda, East Africa – 8/14 at 11am EDT
- Gdansk, Poland – 8/28 at 11am EDT
- Palma de Mallorca, Spain – 9/4 at 11am EDT
- Ravenna, Italy – 9/25 at 11am EDT
- Sacre Coeur to Montmartre, Paris – 10/2 at 11am EDT
- Perugia, Italy – 10/30 at 11am EDT
- La Paz, Bolivia – 11/6 at 11am EDT
- Mexico City, Mexico – 11/20 at 11am EDT
- Ljubljana, Slovenia, a Holiday Tour – 12/4 at 11am EDT
Quizzes: Using Tech to Plan Your Next Trip
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On-Demand Tech Demo: Google Maps
Take a deeper dive into the popular navigation app, Google Maps. During this 10-minute lesson, Senior Planet Trainer Sherlyn explores features like step-by-step directions, public transportation routes, and sharing your location.
Tech Tips Videos
How to Book a Ride Using Lyft
How to Enter Payment Info in Lyft
How to Use a Promo Code with Lyft
How to Set Up a New Apple AirTag
Articles About Travel
Travel Tips for the Mobility-Challenged
Millions of mobility-impaired Americans can enjoy travel when they use these resources, tips and information sources.Inspiring Story: Michelle Bryan Harnessed the Internet to Retire Abroad
Meet Michelle Bryan, who left the US for the first time ever in 2018 to retire in Ecuador and hasn't looked back since.Get Social – and Volunteer Abroad
Global volunteering is ideal for retirees with the time, resources and experience to do good, satisfy their wanderlust and meet new people.Travel the World with Senior Planet
Senior Planet has a new travel page that showcases all the resources we have to offer for armchair adventurers and jetsetters alike.Don’t Take a Vacation From Your Budget
If you don’t want to end up paying off credit card debt for the next five years after that two-week European vacation, have a plan. Experts offer tips.Smart Home Security While You’re Away
When planning a vacation, homeowners should develop a strategy to safeguard their property from theft or damage. Here's how.Join the Travelers Group on Senior Planet Community
Got the travel bug? Looking to connect with fellow globetrotters? Join the “Travelers” group on Senior Planet Community, our ad-free social network exclusively for older adults. Post your favorite travel photos, share stories, exchange advice, and find inspiration for your next adventure!