JOURNEYS
Trips that transform.
More than a Getaway
Inspired to lend a hand where it's really needed? How people are using vacations for short-term volunteer projects.
Colorado's Sacred Places
Walking the Ancestral Pueblo sites, seeing the rock art and the pottery sherds, this visitor felt very close to the spiritual life of the ancients.
Armchair Traveler
Beam Me Up!
Google Earth, a software application you can download free, takes the pleasures of vicarious travel into the 21st century. Here's how to get it and use it.
Travel on the Cheap
Hate Hotels?
For travelers with more curiosity than cash, check out these three choices—and enjoy the welcome of a home away from home.
The Fun Way to Learn a New Language
Journey to a language school and combine a deep-dive into the culture with the usual vacation pleasures. Here's a sampling of programs for the beyond-college crowd. (Photo: Courtesy BLS-Bordeaux)
Adventures with Your Grandkids
Let Elderhostel take care of the travel details while you have fun bonding with your grandchild.
Retro Road Trips
Bring the past alive with a visit to the place where momentous things happened. Vacation ideas for history buffs.
To Dig or Not to Dig?
You'll learn something new about something old, whether you choose a guided archaeological tour or a hands-on dig.
One Week, One Chair
Sometimes doing a different kind of work can be the most refreshing vacation of all.
Cooking School Vacations
What better way to get right to the heart of everyday life in another country?
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Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods.
How Long Will You Live?
This free calculator projects your life span—and advises you how to live longer.
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Member Discounts
Find great gifts at a great price with the AARP® Member Discounts Holiday Guide!
Driver Safety Month
It's November! Make sure your loved ones travel safely this holiday season.
Happy Thanksgiving
Treat friends and family to our new recipes, gift guide, entertaining tips, and more!
Seasonal Savings
Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.
Health Action Now!
Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!
Solo Travelers
Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.
Vegas Adventure
Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!
Health-Myth Buster
Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?
Fat 2 Fit
Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.
Create The Good
Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.
South Carolina News
Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.
Go Fish
Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.
