The Tapestry

Once you reach your golden years and finally have a bit more free time on your hands, you can begin to explore the country or, indeed, the world as you always wanted. Traveling in retirement can be an enjoyable experience, especially when the journeys are shared with a loved one. Here are some ideas for trips as you begin planning. Visiting important historical sites is one way to spread your wings a bit. For example, Gettysburg National Military Park is an inspiring site that hundreds of thousands of people visit each year. Many of the eastern United States cities have excellent tourist areas, including Federal Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the vast Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D. C. Consider also visiting some natural wonders. Doing some hiking in one of the beautiful national forests will allow you to visit waterfalls, climb mountains, and unplug for a bit to get back to nature. Some people even choose to backpack for a few days and camp out. You can usually find g