For many senior citizens, part of independent living means being able to travel, whether to see the world on one's own, visit new or favorite places with loved ones, or spend time with far-off family members. But there are some concerns unique to senior travelers, and these require a little planning and forethought. To address these issues, below are a few tips to help you become the savviest senior traveler you can be.

How to Get the Most out of Senior Travel

1. Purchase Travel Insurance

With virtually any trip you book nowadays, you’ll have the option of buying travel insurance. This is a wise precautionary measure that any traveler should take, especially those of a certain age. Travel insurance protects you if you become ill, run out of medication, or have another health-related issue while on vacation. Bear in mind that many health insurance plans, including Medicare, will not cover you in other countries, so if you're traveling abroad, travel insurance is even more necessary.

2. Have Enough Medication

Running out of medication during your travels could be a significant headache at best--and pose an outright danger to your health at worst. Before you go, take the time to preplan all the meds you'll need for the length of time you'll be away. Consult your doctor and ensure you have enough for not only the duration of the trip but also a few days' extra in case of any unforeseen holdups. Consider it a way to safeguard your independent living abilities while away from home.

3. Choose Light, Healthy Foods

When on vacation, it can be tempting to stray off one's diet and indulge in local cuisines, specialty foods, and regional delicacies. But be careful when doing this. As one ages, their tolerance for certain foods often diminishes, meaning spicy, heavy, fried, or overly sweet items could cause stomach issues and unpleasantly interrupt the vacation. Instead, choose light, healthy foods, and when straying onto the naughtier side of the menu, stick to foods you know you handle well.

There's no reason you can't maintain your independent living while abroad or on a road trip, and the above tips will help you get home safely. If you or someone you love is looking for invigorating, supportive senior apartment living in Atlanta, GA, look no further than Cathedral Towers. They provide a thriving retirement community with a wide array of amenities and support services, all in the heart of the busy city. To explore your independent living options, call (404) 231-3020 or visit their Facebook page today.