There's a site run by Blue Cross/blue Shield of Massachusetts called HealthyMe! In their area on seniors , they cover some interesting stuff about traveling. And, believe it or not there's an article recommending hosteling for seniors.

Here's part of it . . .

The hostel experience

How can you travel the world on a limited budget, have a comfortable place to sleep each night, and still have money left over for meals and sightseeing? The answer: Stay in a youth hostel. (The term youth hostel is actually outdated, because few hostels have age restrictions anymore.) Hostels attract all sorts of people, and not only because they are inexpensive. Staying in a hostel is a great way to meet people and to discover intriguing places and sights completely off the beaten path . . .

Read the rest here

Just thought you might like to see that everyone's jumping on the bandwagon--even health care folk!

Get back soon.

Kristi

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