Oh, the places you\u2019ll go\u2026<\/p>\n
That classic Dr. Seuss line refers, of course, to all of the exciting challenges and journeys we take in life. But it\u2019s all too easy to get caught up in the demands of daily existence. Yes, you\u2019ve got carpools and soccer and meetings. And you probably made it to Disney and on a few family beach vacations. But true travel sometimes gets the short end of the stick.<\/p>\n
Then comes retirement\u2014and your world opens up like never before.<\/p>\n
Whether you want to travel internationally or stay closer to home (or both!) there\u2019s plenty of adventure waiting for every kind of traveler. Here are six of our favorite trips to take in 2019.<\/p>\n
Alberta, Canada, is known for its top-notch skiing, but that\u2019s not what landed it on Travel + Leisure\u2019s list<\/a>\u00a0of the best places to travel in 2019. That distinction can be attributed largely to three new attractions: the architecturally impressive Calgary Central Library, Edmonton\u2019s new Royal Alberta Museum, and the luxurious (and right by the Rockies) Kananaskis Nordic Spa, which boasts a collection of hydrotherapy pools, salt exfoliation cabins, and eucalyptus steam rooms.<\/p>\n Charleston, South Carolina, is as much for foodies these days as it is for history lovers. Check out the low country cuisine at Husk<\/a>, the farm-to-table dishes at FIG<\/a>,\u00a0and contemporary cuisine at Magnolias<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve never been, Thailand can be a daunting place to figure out on your own. Kensington Tours<\/a>\u00a0is one way to take the hassle out of your trip\u2014and make sure you don\u2019t miss anything. The company\u2019s Thailand tours range from nine to 20 days and give you a look both the blissful and bustling sides of this magnificent country.<\/p>\n Deadwood, South Dakota<\/a>, brings the days of the Wild West back to life. You\u2019ll see it in the buildings (including plenty of charming casinos and bars) along historic Main Street, as well as in the fun re-enactments that are done throughout town. But Deadwood is also a great base to explore the surrounding area, including Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, and Badlands National Park.<\/p>\n With flights on the rise, it\u2019s become almost common to hear that someone is heading to Reykjavik for a long weekend. That\u2019s not what we\u2019re talking about here. If you\u2019re looking to see Iceland from every angle, check out this nine-day Silversea<\/a> Reykjavik to Reykjavik\u00a0cruise, which travels around the entire island, including a stop in Seydisfjordur, one of the country\u2019s most picturesque towns.<\/p>\n The park celebrates its centennial in 2019, making this the ideal time to visit. There are a series of talks, concerts, and special exhibitions<\/a>\u00a0planned throughout the year, including Centennial Summerfest and Star Party at Grand Canyon National Park (June 22-29), a Celebration of Art at the Grand Canyon (Sept. 7-15), and a free day for Veterans (Nov. 11).<\/p>\nSouthern Charm in Charleston<\/h2>\n
The Blue Waters of Thailand<\/h2>\n
Letting Loose in Deadwood<\/h2>\n
On the Water in Iceland<\/h2>\n
100 Years in the Grand Canyon<\/h2>\n
Bucket List Travel Destinations and StorageMart<\/h2>\n