ELDER@TECH TRAVEL

Spring and summer 2010

ELDER@TECH POSSIBILITIES Provide opportunities Trip to popular destinations All offers easy access for low-mobility

travelers

USE TRAVEL WEB SITIES Use travel Web sites Read travel articles for seniors Research destinations Find travel tips

Compare airfares onlineBook flightsReserve hotel rooms

ELDER@TECH CAN… Book your flights and hotel rooms Plan events Accompany you on the trip Arrange for wheelchairs and other

assistive devices

HOW TO REGISTER U.S. Travel

Select a trip (2 months lead time)

Submit health form

Complete registration form

Provide down payment

InternationalSelect a trip (6

months lead time)Apply for

documentsComplete

registration form and health form

Provide down payment

TRAVEL TIPS: BEFORE YOU GO Documents

Passport for travelHealth insurance card

HealthCheck with your doctorUpdate your prescriptionsDiscuss dietary restrictions

LuggageMedical kit in carry-on bagUse a suitcase with wheelsPack for comfort

TRAVEL TIPS: ARRIVAL DAY Go easy the first day Take advantage of breaks and naps Make yourself comfortable Check in with your Elder@Tech advisor

TRAVEL TIPS: DURING YOUR STAY leave cash and valuables in the hotel

safe Be realistic about what you can do Relax and enjoy your trip

Enjoy foodEnjoy friends