Over 50s 'look for physically and mentally challenging holidays'

Travellers over the age of 50 are looking to take trips which will challenge the body and mind.

Travellers over the age of 50 are becoming increasingly adventurous with the types of holiday they take.

Sarah Woods, a freelance travel author and travel presenter on ITV1’s Alan Titchmarsh Show, said there is a big trend for people in this age group taking adventure holidays as this generation is 'younger' than those before them.

They also appreciate how enjoyable it can be to challenge themselves both mentally and physically.

"More 50-plus travellers than ever before are taking extended breaks now, such as gap years and backpacking trips to destinations that are off the beaten track," Ms Wood said.

She added that there are now more travel insurance policies for people of this age, which is opening up a range of new sports and experiences to older travellers.

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Over-50s 'becoming more adventurous with holidays

People in their 50s and over are no longer sticking to tried and tested locations when it comes to taking a holiday.

People in their 50s are becoming more adventurous when it comes to choosing their holiday destinations, with many now opting for exotic locations rather than heading to tried and tested resorts.

The trend has been noted by Tom Hall at Lonely Planet, who explained it is often older travellers who are looking to get guides to places like central Asia and book tickets on the Trans-Siberian railway.

"I think some of the most popular ones will probably be some of the destinations that are maybe more popular with travellers, with India, south-east Asia being examples," Mr Hall said.

He noted many are very passionate about where they want to go and have a long list of places they want to visit.

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