A guide to contemporary travel and residence for middle aged and elderly people

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-03-07

Why are more and more people willing to travel? On the one hand, the life of every family is becoming more and more prosperous, the material conditions are becoming more and more abundant, and the focus of family life has gradually shifted from the basic needs of life to relaxation and enjoyment. On the other hand, the national policy is getting better and better, the infrastructure is getting better and better, and the threshold for going out is getting lower and lower.

Even so, traveling, especially long-distance, long-term travel, should not be sloppy. The majority of middle-aged and elderly friends should be fully prepared before going out. So what do middle-aged and elderly friends need to pay attention to when traveling? Habitat and sojourn with you**.

Middle-aged and elderly travelThese issues must not be sloppy.

First, health issues must be taken seriously. The increase of age will lead to the attenuation of the physical functions of the middle-aged and elderly to varying degrees, and many middle-aged and elderly friends suffer from chronic diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes. Going out is different from being at home, so you need to be vigilant and alert to the increased risk of illness and morbidity. Therefore, middle-aged and elderly people should do a good health check as much as possible before and during the trip, monitor health indicators, carry necessary medicines, and avoid overwork.

Second, travel safety must be paid attention to. In the process of going out to play, it is inevitable to take different means of transportation, and the middle-aged and elderly have a weak ability to adapt to the traffic environment, and in long-distance travel, the probability of them encountering traffic accidents, motion sickness, seasickness and other traffic safety problems is greatly increased. Therefore, middle-aged and elderly people should choose safe and comfortable means of transportation to avoid affecting travel plans and ruining the mood of play due to traffic problems.

3. Dietary conditions must be guaranteed. Middle-aged and elderly people have higher requirements for dietary conditions, so they should adapt to daily eating habits as much as possible during the trip and maintain a happy mood; At the same time, it is also necessary to coordinate the time and frequency of eating to ensure the intake of nutrients; It is also necessary to ensure food safety and avoid gastrointestinal discomfort. It is recommended that middle-aged and elderly friends choose light and easy-to-digest food during the trip, and don't forget to bring dry food and water in moderation

Fourth, pay attention to rest and reduce the intensity of your schedule. Middle-aged and elderly people have decreased physical strength and energy, and they are easily tired physically and mentally. For middle-aged and elderly friends, if they are forced to hurry up and engage in "special forces" travel, not only can they not fully experience the pleasure of playing, but may even leave bad memories. In long-distance travel, taking the tool for a long time is an important part of fatigue, therefore, middle-aged and elderly friends must follow the two principles of reasonableness and relaxation when arranging travel itineraries, avoid excessive fatigue, and maintain good work and rest habits.

5. Signing up for and joining a group can effectively avoid psychological problems. Middle-aged and elderly people traveling are likely to affect their travel experience due to psychological problems such as loneliness and anxiety. On a long trip, if there are too many strangers around you, too few acquaintances can make people feel lonely, bored, or uneasy. Therefore, middle-aged and elderly people can travel together to share the joy of travel with family and friends, or join tour groups to interact with their peers.

6. Try to choose a destination suitable for the elderly. Due to age and physical condition, middle-aged and elderly people may have weak adaptability to the new environment, and are easily affected by factors such as climate, altitude, and jet lag, resulting in physical discomfort or mood swings. Therefore, some travel destinations with inconvenient transportation will pose challenges to the body of middle-aged and elderly people. In addition, some tourist destinations have inadequate facilities for the elderly, which can also destroy the experience of the elderly. Therefore, middle-aged and elderly friends must not choose those challenging destinations without being completely sure, but should choose destinations with mild and comfortable environments and perfect facilities for the elderly.

7. Enhance security awareness, anti-fraud and anti-theft. At present, the problem of telecom fraud and personal information leakage is relatively serious, and middle-aged and elderly people may fall into the trap of criminals because of lax vigilance or unfamiliar with routines when they go out. At the same time, improper storage of important belongings and personal belongings can also lead to accidents. Therefore, middle-aged and elderly friends must establish a sense of security and vigilance when going out to play, prevent fraud, and protect personal property.

What other issues do you think middle-aged and elderly people need to pay attention to when traveling? Feel free to leave your views in the comment area.

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