Summary:  Having someplace to go gives you a sunny outlook, when the place is fantastic—whether right next door or across the world.  Read on for 5 amazing places to see, and lots more info for senior health and well being.

I hope these 5 places will get you enthused about seeing the world while you still can.  And if money is holding you back, think of alternative ways to go. House sitting, work trades, house or apartment swaps, volunteer work trip, a friend wants company and has the money to pay…you get the idea.

It is virtually impossible to advise only 5 places to see.  Get inspired with these choices and go crazy from there.  If you are 70, 80 or 90+, hop in that plane, train or automobile and find out what’s in the great big world.

stonehStonehenge, England The original purpose of Stonehenge is thought to have been observing the sky and planets, or rituals conducted by the people. Seeing this place, you feel a great power—possibly the power of the individuals who built it.

HWKauaiKauai Hawaii, U.S. The photo says it all, great climate, slow pace, fabulous food, glorious greenery. Kauai is the alternative to commercial Honolulu.

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Harbor at Rio De Janeiro, Brazil One of 7 wonders of the natural world, Rio features great music:  It’s the birth place of Bossa Nova Jazz.  The feeling in that music will carry you away to a fantasy the likes of which you’ve never known.

grand cThe Grand Canyon, Arizona, U.S. Also one of the 7 wonders of the natural world. The national park began in 1919. It’s 277 miles long, and one mile deep. You’ll want to set for hours just observing this crevasse.   White water rafting, camping and hiking will give you some exercise as well

chetaSouth Africa: Thorny Bush Game Preserve A must for animal lovers.  To see all these creatures in one place is a memory you’ll treasure the rest of your life.  Bring your camera!