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In Columbia, senior travel is simple and ensures that your vacation is stress and worry-free. There are a number of cities that appeal to senior travelers, but Bogota is easily one of the most senior-friendly of all the cities in Columbia. There are a number of reasons for this such as desirable accommodations and things to do.
Bogota - Things To Do
Bogota is the city capital of Columbia and is an active city. If visiting museums and other architectural wonders is what you're planning to do, a visit to Bogota is perfect. This city is chocked full of museums such as the Cultural Heritage Museum, the Museum of Colonial Art and the Museum of Regional Costume. The city offers a downtown day tour which is ideal for senior travel as you get to experience the best of what the different districts of this city have to offer without over-exerting yourself. Malls and local shopping centers are scattered throughout the city making it easy for you to shop for souvenirs.
Health/Saftey Tips
As in all foreign countries, there are a number of things to keep in mind when traveling. In Columbia, there are a few things you definitely need to know to keep yourself and traveling companion(s) safe and healthy. Drink ONLY bottled water outside all the major cities. Even in large cities that have filtered water you may want to drink bottled water, but outside the city, it is vital to drink bottled water to avoid bacterial infections and stomach upset. Request boiled water if no bottled water is available. Avoid bringing up discussions regarding the recent drug trade and political struggle in the area. Conversation about culture is generally enjoyed among travelers but Columbians are very sensitive about the subject of drugs. To avoid any danger, try not to bring this issue up. As in any large city, it is important to protect valuables as you travel within urban areas. Bogota is home to nearly 2 dozen hospitals to provide
medical attention in the event it is needed.
Accommodations
Especially with older travelers, it is important to find accommodations that have all the necessary amenities to meet all of your needs. The Radisson Hotel in Bogota is one of these hotels. This luxury hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms designed to keep you as comfortable as possible. Not only does the Radisson offer all the standard amenities, this hotel also features hypoallergenic rooms (upon request), safe deposit boxes, special female amenities and individual climate control. All of these extra features are extremely important to senior travelers as health is a top priority.
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