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Imagine a world with no cars, where the air is cleaner, the pace of life is slower and exercise is a happy requirement of daily life. Explore our top eight car-free destinations and see why you should leave your car at home.

The Tournament of Roses Parade is a time-honored American tradition and the ultimate way to ring in the New Year. Check out our insider tips for making the most of your Rose Parade experience!

Arguably the best place in Africa to view wildlife, Tanzania is brimming with game reserves and safari parks. We’ve narrowed the list down to our favorite five locations to learn about the iconic animals of Africa and the people who call this place home.

What’s holding you back from going solo? Barbara Winard shares her six reasons why exploring on her own but with a group of Road Scholars is the best way to see the world. Find out how going solo with a group can bring you joy, too.

Wondering how you can create healthy habits after you retire? From diet ideas to exercise tips, retired Road Scholars share their wellness advice on how to stay healthy in retirement. Read their retirement health tips here!

United States-Cuba relations are once again front-page news. But if you read between the lines, you’ll see this is still a promising time for the people of Cuba and the Americans who want to make a difference in their lives.

On June 6th, 75 years ago, one of the most important events of WWII occurred: D-Day. Join Road Scholar Tom Nunn on an emotional journey to reconnect with his veteran father as he follows his footsteps to Normandy.

Enjoy a relaxing river cruise along the Douro River in Portugal or the Elbe River in Germany. Let the scenery sail by as you prepare for your next port of call. Here are five reasons why river cruises offer you the best way to explore Europe.

Go behind the scenes in the Road Scholar Trip Lab to learn about our inaugural Civil Rights Conference in Montgomery, Alabama, where participants will meet with civil rights historians and locals who have been involved in and impacted by the civil rights movement.

Road Scholar’s first employee shares his love of educational travel and his five favorite experiences with his grandchildren on Road Scholar learning adventures.

From Acadia to Yosemite, our national parks offer park-goers scenic hiking trails boasting spectacular views that paint pictures worth well over a thousand words. These hikes range from short and simple to strenuous and summit-filled, but all should be done at least once in your life.

Next in our women’s leadership series: read Road Scholar participant Donna Kimura’s story of trailblazing for girls’ sports in the Los Angeles Unified School District in the 1970s and developing Title IX.

Learn why Road Scholar champion Orpha Ochse gives to Road Scholar to help ensure more older adults have a chance to stimulate their minds and forge new friendships on our learning adventures.

Once you travel with a group of women you won’t want to stop. There’s something unique that brings women together. Women have a natural bond of shared experiences and shared histories, and there’s no better opportunity to discover ...

From cooking classes to wine tastings, these five not-to-miss experiences offer food and wine lovers the best way to tour Europe’s incredible culinary history.

Rejuvenate and reconnect on a retreat for mothers and adult daughters. These five Road Scholar Retreats from the Redwoods to the Finger Lakes provide tranquil settings and a community of women, perfect for mother-daughter getaways.

Rich in history and beauty from coast to coast, the United States offers no shortage of amazing hikes in National Parks and public lands. Whether you’re hoping to spot wildlife, walk through history, enjoy amazing views, or even just get a thrill, these are the five best hikes the U.S. has to offer.

From the Amazon to the Nile, the best river cruises visit bucket list destinations and offer memorable cultural experiences. Here are our favorite six in the world!

There are hundreds of state parks across the country, and you only need one to jumpstart an adventure. These 12 state parks stand out for their beauty, history and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

In the wake of the heartbreaking fire at France’s Notre Dame Cathedral, the thoughts of the Road Scholar community are with Paris as the city works together to rebuild this incredible cultural landmark.

Get rid of those winter blues and plan an exciting educational adventure to Southern Europe this winter! There are countless benefits to going in the off-season, but we’ve narrowed down the top six reasons why winter is the perfect time to learn abroad.

What is Instagram? Why should I use it? If you’re unsure if Instagram is right for you, read why 50+ grandparent blogger Karen Ritz loves using Instagram, especially for adding a bit of color and travel inspiration into her life.

The romance of traveling by ship is legendary — but for us, voyages allow us to create immerse experiences in the world’s grandest ports, to discover treasured cultures and rich local histories. We create learning adventures around the world on hundreds of ships of all kinds, and these ten vessels are at the head of the class when it comes to learning and the onboard experience.

Toronto is one of the world’s most diverse cities — the perfect place to experience and study world religions all in one place. Hear two participants’ account of their Toronto World Religions experience.

Making connections. Bridging cultures. Sharing ideas. Understanding differences. Developing friendships. Now, more than ever, the world needs you and Road Scholar. Why now? Because you and I can make a difference in the world. Together, we ...