Original travel stories, videos, and photography for people over 50 who know the best journeys are still ahead.
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What is Atlantic Destinations all about? This video is a guided welcome to those of us getting in years and looking for travel adventures that don’t break the bank. We travel mainly to Atlantic Canada, the Carolinas, Scotland, Europe, and the Caribbean.
Derek Cadzow
writer – photographer
THE PERSON BEHIND THE STORIES
This is more of a point of view than a travel website.
Hi, I’m Derek: Scottish-born, Canadian-raised, and currently in the US in North Carolina.
Atlantic Destinations is primarily for travelers who are older and are looking for memorable travel and adventure. We’re ready to use the freedom that advancing years can bring to get out there and see the world.
I’m one of you. I’ve actually been to the destinations I write about. I shoot my own photography and provide guidance about what worked, what didn’t, where to invest your travel time, and what to skip — all in an effort to help you enjoy your travel.
WHERE WE GO
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The Jacobite steam train: 84 spectacular miles on Scotland’s real Hogwarts Express
Even before we’d booked a single night of our seven-day Scottish Highland tour, Jackie had already picked the highlight of her vacation: the scant ninety seconds it would take to cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct aboard the Jacobite steam train, also known as the Hogwarts Express. As a long-time Harry Potter fan, Jackie agreed to this…
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scottish highlands – UK
Crossing the Glenfinnan viaduct on Scotland’s Jacobite steam train
Outer Banks – North Carolina
Hang gliding at Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina — and more!
madrid – spain
Three days in Madrid: E-Bikes, Ghosts, Wineries, and The Royal Palace
More videos at the Atlantic Destinations YouTube channel
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THE ATLANTIC DESTINATIONS PHILOSOPHY
Age is not a reason to stop showing up for the world
This is your time.
The best journeys are still ahead of you.
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