Original travel stories, videos, and photography for travel over 50 and those of us who know the best journeys are still ahead.
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Atlantic Destinations is a resource created specifically for those of us planning travel over 50. It covers America’s Atlantic coast, Nova Scotia, Scotland, and Europe through first-person travel stories, destination guides, and video content.
Atlantic Destinations helps you plan confidently for travel over 50 adventures that don’t break the bank, with practical guidance from someone who has actually been there.
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 those of us planning for travel over 50, and looking for memorable travel and adventure. We’re ready to use the freedom that this season of life brings 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
Latest stories
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Glasgow Cathedral: the remarkable 800-year old church that refused to fall
In 16th century Scotland, Reformation mobs were sweeping through the country targeting Catholic churches, tearing down altars, stripping chapels, and gutting medieval cathedrals that had stood for centuries. And the most ancient of them all, Glasgow Cathedral, was a prime target on their hit list. How did it survive this religious and societal upheaval? And…
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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.
NOT. DONE. YET.
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