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Google/AARP Map Tool Benefits Senior Drivers


If your spring and summer plans include long road trips, Google Maps and AARP have put their tech tetes together to help make your journeys more economical and enjoyable.

According to USA Today, they’ve eliminated the need for lugging along with you stacks of road maps, info books, discount brochures and other bothersome paperwork. With the new Google/AARP map tool, every bit of thousands of items about travel info is available immediately with just a click on your iPhone or similar electronic device.

You’re now able to plan ahead for the most favorable routes, rest stops, restaurants, shopping, hotels and thousands of other bits of useful travel information. Even better, it allows you to check prices, take advantage of discounts and maintain a sensible budget throughout your road trips.

In order to take advantage of the new service, you must be a signed-up member of AARP. For more information, go to discounts.aarp.org

Rome, Italy: Get Romantic On The Spanish Steps PDF Print E-mail


Single seniors on a journey through the Italian capital city should set aside time to experience the romantic outdoor stairway. Since 1725, the 135 stone steps have inspired tourists as one of Rome’s most visited attractions. 

The area also brings Romans of all genders and ages to hang out. Many are there for various reasons, from peddling wares to looking for romance. Therefore, if you’re a single wandering senior roaming in Rome, consider climbing the Spanish Steps. You may just encounter local lookalikes of Sophia Loren or Marcello Mastroianni.

 
 
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