A Reward of Age

What is Elderhostel?

Elderhostel is America’s first and the world’s largest educational travel organization for adults 55 and over. Its participants come from every walk of life to learn together, to exchange ideas, and to explore the world.

The World Is The Classroom

From Berlin to Chicago, Sydney to Plains, Elderhostel offers unique educational experiences infused with the spirit of camaraderie and adventure that enrich and enhance the lives of its participants.

Expert instructors share stimulating information through in-depth lectures, field trips, and cultural excursions. Lively discussions with faculty and fellow participants illuminate issues and broaden horizons.

Participants (2000 – 2001) By Region

Northeast 6,703

Middle Atlantic 12,631

Southeast 11,704

South Central 8,846

Midwest 9,745

Rocky Mountain 2,327

Northwest 4,623

Far West 6,478

Alaska/Hawaii 1,502

Total 63,559

% Participation by Sex in Age Groupings

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55-60

61-65

66-70

71-75

76-80

81-85

86-90

91-95

96-100

MaleFemale

Structure

U .S . & C an ad a In te rn a tion a l A d ven tu res A floa t

P rog ram s

Programs in the U.S. & Canada

• Traditional– Weeklong

– Weekend

• Specialty– Active Outdoor

– Applied Arts & Crafts

– Intergenerational

– Performance

– Service

Carry me back to

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Programs Across the World(Antigua to Zambia)

• Active Outdoor• Adventures Afloat• Birding• City Highlights• Cultural Immersion• Intergenerational• Service• Train Treks

All Programs Share These Attributes

• Educational excellence

• Comfortable accommodations & delicious meals

• Extraordinary value

• Warm camaraderie of fellow Elderhostelers

Don’t Stay Home Bemoaning your lot.

Go to http://www.elderhostel.org today!