I took my 63-year-old retired mother on a bucket-list trip. I learned you're never too old for big adventures.

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Author, her mom, and tour guide in canyon taking selfie
I was a little nervous about taking my mom, who is in her 60s, on an adventure-packed trip with lots of physical activity, but I'm so glad I did it.

Emily Pennington

I took my mom to Italy and we skipped popular spots, like Rome and Venice. The smaller cities we chose were much better.

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Jenna DeLaurentis and her mom holding gelato
We enjoyed gelato together in Padua.

Jenna DeLaurentis

I visited the South of France with my parents, who are in their 70s. We made some good decisions and a few mistakes.

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Author Kristina Kasparian smiling in Nice South of France
When traveling with my parents, I learned that balancing our expectations was key to a smooth holiday together.

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My mom and I live across the world from each other. We connect by traveling together to bucket-list places every year.

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The writer and her mom posing in Edinburgh.
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Anna Dodd

I took a 12-night cruise across Asia with my 64-year-old parents. I was exhausted, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

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Author Allie Hubers with her sister, parents smiling in front of water
As my parents get older, I find myself planning more of the family trips and handling logistics and issues, which can be mentally draining.

Allie Hubers

My mom and I have gone on a trip together every year for the past decade. We've mastered the art of planning them.

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Author Alexa Mellardo and her mom smiling with wine glasses
I always look forward to traveling with my mom.

Alexa Mellardo

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