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The difference between an ordinary event and an amazing event is in the details.

At BackStage Catered, we believe your event should be as wonderfully unique as you. For this reason, each event begins as a blank canvas. absorbing your overall vision and ideas through the elements - food, photography, social media, and design - we create a collective experience that is a direct reflection of your vision. 

Our story is simple: with fresh ingredients, honest advice, appropriate direction, and discerning aesthetics; we approach the catering, planning, and production process with the utmost detail and care from a perspective that is refined and authentic. Be it BackStage, On Stage, Side Stage, or just the most important event of your life; we promise to be 

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"they feed us as if they really love us."

SUNSET MUSIC FESTIVAL

We want to feed you

Food is our business, come into our kitchen, a custom-made moveable feast, this time, it's personal.

If you’re traveling with 10 or less, DEGA offers personal chef service. From dietary health concerns to specific or exotic cuisines, our pros make everybody happy. These assignments are screened beforehand by all parties to ensure the perfect combination of skills and personalities. 

We do all of our own advancing which can work in tandem with production advancing and lighten the phone time of the tour. We advance our own local support staff, tables, chairs, power… everything that is needed to get us cooking. That way questions about ice, sinks, and cargo vans can be deflected away from tour production to save time, energy, and potential frustration.  The advancing is done through our main office.

Dinner's ready

DEGA has been doing this for almost 30 years. If you ask anyone who has worked with us, you will be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t think we are the best in our field.

We make sure our crews and chefs have resources for up to date local information and assistance anywhere your tour goes in the country. 

We are highly familiar with America's performing arts venues coast to coast and this, combined with our thorough advancing ensures smooth load ins, load outs and working days.

Our presentation style emphasizes warmth, color, creativity and function. We can adapt our buffets to any venue. Our food is beautiful, and our service is outstanding. We listen and respond to requests, and we make ourselves a part of your tour. 

It's worth mentioning the  DEGA coffee case. It is a main stay in our dining rooms. We stock it with Organic, Fair Trade, freshly brewed Coffee and Espresso as well as a wide variety of teas, vitamins, emergen-c.... everything you need will be in that case. 

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Welcome To Millennium Gourmet

Here at Millennium Gourmet we are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations and the expectations of their guests by emphasizing contemporary food pairings and presentations.

We offer Premium Corporate Catering Services including buffets for corporate events, grand openings, corporate lunches and dinners focusing on a well presented, healthy menus, delivered on time with all the amenities needed for a successful event.

Our Private Catering Services include intimate weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, birthday celebrations and special occasion dinners.

We also offer Private Chef Services, providing in-home cooking demonstrations and dinners to add that special element of surprise to your party celebration.

Call Millennium Gourmet today for ordering details and pricing. We provide Catering to all Bay Area location, including San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Milpitas, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill and Gilroy.

Millennium Gourmet offers catering services for all occasions including:

Private Catering

• Celebrations
• Retirement Parties
• Bridal Showers
• Baby Showers

Corporate Catering

• Cold Lunches and Hot Lunches
• Boxed Lunches
• Team Building Events
• Continental Breakfast

Theme Buffets

• Winter Holiday
• In Home Celebrations Parties
• Wedding Receptions
• Private Multi-course Dinners (see our  Private Dinner Menu ).

We cater to:

• Morgan Hill
• Willow Glen
• Silvercreek

All catered events are custom tailored to each clients needs and expectations. Our Chef will create an exclusive menu while our Event Designer will “set the stage” for the event. All consultations are  free of charge .

Your Northern California Catering Solution

For all elements of your event, jW is the complete solution  for all your  catering needs.

Catering Services

At jW we offer a wide range of catering options for you and your guests.  Maybe it’s an employee luncheon, a special family occasion, or a large scale event, we’re big enough to get the job done right and small enough to care.

Jeffrey Weinberg

Founder and Chief Disruptor

A veteran of the Bay Area food scene, running both Kokkari and Evvia in the past, Jeff’s passion for dining and hospitality is unparalleled.

Lucas Carlson

General Manager and Director of Operations

Proud papa to two dogs, Biscuit and Gravy, Lucas has worked his way up from dishwasher to leader of the pack.

Robert Grubbs

Executive Chef

With over 15 years in hospitality, including fine dining and catering, Robert Grubbs knows grub.

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Eat to the Beat specialises in artist, production and crew catering for the music, entertainment, film & TV industries. From locations and worldwide music and production tours to one off shows and providing dressing room riders, our clients are rock stars, actors and bands who have all been enticed by our delicious food, friendly and professional approach and ultra-efficient logistics.

PREVIOUSLY SUPPORTING

“ As a tour manager of globally known band, we have experienced ETTB's services firsthand. Their delectable cuisine coupled with their warm and professional demeanor makes every show a delight. On-the-go logistics could not be more seamless. They treat us like, well, rockstars but also took away the hassle around feeding a whole crew. I wholeheartedly recommend Eat to the Beat to anyone in the industry.

“ HPower Group had the honor of partnering with Eat to the Beat for the catering service during the an event of around 1000 guests. Their professionalism and quality of service were beyond our expectations. The food was exquisite, and their seamless coordination was impressive. A class act, all the way!

“ ETTB's catering service has been a game-changer for our team during our tours. They understand our varied dietary needs of our team and athletes and always deliver delicious food that feels like home, on time, with all the requirements from the team. The flexibility and readiness they bring to our ever-changing schedule is truly commendable.

“ As an event planner working in remote locations, having a caterer that is self-contained is a godsend. Eat to the Beat provided us with an excellent service during our last event. From prep to service, their mobile kitchen was fully equipped and even supplied their own power and water. Exceptional service in the most unlikely of places.

“ As the producer of a Saturday-Night-British Prime-Time TV Show, finding a reliable and high-quality catering service is essential. As ETTB has not only provided our cast and crew with a variety of fresh and delicious meals but also catered to all of our specific dietary needs. We couldn't be happier with their service. Heres to be best Chicken Curry we've ever tried!

“ As the festival director for a music event, feeding the crew and artists is always a challenge. Theres just such a HUGE team. We've worked with Eat to the Beat for years, as they have always taken this off my plate, whilst filling everyone else's. Their understanding of the differing needs between crew and artists was spot-on. Their hearty meals for our hard-working crew and lighter options for our performers were appreciated by all.

“ As a production manager who's often on the road, Eat to the Beat has been an invaluable resource. Their comforting, delicious food and friendly service truly make them feel like an extension of our team, not just another service provider

“ Merriweather has had the privilege of working with this amazing catering service since 2010. Whether it's for our in-house catering needs, corporate events, or artist and crew meals during our shows, they have consistently delivered high-quality food and service. The 29 shows they serviced in 2022 were nothing short of outstanding.

From worldwide music and production tours to one off shows and providing dressing room riders, our clients are rock stars, actors and bands who have all been enticed by our delicious food, friendly and professional approach and ultra-efficient logistics.

ICONIC EVENTS

Our holistic approach to service has seen us deliver crew and artist catering to many iconic events throughout our 40 year history These include Live 8, HM The Queen’s Golden, Diamond and Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Commonwealth Games 2022 Closing Ceremony and most recently TM King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s Coronation.

When it comes to catering on tour, we very much see ourselves as providing a home from home on the road. We’re well versed in how to prepare food for very specific taste and diets. Working all over the world with athletes and artists who are at the top of their field ensures that we’re ready to deal with literally everything and anything. We’ve cooked food for people who are committed to super strict diets to those who don’t like furry fruits!

ONSITE OR ON LOCATION

Our purpose-built mobile kitchens arrive onsite fully equipped to prep, cook and serve food for 10-1000 guests. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the remotest of locations, we are completely self-contained and can even supply our own power and water if required.

AS SEEN ON SCREEN

Some of our seasonal repeats include The Chase, RuPaul’s Drag Race, BBC Proms, Tipping Point, Britain’s Got Talent, and competitions like Dancing on Ice, Masked Singer, The Wheel and Masked Dancer.

OUTDOOR EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Outdoor event catering requirements are often based on the demands of the task in hand. If you’re onsite working at a festival with crew who’re working long hours, doing a physically demanding job, then they are going to want more hearty, comfort type food. Whereas artists, who’re about to perform, will want lighter healthier options. It’s all about knowing and understanding who you’re preparing the food for.

FILM & TV

We have delivered catering on-location and to high-profile studios for numerous production companies and TV shows. We can work from an onsite kitchen OR bring along our own kitchen trucks. The feedback the team receives from our clients is excellent, with comments ranging from how fresh and delicious the food is, to the variety of dishes on display and our ability to cater for all diets and tastes.

PRODUCTION / CREW CATERING

Production teams and crew are often away from home for long periods of time, moving from venues, cities and countries every other day.  

Our approach to service is holistic – delicious and nutritious food is a given – it’s comforting to see the same warm and friendly smiling faces who know they’ll find the biscuits next to the coffee machine rather than having to navigate a whole new set up every day.  

We see ourselves as an extension to our clients’ teams rather than an addition.

GLOBAL LIVE EVENTS

Our ability to deliver for major international events is unrivalled, our experience, expertise, relationships and reputation for successful delivery ensure that we are often the first point of contact when it comes to event catering and hospitality services.

We have a unique ability to travel to any far-flung destination, combatting logistical and cultural challenges along the way to deliver fantastic food and service, this sets us apart from our competitors.  

We have a long-term contract dating back to 2010 with US venue the Merriweather, located in Washington, Maryland. We exclusively deliver all catering for backstage artists, management and production crews and corporate and private events held within the venue. In 2022 we delivered 29 shows between May and October including Post Malone, Rod Stewart, Gorillas and Pet Shop Boys, serving almost 10,000 meals a day during their run of shows. We have 1500 sqft of warehousing space which we use to service US tours and events from.  

Global Infusion Group prioritises sustainability by sourcing seasonal, local ingredients, using reusable or biodegradable utensils and plates, and conserving energy and water through efficient appliances and techniques. Our efforts contribute to environmental responsibility and a healthier planet.

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We Make Tastebuds Happy

Since 2016, Behind The Scene Tour Catering has become the most renowned Tour Catering Company in the US. Rooted in creativity and a diverse menu,  BTS Tour Catering presents unparalleled tastes worthy of the most distinguished palates.

We cater events across the country, ranging from smaller intimate events to larger tours and events.  Our calendar fills up quickly, so reach out to us early in the planning process to ensure availability.

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“Choose Cosmo. Your employees will be thankful you did!”

Cosmopolitan Catering is a premier full-service catering and café management company. We work exclusively within the corporate arena, striving to be recognized for producing delicious, healthy, and socially responsible food through personalized customer service that is second-to-none.

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We are on the rotational lunch menu and loving it. We have never had as many praises on the quality and taste of the food since we started serving lunch over a year ago. The food is an excellent balance of health, cost and taste! They are also very friendly and efficient every day. If you are looking for a better lunch menu we emphatically recommend Cosmopolitan Catering.

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Chef Sean Dailey is a culinary trained Chef of the famed Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island. In addition to his extensive experience in Corporate and Wedding Catering, Chef Dailey has been a private chef for over 15 years. He has provided private chef services for such prestigious clientele such as the President/CEO of the Historical Society of Italy, celebrities Carly Simon and Don Johnson, and for several exclusive clients on a private yacht chartered out of the Bahamas.

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Gotham catering And Events strives to be the first choice for catering and special event planning in NYC. From prestigious galas and corporate events to wedding receptions and company picnics, our Vast array of menus and attention to every detail are designed to appeal to our clients and their guests with an impressive, one-of-a-kind event experience

Gotham Catering And Events Is a team of professionals who are experts in their field . our chefs, waitt staff, sales department, corporate catering managers and events planners each personally strive to provide the best experience and best client service for our catering and events clients and their guests. our dedication, innovation culinary experience are a powerful asset to the success of your catering and event planning needs.

For 20 years we are based in New York City as a social catering and corporate event catering company we have been serving all of New York City And The Surrounding areas

Gotham Catering And Events is one of the top catering companies in New York. We have created a catering experience that enables you to provide your guests with a wide variety of options, all of them as delicious as the next. We bring to your party or corporate catering  the best Catering Experience New York has to offer, using only the freshest and finest seasonal and organic ingredients available. We pride ourselves on our authentic  international and eclectic menu, but will always customize our menu to fulfill your suggestions and any any dietary requests . We pay very special attention to each event’s detail. may it be a simple dinner for tow candlelight dinner for two or a large corporate affair, or a picnic party.will gladly guide you through any planning so as to achieve the best possible experience for you and your guests

The New York’s Finest Catering & Events Company

Great food and impeccable service starts with amazing people and we at Gotham Catering & Events have some of the best. Whether you are a long-standing client or new to our services, we treat you with the honor and respect you deserve. You are one of the reason we love what we do. Take a moment meet our amazing team! The passion to encourage and serve others is at the core of who we are.

We Provide Catering for all Occasions, Event Planning, Themed Parties, Black Tie Waiters and Bartenders, Rentals of Glassware, Tables, Chairs, Utensils and Linen.

For larger events please ask for our extended menu. Gotham Catering And Events  has been designed to create exciting and memorable events for any occasion. We specialize in Corporate, Wedding, Social and Theme Events. We will turn your Office, Home or Event Space into a special occasion that your guests Will talk about for a long time. We cater 7 days a week all over Manhattan, all 5 Boroughs & Long Island. Our catering department is open Monday – Friday from 8am to 6pm to answer all your catering needs. Our full – service catering team will assist you in ensuring that your next meeting, social event or party is a total success.

Making Your Visions Come True

With nearly four decades of experience, we pride ourselves on being caterers that provide innovative menus and striking arrangements that help make the ordinary, extraordinary. Our catering staff starts with the finest in meats, poultry, seafood, fresh fish, dairy and produce, Our exceptional service and attention to detail throughout the entire catering and event experience will exceed your expectations.but we provide more than just great food and beverage. Gotham Catering & Events offers unique, culinary creations and styling and our trademark Rivers of Food for both business and social occasions.

At Gotham Catering & Events, we know how to make your visions come true. Creating unforgettable experiences for you and your guests using fresh, unique food and creative, memorable presentations is our specialty.

Innovative Ideas that keep guests talking

Because Our Team of experts aren’t interested in just meeting expectations. We want to make jaws drop! Our creative staff and talented partners continually push for imaginative new ideas, making us one of the top trendsetters in the catering and events industry.

A name synonymous with integrity

Over the years, Gotham Catering has built a stellar reputation based on our honest approach to business and unwavering commitment to excellence. We refuse to compromise on quality

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For more than 10 years, we have been an advocate of helping people who are in need whereby providing shelter, medicines, and education to the less privileged children in Haiti. This has become a milestone for Gotham Catering Team.

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Tour Catering

The UK’s most exciting tour catering company

Life on the road can be tough. Artists and crew away are from their family and loved ones for months at a time, literally living on top of one another.

Good food is the foundation that keeps the concert tour family and crew happy, and mealtimes are a celebration of togetherness, a moment out of the madness to reconnect and relax. Creature comforts, healthy, nourishing food and the occasional treat table help your crew to feel at home.

We have over 10 years of experience in tour catering and have worked all over the UK. Projects on tour buses, in concert halls, village halls, large-scale music venues, churches and even a water park! Nothing beats the excitement of waking up in a new place every day, sourcing the best quality local ingredients and feeding people delicious food.

Catering on tour for dietary preferences, specific allergies and intolerances is never a problem for us. We understand that artists’ requirements are different and specific, pre and post, performance. Therefore, our menus feature energy boosting nutritious, light meals and powerful anti-oxidant smoothies to ensure your team are in top shape, ready to take to the stage.

Tour catering menus

Our approach to tour catering is bespoke, because we understand that different touring crews work to different budgets. However, we are always committed to the provision of exceptional quality food.

To create the perfect touring menu, we can co-create a menu plan with you, or just let us take the stress away with ‘done-for-you’ options. Both result in high quality, energising and delicious food to serve to your hard working and dedicated team.

All of our food perfectly balances the requirements of hard-working touring crews with a quality expected by your artists and VIPs alike. So you just have to turn up and eat!

Mobile catering trucks & trailers

Our state-of-the-art mobile tour catering trucks are a great plug and play option without the need for any other infrastructure. We have everything we need on board, ready to nourish your crew and artists with a menu of your choice. We can offer a totally bespoke approach for your project – from the menu, to the set design and presentation. For specialist tour catering we can even send a chef and hospitality team on the road with you.

What our clients are saying

“They’re great to work with, and the food was of great consistency, with no dietary need too much of an inconvenience - they really are true gems! Diamonds are formed under huge pressure, and the entertainment industry has never known challenges like Covid19. I’m so grateful we found Faye and her team to deliver the crew and customer catering for our award nominated drive-in series.”

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Guy Robinson – Coalition Agency

9 Tour Companies That Cater to Travelers Over 50

By: Author Elizabeth Ciobanu

Posted on Published: 08/18/2023  - Last updated: 08/22/2023

Turning 50 is a golden milestone. Your passion for traveling has allowed you to see so much of the world, yet you still thirst for more.

Expanding your traveling horizons in your older years often requires more foresight, so you can plan an itinerary to soak in and savor every moment.

Tour companies catering to travelers 50+ will help you plan your next adventure and perhaps subsequent getaways.

These companies don’t treat you like a senior (you’re 50 years young, after all!) but understand the travel challenges and desires and will work with you to craft your dream expedition.

Here are 9 of your best options.

1. Luxury Gold

Usher in what’s referred to as “the new golden age of travel” through Luxury Gold.

You’ve roughed it on trips and adventures for years, and now it’s time to travel in style. As a name like Luxury Gold calls to mind, this is a luxury travel company catered toward small groups of no more than 20.

Luxury Gold will ensure every moment of your vacation is a pinch-me-I’m-dreaming moment, from stays in premier lodgings in some of the most world-renowned destinations, tantalizingly delicious dining, and concierge-led travel experiences.

The immersion accommodations include some of the most beloved luxury hotels in the world. You’ll feel like royalty staying at The Leela Palace in Udaipur, India.

The lake views from your window at the Hotel D’Angleterre in Geneva, Switzerland will rejuvenate your soul.

You can even get a room in hard-to-stay locales like The Ritz-Carlton in New Orleans or the JW Marriott Hotel Lima in Miraflores Lima, Peru.

Where would you like to visit? Luxury Gold has five-star vacation experiences in Africa, Egypt, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, Europe, Latin America, Canada, and the United States.

The curated experiences are one of the top reasons to seek this company’s services. How else can you take a tour of the Tower of London after-hours, discover pyramids in Giza with an Egyptologist, meet an Austrian princess in Artstetten, or dine with a rugby player in Auckland?

These Founder’s Collection experiences were an idea of the late founder, Stanley Tollman, and live on to this day.

2. Tauck Tours

Tauck understands your roving heart, as its company is founded by travelers like you. Family-owned and operated, Tauck Tours has led some of the most immersive, remarkable tour experiences for almost 100 years.

You can plan an exploration of more than 70 countries and seven continents through Tauck Tours, with over 100 destinations to select from.

Would you rather keep your tour group small? Tauck offers more than 80 destinations with groups of under 25 people on average.

Tauck can also hook you up with a river cruise across Europe. These award-winning cruises on a riverboat will stop off at exclusive locales while offering personalized, top-notch service.

For instance, The Blue Danube itinerary is 12 days and takes you across Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Regensburg, Salzburg, and Budapest.

Another way to travel the seas in style is on a small ship. Immerse yourself in the culture of Iceland, the Galapagos Islands, Peru, Toronto, Chicago, and more as you tour for seven to 14 days, sometimes more.

Some tours are themed, like the Galapagos: Wildlife Wonderland tour. Across eight days, you’ll explore Guayaquil, Quito, Bartolome Island, Genovesa Island, Santa Cruz, and Rabida Island.

Not so fond of traveling by boat? You can also take a land tour through Tauck to premium destinations like the Americas, Australia, Europe, Asia, and Africa. 

3. Road Scholar

As you get older, you’ve become interested in traveling for more than fun, focused on education. Road Scholar is the ideal travel company to cater to your every whim.

Traveling through Road Scholar makes you an active learner ready to meet fascinating people, expose yourself to fresh ideas, and make invigorating discoveries.

The expert faculty who lead your travel itinerary are historians and scholars passionate about the destinations you travel to.

The range of travel experiences is for every type of 50+ vacationist, from those who want to stay close to home or globetrot to those who want a fast-paced trip versus something easier.

Pick from 100 countries and see the world the Road Scholar way. The destinations include Australia, the Pacific, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe, Canada, and the US.

You can keep more cash taking a trip through Road Scholar, saving 20 percent on your lodging per night compared to other commercial tour companies. Your experiences, lodging, and most meals are covered in the cost of your trip, and so are taxes and tips.

Speaking of the available experiences, you can often go behind the scenes for incredible moments and educational opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.  

4. Trafalgar

Perhaps your next vacation will be a Trafalgar tour.

As one of the most famous travel companies on the planet, you can’t go wrong with Trafalgar. You can explore six continents and 72 countries on more than 300 trips with this expert-led service, with special Be My Guest experiences offered for many travel destinations.

See a new side of Europe, New Zealand, Canada, Asia, the US, Australia, Latin America, the Middle East, or Africa, checking off more of your bucket list. Meet the locals, fall in love with the culture, and discover hidden gems off the beaten path.

Trafalgar’s themed tours are the stuff dreams are made of. The curated itineraries take care of everything for you, so you can simply pack your bags and get going.

Travel in groups or as a family, plan a short excursion by boat, take a sightseeing tour, go on safari, or cruise through Trafalgar.

I’m merely scratching the surface.  You can also allow your taste buds to guide you with food travel, go on a castle or battlefield tour, experience the best of the world with an arts and culture tour, see the most beautiful lakes and mountains, go on a walking vacation, or plan a shopping vacation where you take breaks in the most popular cities.

All these incredible vacation experiences and more await you. Trafalgar also frequently offers deals, including last-minute deals where you can save around 15 percent if you get on the road fast.

Have you always longed to go to Europe, but it’s never worked out before now? Perhaps you’ve been but are eager to go again.

Globus specializes in European tours but can help your travel dreams come true elsewhere, including Latin America, the Middle East, Canada, Asia, the US, New Zealand, Africa, and Australia.

Globus tours will cover your transportation, giving you a range of options for getting from Point A to Point B. You can fly, take a day cruise, ride a ferry, enjoy the scenery on a railway, or get there fast on a high-speed train.

Touring with Globus also includes your hotel, which will be specifically selected according to your travel itinerary, interests, and needs. All hotels are first-class major brands with amenities suited for you.

Skip the lines on a Globus tour, as VIP access to your favorite sights and travel destinations is included with your package.  You can see some of the world’s most beloved attractions without spending most of your vacation waiting around.

Experiential dining is part of the trip, which means immersing yourself in the incredible regional cuisine.

Are you worried about language differences and cultural shifts affecting your ability to have a good time? Don’t be! Your Globus vacation includes access to your own Storyteller, Tour Director, Troubleshooter, and Interpreter so you can enjoy every element of your journey.

6. Poseidon Expeditions

You won’t find just any kind of travel experience through Poseidon Expeditions, but one centered around traveling the Antarctic, North Pole, or the Arctic.

Poseidon Expeditions is a UK company founded in 1999 that leads cruises on its Sea Spirit ship, which has room for 114 passengers. An itinerary in Antarctica might include touring South Georgia and the Falklands for 15 days and taking photos.

You can also try the Realm of Penguins & Icebergs tour in the Antarctic Peninsula. This 11-day tour features camping, kayaking, and photography experiences.

Plan a venture to Iceland, Greenland, Svalbard, and the British Isles as part of the Poseidon Expedition’s Arctic tours.

You can also see the North Pole, sailing along the Arctic Ocean past Franz Josef Land and Murmansk before turning back around. You’ll travel on the l/b 50 Years of Victory, a nuclear icebreaker for 124 passengers.

Its bow is shaped like a spoon to facilitate icebreaking. That’s how this ship can travel across ice 2.5 meters thick, which is common around the North Pole.

7. Smithsonian Journeys

Smithsonian Journeys–through the Smithsonian Institute–abides by this mission statement: the “increase and diffusion of knowledge.”

This company has a legacy of more than 50 years of planning vacations with a personal touch, VIP access, and high-quality service.

Your vacation experience will grant you access to the Smithsonian’s long-standing history of community, prestige, and heritage.

See the mainlands of Africa, the many parts of Europe, the Pacific and Australia, the Caribbean and Central America, the beauty of North America, the culture of South America, or the wonders of Asia.

You can take any kind of trip your heart desires through Smithsonian Journeys, including ocean cruises, land journeys, cultural stays, river cruises, family journeys, train trips, active journeys, and special interest voyages.

The cultural stays are a Smithsonian standout, offering experiences you won’t find anywhere else. For instance, you can plan a vacation in Provence, France. Your vacation includes guided tours of Marseille, Pont du Gard, Avignon, and the Luberon Valley.

You can also select from an arts and culture, culinary, or language lesson track to supplement your vacation.

Taste the best of Italy’s Amalfi Coast by staying for seven days in Vietri sul Mare. This experience boasts Capri, Sorrento, and Naples tours, visits to architectural sites, fine dining, and shopping on the Amalfi Coast.  

8. Intrepid Travel

Travel has no age limits, as anyone can experience its joys. For more than 30 years, Intrepid Travel has brought the amazement of traveling to millions.

Venture deep into Africa, including Malawi, South Africa, Tanzania, or Botswana.

Perhaps you want a full tour of Europe. From the big ones like Germany, France, Italy, and Spain to Kosovo, Estonia, and Albania, Intrepid can hook you up.

See the best parts of Asia, including Hong Kong, Japan, India, Laos, South Korea, China, and Singapore. Take a tropical tour of Central America’s Caribbean, Belize, or Costa Rica.

Visit the Middle East, including Turkey, Oman, Jordan, and Egypt.

You can also plan getaways throughout South America, North America, Central America, Oceania, and Australia.

Intrepid Travel gives you so many ways to take your next vacation. You can focus on festivals, become a gastronomist on a food tour, or take a cruise so you can sit back and relax.

Tailor-made tours for your age, desires, and activity level are also available. Pair up with a destination specialist to put together a custom itinerary, or let them select the plans for you with a ready-made itinerary. You just have to show up and have a blast.

Intrepid offers flexible departures and bookings that work according to your schedule.

9. Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises’ hands-off vacation experiences by sea are ideal for travelers over 50.

Your trip prioritizes cultural enrichment; Viking even calls it “the thinking person’s cruise.” The Scandinavian design of the ships, staterooms, and amenities will put you in a relaxed mindset.

The staterooms boast fine attention to detail, with spacious sites that are two rooms apiece. You won’t find larger suites across Europe’s rivers. You’ll be able to appreciate the full extent of every sight on your route with large windows while relaxing.

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Dining on a Viking cruise is a treat for the taste buds, but make sure you save some room in your stomach, as you can experience local cultures on your route during Viking’s onshore experiences.

You’ll receive exclusive entry into museums, palaces, and private homes, visiting after-hours or before opening.

Further, you can enjoy amazing seating for cultural performances, everything from the opera to ballet and folklore.

Sail to Mississippi and experience Americana culture, see the pyramids of Egypt, venture from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, take the Elbe to Prague, sail the Douro along Portugal, see the waters of France, tour 10 European countries by boat across the Danube, or ride the Rhine through the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland.

You can even take a Christmas market river cruise for the holidays, experiencing how countries around the world celebrate the holidays, including Budapest, Paris, Regensburg, Prague, Zurich, Basel, Amsterdam, Passau, and Berlin.