Smooth travel tips for seniors

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The obsession for the Big Mac began because, for one thing, my love of hamburgers.”","_id":"LZXCV5D37ZHKRIGSLCBRTMZ34Y","additional_properties":"comments":[],"_id":"EBIIS26W7FGGPKV5O6YXR6R7WU","type":"interstitial_link","content":"Breaking down diet culture and the reality of weight loss","url":"https://www.ajc.com/life/health/breaking-down-diet-culture-and-the-reality-of-weight-loss/PIXMGZFNSNGJRPNLLD5TO5DXRY/","_id":"PHQVLCT73JAIRPEJW4SXLC3QYI","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654008231314,"type":"text","content":"His love for McDonald’s and their signature burger started on May 17, 1972, when Gorske got his first car. He recalled that the first thing he did when he got his license and his car was to drive to McDonald’s and order a Big Mac.","_id":"DQ6IFK6UPFHBBKALOBBBPB3SZM","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654008231315,"type":"text","content":"Eating a Big Mac a day can’t be healthy for you, right? That’s what many are saying after seeing Gorske’s story on social media. Surprisingly, his health is in good shape according to his doctors.","_id":"U5GCSHY6XJH53LTFNFFKNJQGGE","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654008231316,"type":"text","content":"Gorske attributes his good health to only eating the Big Mac and not the fries. He also stays fairly active, and walks around his block daily which is about six miles. “His blood sugar has been normal. His cholesterol has been exceptionally good.” said his wife Mary in the video.","_id":"SUGBA3HUDJEO5I2YYLIUHQEYCI","additional_properties":"comments":[],"_id":"NTPIONLVZ5DUJDEORP6RGTRDTA","type":"interstitial_link","content":"Christian Cooper, the Central Park bird-watcher lands a TV show","url":"https://www.ajc.com/life/celebrities/christian-cooper-the-central-park-bird-watcher-lands-a-tv-show/LRIBKMLJRFHCJMXXIA7O2M7MKU/","_id":"ROOKZUCURZF3HKC4MKX536SDNY","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654008231317,"type":"text","content":"Gorske also keeps track of how many he’s eaten by saving the receipts, writing them on a calendar, and keeping the original boxes as proof that he has eaten it. He’s tried other burgers and chains, but nothing compares to his love for the secret sauce.","_id":"HRVAM2CXOJEJBH2HOJQMWFZ4P4","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654008231318,"type":"text","content":"“I’ll eat a Big Mac every day for the rest of my life. Although, Mary says when the day comes where she has to put it in the blender, it’s over for me,” said Gorske."],"display_date":"2022-06-01T11:40:49.359Z","headlines":"basic":"A man eats a Big Mac a day for over two decades","first_publish_date":"2022-06-01T11:40:49.359Z","taxonomy":{"sections":["path":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","parent":"default":"https://www.ajc.com/","_website":"ajc","parent_id":"https://www.ajc.com/","name":"Aging in Atlanta","description":"Learn from experts about topics including prescription safety, health/fitness, Medicare/Medicaid, in-home care, assisted living placement and more.","_id":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","additional_properties":"original":"parent":"AmpNav":"https://www.ajc.com/","default":"https://www.ajc.com/","BottomNav":null,"SectionMap":"https://www.ajc.com/","ComposerNav":"https://www.ajc.com/","site":"section_comments_enabled":"Yes","site_description":"Learn from experts about topics including prescription safety, health/fitness, Medicare/Medicaid, in-home care, assisted living placement and more.","site_title":"Aging in Atlanta: Live event series","navigation":"nav_title":"Aging in Atlanta","inactive":false,"node_type":"section","_website":"ajc","name":"Aging in Atlanta","_id":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","ancestors":"AmpNav":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"default":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"BottomNav":[],"SectionMap":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"order":"AmpNav":1018,"default":1018,"SectionMap":1035,"ComposerNav":1006,"_website_section_id":"ajc./life/aging-in-atlanta","type":"section","version":"0.6.0"],"primary_section":"path":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","name":"Aging in Atlanta","tags":["text":"rct-content","text":"rct-content-ew","text":"spcontent","text":"sp-aging","text":"health-wellness.ajc","text":"natworld.ajc"]},"type":"story","last_updated_date":"2022-06-01T11:40:49.921Z","promo_items":"basic":"promo_image":"url":"https://d1fegwn2wjh0cs.cloudfront.net/06-27-2020/t_f8cc1eae09404f54aefa592458bd9cd8_name_C062717F45F9411583319C6AD9B9F0B8_scaled.jpg","credits":,"headlines":"basic":"McDonalds Fast (Food) Facts","type":"video","promo_items":"basic":"width":1920,"caption":"McDonalds Fast (Food) Facts","type":"image","url":"https://d1fegwn2wjh0cs.cloudfront.net/06-27-2020/t_f8cc1eae09404f54aefa592458bd9cd8_name_C062717F45F9411583319C6AD9B9F0B8_scaled.jpg","height":1080,"canonical_url":"/life/aging-in-atlanta/a-man-eats-a-big-mac-a-day-for-over-two-decades/EECQPZGFG5AGRCTIQ3DC6VVDGU/","_id":"EECQPZGFG5AGRCTIQ3DC6VVDGU"},{"content_elements":["_id":"GDOXWPWEZJC4HNCEED6KHYXDOM","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145788,"type":"text","content":"Summer’s almost here, and that means it’s time to start thinking about epic summer vacations. While planning is key for all travelers, it can be especially important for seniors who want to ensure the best travel experience. ","_id":"22J3W5EPRNGIJNC6CVNZUJLHUM","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"type":"text","content":"Here are a few tips to make sure your trip runs smoothly:","level":2,"_id":"2RQ4D36I4VEIXHVMDIYC6DOO2E","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145789,"type":"header","content":"Take time to plan","_id":"OHCSWAI7FFBPRNIST2GKDWRSFQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145790,"type":"text","content":"From getting a travel agent to creating a checklist, planning your trip can help avoid problems before the arise. 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Many travel guides recommend keeping your medicines in their original pharmacy bottles instead of packing them in a daily pill box — that way you’ll have the prescription information with you if you need it. ","_id":"ZWGTLEVQHZEIZHLL2Z4L4YN7OQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145796,"block_properties":,"type":"text","content":"If you’re leaving the country, make sure your prescriptions are legal in the country you’re visiting. Many common medicines — including Ritalin, Ambien, Benadryl, Codeine, Vicks and Sudafed — are illegal in other countries. To check the legality of your medicines in your destination country, check with the embassy or consulate of the country.","_id":"XON3OPLZIZHINKGJ7WGYNVS3SA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"block_properties":,"type":"text","content":"Make sure your insurance will cover you in you destination. Medicare is accepted everywhere, but if you have an Advantage plan, you may still face coverage restrictions. If you’re traveling abroad, consider buying travel health insurance. Apart from a few very specific exceptions, Medicare will not cover care received outside the U.S. ","_id":"POUCMMWIUJEPVD4PQZQKFW7BXA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"block_properties":,"type":"text","content":"For longer trips, visit your doctor and dentist before travel. Let your providers know you’ll be traveling."],"level":2,"_id":"I7VZFEZYFNFKJJF2HC3QP4IRSQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145799,"type":"header","content":"Luggage tips","_id":"SH47BT4KMBCA3FA5JZIEU65QIA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145800,"type":"text","content":"There’s nothing worse than airlines losing your luggage. Pack an extra pair of clothes in your carry-on along with all your medicines and other items you’ll need immediate access to. ","_id":"H7VVEHW4ZFB5HMEEM4F3Z3MIMQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"type":"text","content":"Other items to keep in your carry-on include a spare set of glasses, a list of medications and an emergency contact list including your doctor’s information.","_id":"QBF7X6FI4ZEZ3JDKH3K5LYNJNM","additional_properties":"comments":[],"_id":"4YRE6MQ7HJAYZH6VLIBVLKILFE","type":"interstitial_link","content":"Stay alert on your next trip with these travel safety tips","url":"https://www.ajc.com/travel/stay-alert-on-your-next-trip-with-these-travel-safety-tips/IZEINLUWOVBDLL7V3GO2VGPQJI/","level":2,"_id":"MTUTUYO4OZC6FF67I3LK6VC2VE","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145803,"type":"header","content":"Keeping safe","_id":"7QMC6JQXDBFFRFJEGHICZVNW6U","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1654023145804,"type":"text","content":"The aging population is often a target of thieves and pickpockets. Be mindful when out at night and consider taking a buddy with you. Keeping your wallet and other items in a fanny pack or under-the-clothes money belt will deter pickpockets. ","_id":"Q7DMMSI5RZHVLNWYH2L3CKDSNQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"type":"text","content":"Always carry emergency numbers of friends and family, as well as the address and phone number of local police. If you’re traveling overseas, include the contact information of the nearest U.S. Embassy facility. Make sure family and friends know your itinerary.","_id":"FXXX4DYGRRCYRNFPN4RDVPMXRI","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"type":"text","content":"To get specialized news and articles about aging in place, health information and more, sign up for our Aging in Atlanta newsletter."],"display_date":"2022-05-31T19:33:49.091Z","headlines":"basic":"Smooth travel tips for seniors ","first_publish_date":"2022-05-31T19:33:49.091Z","taxonomy":{"sections":["path":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","parent":"default":"https://www.ajc.com/","_website":"ajc","parent_id":"https://www.ajc.com/","name":"Aging in Atlanta","description":"Learn from experts about topics including prescription safety, health/fitness, Medicare/Medicaid, in-home care, assisted living placement and more.","_id":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","additional_properties":"original":"parent":"AmpNav":"https://www.ajc.com/","default":"https://www.ajc.com/","BottomNav":null,"SectionMap":"https://www.ajc.com/","ComposerNav":"https://www.ajc.com/","site":"section_comments_enabled":"Yes","site_description":"Learn from experts about topics including prescription safety, health/fitness, Medicare/Medicaid, in-home care, assisted living placement and more.","site_title":"Aging in Atlanta: Live event series","navigation":"nav_title":"Aging in Atlanta","inactive":false,"node_type":"section","_website":"ajc","name":"Aging in Atlanta","_id":"/life/aging-in-atlanta","ancestors":"AmpNav":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"default":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"BottomNav":[],"SectionMap":["https://www.ajc.com/"],"order":"AmpNav":1018,"default":1018,"SectionMap":1035,"ComposerNav":1006,"_website_section_id":"ajc./life/aging-in-atlanta","type":"section","version":"0.6.0","path":"/travel","parent":"default":"/life","_website":"ajc","parent_id":"/life","name":"Travel","description":"Travel ideas and news from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. 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It’s also common to hear of people who skip an official marriage so they can each retain higher amounts of Supplemental Security Income payments.","_id":"LWETUI3VPFC5PAUQPJIQKHRLI4","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561420,"type":"text","content":"Whether you’ve already filed for benefits or are anticipating doing so in the next few years, be extra careful to check the potential impact on your SSI if you’re contemplating remarriage, wrote Tonya Graser Smith, Board Certified Specialist in Family Law, on the NASDAQ blog.","_id":"VJFJDFILFRFANGW7WE6NLV56EY","additional_properties":"comments":[],"_id":"R43KG7MKQNAS7ADC52B55OSLFQ","type":"interstitial_link","content":"Empower’s top 5 ways to retire without a traditional 401(k)","url":"https://www.ajc.com/life/empowers-top-5-ways-to-retire-without-a-traditional-401k/5WY7ZXIYQRGHVD7UXJKYYOZANE/","_id":"ZBSBCXG77ZC4LMPZYFN47AJL2I","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561421,"type":"text","content":"“There is a maze of laws surrounding Social Security ... and remarriage,” Smith wrote. “Make sure you know them. For example, your 60th birthday is crucial. Get married one day before you turn 60, and you could lose benefits you were entitled to – or may have even already been receiving.”","_id":"3H3KY374AZFFZOCVFCX7NGBREA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561422,"type":"text","content":"It may not sound romantic, but learning how Social Security payments work before tying the knot can pay off in cash and peace of mind.","_id":"WRMUJWPEFRGOVNOUU62IGZR5WA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561423,"type":"text","content":"There are specific considerations for each of these three groups:","level":2,"_id":"ZIAFTY547JHYZMCO4BFEKEAZ5I","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561424,"type":"header","content":"1. Widows and widowers collecting survivor benefits","_id":"Q4UVNR7BXZB2RMB6R5GMOSPDVA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561425,"type":"text","content":"When you’re a widow or widower, you can still collect survivor benefits after you remarry, but only if you’ve attained a certain age before you wed.","_id":"I6ZE73R7MFA2HJXHOPH6FODMVQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653688433543,"type":"text","content":"“Widows and widowers can collect survivor benefits when they reach age 60 (50 if they are disabled), or at any age, if they are caring for a child of the late spouse who is under 16 or disabled,” according to AARP.","level":2,"_id":"T75F4MCL5ZHSBCUEEM3KC6SNGQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1653678561426,"type":"header","content":"2. 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After retiring, I accepted interim local government attorney jobs while the local government searched for its permanent city/county attorney. I have been the Hall County attorney, the DeKalb County attorney and the East Point City attorney. All of these are high-stress jobs, but it was an honor to be called upon. Quilting was always my escape. I would say quilting has made me a balanced human being.","_id":"JJ2EAYCDRBAA7FXILUN4L2FWPQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649173704606,"type":"text","content":"Additionally, I have used quilting as an excuse to travel the world to see quilts and learn other local crafts. My daughter, India, is my travel buddy. That is a joy in itself. We have dyed batiks in Bali, learned paper cutting in Beijing, practiced calligraphy in Dubai, and created beaded jewelry in Kenya.","_id":"VJBKUAJOHZBCXEFBADDHGPYWWQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649173704607,"type":"text","content":"After visiting many quilt exhibits and concluding that African Americans quilters were not adequately represented, I also helped to found the Atlanta Quilt Festival. The festival celebrates African American quilting each August with an exhibit, classes, lectures and vendors. The Atlanta Quit Festival will celebrate its 14th year this year and is now the largest gathering of African American quilters in the country.","_id":"TJM35FR63ZAYRDBBF7TBIHRAVU","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649173704608,"type":"text","content":"The best thing about quilting has been the friends I have made along the way. 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After three years, he found that he didn’t want to leave.","_id":"73ATDNI24NHMZCLUJVE46NYMXI","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649098466667,"type":"text","content":"“I like to joke and say, I couldn’t figure out what I wanted to do when I grew up,” Torrance said. “So, I joined the Army. I was enjoying that, so I sort of took the attitude that I’m just going to keep on doing this until it’s not fun anymore.”","_id":"5QWXYEPEDBB3DE2NGJ7F56KZIQ","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649098466668,"type":"text","content":"“The first instance that I ran into where it wasn’t fun anymore was (when) I had about 14 or 15 years in. And at that point, I was so close to retirement. The beauty about the military is that normally the things that make a particular job unpleasant don’t last. Next thing I know, 30 years had come and gone.”","_id":"Q52UYJ6U6VFOBOOMKGS5KKOXCI","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649098466663,"type":"text","content":"Torrance worked all over the world. His roles included an assistant deputy director for the Bureau of the Political-Military Affairs Middle East at the Pentagon, commander of the 3rd Infantry Division Artillery in Fort Stewart and Iraq, chief of staff in the Army in Bosnia, and a deputy commandant for the U.S. Army War College, among others. Additionally, Torrance performed combat duty twice from 1991 to 1992 for Operations Desert Shield and Storm, and in 2003 for Operation Iraqi Freedom.","_id":"EQSQAVLTWNGB5JGZSLC5NGP2FY","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649098466664,"type":"text","content":"“What you’re doing today is going to impact 5, 10 or 15 years from now,” Torrance said. “I think it’s also transformed me. (By) living in as many places, we have been exposed to different people, different cultures, different attitudes … and that has made me better as a person all-around.”","_id":"O2G3YOE4BFEYRNJTCZ5DEJZ3KA","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649098466665,"type":"text","content":"“It’s made me now — in my post-service life — more willing and created a sort of a desire to give back to the community,” he said.","_id":"QN3NSAHVJRDDJPMCIUQGHYMUPU","additional_properties":"inline_comments":[],"comments":[],"_id":1649428745928,"type":"text","content":"“Despite living in a number of different places, I wasn’t particularly involved in community activities and volunteer activities, and now I do quite a bit of that. 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