Gap Years for "Retirees"

3 months abroad. Your own pace. People around when you want them.

15 minutes to figure out if it's a fit — no pressure, no pitch

Built for solo travellers. No single supplement.

Our pioneer Kay

"I've been looking for this for 10 years. Nothing spoke to me until DECADES."

— Kay, 65, Worcestershire

This is for you if…

You're retired or nearly there, but slowing down isn't the plan
You want to travel but don't want to do it alone the whole time
You'd rather stay somewhere for weeks than tick off 10 sights in 10 days
You're done with coach tours but not ready to just wing it alone either

How it works

Like living
Abroad

With months to play with, this will feel like living abroad – time to settle in, establish your rituals (from your favourite coffee spot to yoga class) and properly unpack.

Handpicked travel
buddies

6-12 people we select. Everyone 50+ and good craic. Explore what interests you, then join them for dinner to debrief afterwards. If you fancy.

Solo travel
freedom

You know what you like – this is very much your trip. We sort accommodation, travel days, and weekly time together for an adventure of sorts. Other than that, the time's your own.

24/7
backup

One of our people on WhatsApp for backup locally and to help with logistics – stays, travel days, whatever comes up. Otherwise, you're left to your own devices.

Our Kind of People

Solo travellers in their 50s, 60s and 70s who know exactly how they like to travel. With a backpack, without the hostels.

Maggie one of our pioneers

Maggie, 61

Bradford upon Avon

Likes mountains, red wine, and her own room.

"You're only young once. I just thought I would do it and it's been really special so far."

Sue one of our pioneers
Sue, 67

Derbyshire

Retired English teacher. Goes for a run the morning she lands.

"I couldn't believe it when I saw the ad — I was so excited I couldn't sleep!"

Arthur one of our pioneers
Arthur, 65

Cambridgeshire

Six-week solo trips, motor homes, trains. Wants somewhere he can't read the signs.

"It's been really luxurious versus my expectations."

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Meet Laura, founder of DECADES

You've spent decades building a life. Now it's yours. Here's why Laura started DECADES.

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Financial protection

Your money is held in a trust account managed by Protected Trust Services until your trip departs.

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Ready to figure out if it's for you?

Book a free 15-minute discovery call. No pressure, no pitch — just a conversation to see if DECADES is the right fit for where you're at.

Your money is protected through our Protected Trust Services membership.