Elderhostel has been doing educational travel since 1975.
They just changed their name to Exploritas. A business name change after 35 years? Lose all that name recognition? That had to be a tough decision.
Why did they do it? According to President James Moses, their audience of active, engaged, lifelong learners did not identify themselves as “elder.” (Guess I’m not the only one who doesn’t want to be called elder.)
Also Moses says that hostel no longer conveyed the many types of accommodations in their programs.
So Elderhostel became Exploritas.
Whatever they call themselves, this nonprofit is still a fabulous resource. Currently they are offering almost 8000 tours in all 50 states plus 90 countries. On what seems an infinite array of subjects.
Want to travel with others and be tour guided by experts? If you can’t find something here that interests you . . . well, are you sure you’re still breathing? 
Where would you love to go? What would you love to do? Click Comments below, scroll down to the form, and tell us.
I wouldn’t know where to start! I want to go everywhere and do everything. I am passionate about women’s affairs; the environment; indigenous peoples; music; art; dance; science. It all fascinates me. I love learning new things. I would love to be a student for the rest of my life. The reason I didn’t get a PhD is because it would have been too specialized for me; I couldn’t decide on one focus
Comment by Ruth — November 22, 2009 @ 10:37 amCuriosity, passion, & learning — those are great attributes for living welll at any age, aren’t they?
Comment by Bonnie — November 23, 2009 @ 4:25 pm