In Great Britain, the government offers seniors reduced admission for world-class attractions such as Windsor Castle, Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey, among others. It always pays to ask when paying admission or making your ticket arrangements. Don't be shy about your age here or it could cost you quite a bit of money.

Another attribute of travel in Great Britain that is well-known is the network of trains serving England, Wales and Scotland.

You can purchase a Senior Rail Card that affords a one-third discount on most tickets (check to see if your travel times coincide -- generally, rush hour travel in the London region is excluded). The pass is sold to travelers age 60 and above and costs £28 for one year or £65 for a three years.

If you buy a BritRail Pass from Rail Europe, remember that every member of your party age 60 or older receives a discount.