To empower adults to explore the world's places, peoples, cultures and ideas, and in so doing to discover more about themselves.

Road Scholar is the new name for the programs of Elderhostel, Inc., a not-for-profit organization founded in 1975 to provide lifelong learning opportunities at a remarkable value for adults. Today, Elderhostel has evolved as an organization, and so have our programs and participants. Since our first programs at five colleges and universities in New Hampshire in 1975, today's Road Scholar programs include an extraordinary range of topics, formats and locations in every state in the U.S., in more than 90 countries, and aboard ships and sailing vessels on waterways throughout the world. The "hostel" lodging of more than 30 years ago has given way to today's comfortable hotels, inns and other more luxurious yet affordable accommodations. At the heart of today’s organization are the participants, who are lifelong learners engaged in programs that foster camaraderie and a sense of community.

Educational Adventures
Interactive learning experiences
Fellowship & camaraderie
Intergenerational programs