I've learned that traveling the world with my 83-year-old father comes with surprises and challenges. Rachel Friem Over the past five years, my family and I have traveled the world with my 83-year-old father. I've learned to respect his autonomy and prioritize his must-see spots for each trip. The photos I treasure most aren't of glaciers or pyramids, they're of him. My 83-year-old father, an avid traveler for decades, has visited over 80 countries. And over the past five years, my family and