Here is an article I found that might be helpful to you:

http://seniortravel.about.com/od/tourgroups/tp/Tours-for-Singles.htm

First off, let me say that I am sorry for your recent loss. There are many people that travel alone so you would not be the only one doing so. However, If I were in your shoes, I would feel more comfortable being part of a group vs traveling alone. My husband and I cruise frequently and there have been many occasions when our dinner companions have been single/widowed and traveling alone. There has never been an issue w/ anyone being uncomfortable sitting w/ a group and feeling like a 3rd wheel. Everyone gets to participate in the dinner conversation so it doesn't really matter unless it makes you feel uncomfortable. However, if you were cruising you would pay the same rate for your cabin as a single vs a couple. If this is something you think you might be interested in check out a few cruise lines and itineries to see where you might like to travel. Doing a European cruise would give you the opportunity to mingle and meet others in your age bracket. There are so many activities onboard a ship that you would not feel as alone as you think. There are book clubs, cards, lectures, etc. onboard a ship.

If this is not something you are interested in, then look for a travel group such as those mentioned in the above website. My sister is a widow and when we travel we invite her to go with us. Sometimes she has a friend that will accompany her but she has traveled alone with my husband and I.

Here is another website I found:

http://www.bestsingletravel.com/Single_Trips_-_Vacations.html
They have some great itineries on this site.

So just decide on your destination and go ahead and take the plunge. Good luck.

I am sorry to hear about your loss, however, no reason not to travel! I know one recently widowed woman who has been doing a lot of Rick Steves' tours. I am divorced, not widowed, and a senior, and I travel independently. Perhaps you don't want to start out on solo trips, but do bear the possibility in mind.

However, I don't cruise. That's largely because I get bored on boats, and hate the idea of arriving in an interesting town with hundreds or thousands of other cruisers just for a few hours, but also because of the extra cost of cruising solo. You also need to watch out for single supplements if you take tours.

We loved a Road Scholar (aka Elderhostel) trip; there were couples and singles. Different sets of friends have liked Grand Circle and OAT (Overseas Adventure Travel).

My single retired friend travels every year with Elderhostel (renamed recently). Her groups are always nicely mixed. She's been all kinds of interesting places. I've encouraged her to travel solo, but she is more comfortable going with a group. I think Rick Steves is another good suggestion.

I am sorry for your loss.

Thank you all, first for the great information you have imparted, secondly for your very kind and thoughtful sentiments. I will consider all of your advice and look forward to investigating further the above-mentioned sites.
Much, much thanks!

I too was widowed 7 years ago.My husband and I took lovely trips each year. Many times we would see a single person dining alone and we would ask if they would like to join us. It usually turned into a lovely evening for us and the new friend we met.
I decided to continue traveling solo since the idea of a regimented trip does not appeal to me.
I am now 82 years young and absolutely loving my trips.I do miss my husband in my travels but on each trip i go to a place we vacationed in together and a new place.
I usually go to Europe for a 6 week trip, rent apartments and just absorb as much of the local life style as possible.
I urge you to try some trips either with a group or solo,
You will probably love the experience.

My father was recently widowed three years ago and he and my mother travelled all the time. He is looking to go on a nice trip, but would like to go with a senior travel group. Thank you for posting this information.

Well, I get encourage to explore myself! thank you! I really going to try, however, also want, last try, to find a TRAVEL ROOMMATE, means, to share cabin in a cruise, to pay base in double occupancy, I have in mind a cruise in May Barcelone to Venice or Venice/ Barcelone, 12 days, I will prefer a lady, but if respectful person, can be a decent man...please no think weird things, I am decent lady 56, looking for a travel roommate is all...if interested let me know ASP to discuss conditions,THANK YOU! Irna.

l am a recent widow of 2months and not a senior yet . is there vacation trips that a person can go with a group around their age . its been a very long time for me doin anything

donna - sorry for your loss. You don't give your age, but once you get past the under-35 age band, there is not much aimed at a specific age group, aside from what is now Road Scholars (US), and Saga (UK). If you want to go with a group, more important to look at the size of group, reputation and destination. If you are reasonably active Rick Steves is a reasonable starting point for Europe. If you have lots of money you might look at Tauck.