I agree with granny23 and think that Nerja [Spain] would be a good first holiday abroad. We have been there twice recently.A small town, easy to get around and right on the coast.Friendly, and most people there speak English.Lots of little streets full of shops to explore, and tons of places to sit out and have a coffee.A lot of older people seem to like the town, and it feels safe.You can walk as much or as little as you want.The hotel we stayed in was right by the sea,and if you go with Thompsons or a company like that there will be coach tours to go on[if you like to do that.]In September it will be hot [guaranteed] and although I love Lake Garda [In Italy] in September you could get rain and mists.