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Carolyn Ray
“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire” – Unknown
As the CEO and Editor of JourneyWoman, Carolyn is a passionate advocate for women’s travel and living the life of your dreams. She leads JourneyWoman’s team of writers and chairs the JourneyWoman Women’s Advisory Council and Women’s Speaker’s Bureau. In March 2023, she was named one of the most influential women in travel by TravelPulse and was the recipient of a SATW travel writing award in September 2023.
She has been featured in the New York Times, The Toronto Star and Zoomer as a solo travel expert, and speaks at women’s travel conferences around the world. She is the chair of the Canadian chapter of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), a board member for the Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance (CHEA) in support of Black and Brown businesses, a member of Women’s Travel Leaders and a Herald for the Transformational Travel Council (TTC). In 2012 she was ranked among the top 100 Female Entrepreneurs in Canada; she’s also a Co-Active Life Coach and proud mom of Alyxandra. Sometimes she sleeps. A bit.
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Travel with Purpose: Volunteering at a Turtle Conservation Project in Costa Rica Makes My Dream Real
As a volunteer on a turtle conservation project in Costa Rica with Conservation VIP, I fulfilled a long-held dream to help baby turtles.
My Eye-Opening Journey Through Belfast on a Black Cab Tour
A Black Cab tour along Belfast’s International Wall tells the story of Northern Ireland’s journey towards peace and is a must-see for any curious traveller.
Transforming an Abandoned Quarry Into a Vineyard: A Story of Sustainability in Mallorca
On the wine-producing island of Mallorca, Spain, entrepreneur Virginia Pones is bringing an abandoned quarry back to life as a winery, reviving her husband’s family business.
Go Your Own Way: A Self-Guided Trip to Scotland and Ireland is Full of Magical Moments
If the thought of following a tour guide on a structured itinerary isn’t your style, a self-guided trip might be the perfect solution for independent women travellers.
Finding Your ‘Sisters’ Through Travel: Sisterhood Travels Helps Widows and Solo Women Build Self-Confidence
After her husband and long-time travel partner passed away, Stacey Ray started Sisterhood Travel to help other women build their confidence through travel.
Catania, Sicily, the Island of Dreams and Legends
Catania, Sicily offers rocky volcanic coastlines, where treasures of the ancient world sit next to Baroque monuments and charming villages.
Alcohol-Free Travel: A Different (and Healthier) Kind of Journey
With the growth of de-alcoholized beers, mocktails and sparkling wine, there’s never been a better to time to try alcohol-free travel.
Need a Nap? Airport Sleep Pods May Be The Answer
For the weary traveller, an airport sleep pod can be a safe place for solo women to sleep during a layover or delayed flight.
Seeking More Purposeful Travel? A Travel Coach May be the Answer
JourneyWoman and The Travel Coach Network partner to provide women with new revenue streams while helping travellers reach their goals.
Travel Industry: Ignore Women Over 50 ‘at Your Peril’, Longevity Expert Says at IWTTF 2024
Older women have been ignored by every sector, despite their representing a massive share of purchasing power, says longevity expert Avivah Wittenberg-Cox.
Getting Naked In Japan: A Journey Out of My Comfort Zone
Adventure travel and cultural immersion teach valuable lessons in a women-only trip to lesser-travelled areas of Japan.
Sustainable Train Travel: A Breathtaking Journey Through the Swiss Alps
On Trafalgar Travel’s first ‘Swisstainable’ train tour, women can experience Switzerland’s most iconic train journeys and travel sustainably.
Solo in Switzerland’s Prettiest City: Lucerne is Full of Surprises
Not only is Lucerne the prettiest city in Switzerland, it’s a safe, welcoming place for a solo getaway in Europe.
Practical Tips for Women to Prepare for Long-Term Travel
There’s nothing more exciting than being on the road for months, but planning for a longer trip requires some preparation to keep costs down and travel safely and well.