With more women travelling solo, TTC’s Melissa DaSilva seeks to empower women with safe, affordable and sustainable women-only tours.
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Carolyn Ray
A passionate traveller, Carolyn believes anything is possible when we follow our heart and trust our intuition. Raised in Florida, Carolyn loves all things Latin, margaritas, the ocean and music. She's a board member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), a member of the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) and the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA).
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Solo Travel On Your Own Terms: How to Get Started
Experienced solo travellers share their candid advice to help aspiring first-timers take the first step into solo travel.
Alka Joshi’s “The Henna Artist” Takes Us To 1950s Jaipur, India
Alka Joshi’s debut novel “The Henna Artist” brings 1950s Rajasthan to life with themes of freedom and independence that connect all women.
What to Pack for a Backcountry Horseback Riding Trip
Packing for a horseback riding trip has its own challenges, particularly in the remote backcountry of the Canadian Rockies.
Reinvigorate Your Taste Buds at These Oaxacan Restaurants
Enjoy all the fresh cuisine you can in Oaxaca, Mexico — from street food to upscale rooftop restaurants, you’ll love every bite.
Oaxaca, Mexico: A Safe, Magical Place For Women to Wander
Seven experiences for women in Oaxaca, Mexico, where creativity and community go hand in hand plus first-hand tips on where to stay and eat.
Five Women-Friendly Places to Stay in Oaxaca, Mexico
From hostels to boutique bed and breakfasts, a selection of safe places for women to stay in Oaxaca, Mexico, to fit any budget and style.
Exploring Nova Scotia’s Less-Travelled Lighthouse Route
Nova Scotia may be Canada’s second-smallest province, but there are many stories to be shared along its southwestern Lighthouse Route.
Journey to the Back Woods of Cape Cod in “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller
Set in the back woods of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Heller’s ‘The Paper Palace’ shares a story that unfolds over 24 hours and across 50 years.
Soak in Nova Scotia’s Charm at Peggy’s Cove, Now Accessible to All
Nova Scotia’s iconic Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is now fully accessible with its new award-winning viewing platform.
25+ Things You’ll Find Different About Mexico
Observations from four months in Mexico to help you enjoy the little differences including etiquette, tipping, driving and shopping.
A Call for Change: 2022 JourneyWoman Award Recipient Anna Pollock on Regenerative Travel
2022 JourneyWoman Award winner Anna Pollock on regenerative thinking, sustainable travel and how women can contribute to positive change.
Expert Solo Travel Safety Tips for Young Women
Practical travel safety tips to help young women plan and prepare for their first solo trip, covering physical to online safety.
Set in Cambodia, “In the Shadow of the Banyan”, is a Novel of Hope and Resilience
Our June Book of the Month is Vaddey Ratner’s novel “In the Shadow of the Banyan”, a story of hope and resilience set in Cambodia.
How This Woman is Making the World Safer for Women
Women’s safety advocate Tracey Breeden shares how women can protect themselves against online harassment, which data shows is intensifying.
