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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 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 mom of Alyxandra. Sometimes she sleeps. A bit.
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Read the latest from Carolyn
Volunteering With World Central Kitchen on a Farm in Puerto Rico
As JourneyWomen, we have an opportunity to create a positive impact in the world when we travel. Being in Puerto Rico post-Maria gave me the chance to do just that.
Strolling the Blue Cobbled Streets of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Old San Juan’s cobblestone streets, restaurants, key sights and beaches make it one of our favourite places in Puerto Rico.
How to Get Off the Beaten Path Beyond Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
10 travel tips to go beyond Old San Juan and discover more of Puerto Rico’s history, cuisine and beautiful beaches.
Puerto Rico’s Secret: Pride, Resilience and Community Makes It Special
From San Juan to Vieques to Ponce, Puerto Rico, I saw signs of pride, resilience and community.
Step back into Spanish history in Ponce, Puerto Rico
Located on the southern coast of Puerto Rico, Ponce is often referred to as La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South) or La Ciudad de los Leones (City of Lions).
Why the Island of Vieques is the Best Kept Secret in Puerto Rico: Bioluminescent Bays, Beaches and More
The island of Vieques, Puerto Rico is located about eight miles offshore, offering stunning views, unique beaches and a welcoming vibe.
First-Time Travel Tips for Key West, Florida
First-hand tips for women to enjoy Key West, Florida, including experiences, restaurants and accommodations.
Preparing and Planning for an Earthquake: Safety Tips
Carolyn Ray shares the tips she learned for preparing for an earthquake while travelling to countries prone to natural disaster.
2020 Travel Trends from the New York Times Travel Show
In January 2020, I spent three days at the New York Times Travel Show, where women’s safety, responsible travel, river cruising and emerging destinations were among the hot trends.
Books Recommended by Women That Inspire Travel
From across the globe, JourneyWoman readers submit their favorite travel-centric reads for our women’s travel book club.
Falling in Love at Florida’s Turtle Hospital
The Turtle Hospital is the first veterinary hospital for turtles in the world, with 2,000 rescued turtles since it was founded.
Discovering Key West’s Literary Secrets: From Hemingway to Judy Blume
From Hemingway to Judy Blume, there’s much to explore in the rich and somewhat secret literary history of Key West, Florida.
Eyes open in Patagonia: The Breathtaking Consequences of Climate Change
A visit to Argentina’s Southern Patagonian ice fields and Glaciar Perito Moreno reveals the effects and consequences of climate change.
Can One JourneyWoman Change the World?
As JourneyWomen, we have an important role to play in making our world better through travel. We can impact generations to come – together, as a unified force.