Last updated on April 24th, 2024
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Where to Stay in New York City: Recommendations From Solo Women
Women share their top choices on where to stay in New York City, including hotels, hostels, and affordable options across the city.
Finding Peace and Adventure in the Fable-like Town of Pitlochry, Scotland
With hiking trails that snake around in scenic spaghetti strands, the charming town of Pitlochry, Scotland has more urban walks, gardens, bookstores, pubs and sweet cafes than you’ll have an appetite for.
Journey to the Heart of Malaysia through its Breakfast Culture
Malaysia’s Breakfast Culture features staple foods beloved by all Malaysians, fostering unity and harmony within its multi-ethnic societies.
30 of the Best Solo Travel Tips from Our Readers (May 2024)
JourneyWoman readers share their best travel tips from May 2024, including packing, safety and inspiring places to visit as a 50+ woman.
Celebrate JourneyWoman’s 30th Anniversary on a Northern Lights Expedition Cruise with Hurtigruten in December 2024
Celebrate JourneyWoman’s 30th anniversary on a Northern Lights expedition cruise in Norway with Hurtigruten in December 2024. Prices discounted until July 15.
Falling in Love with the Hilltop Villages of France’s Luberon… Again
On a small group women’s trip in the Luberon, France, we connect around art, food, sustainability, and the sheer natural beauty of Provence.
Why Women Should Visit Las Vegas, Nevada (From a Local)
Diana Eden says her home of Las Vegas, Nevada has much to offer women over 50, with its energy and ability to constantly reinvent itself.
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 Travel Tips for Japan for Women 50+
For your next trip to Japan, have a small change purse ready, practice bowing and other travel tips from women who have been there.
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.
JourneyWoman Webinar: Less-Travelled South America on June 25
Join our June 25 webinar to learn more about lesser known places in South America from experts in our JourneyWoman Women’s Travel Directory.
America’s Hidden Gems: Explore Santa Monica with Kimberley Seldon
Designer, broadcaster, writer and owner of Business by Design, Kimberley Seldon shares her hometown travel tips for Santa Monica, California, with hidden gems for women over 50 to explore.
Why Women Should Visit Nairobi, Kenya (From a Local)
Kenyan Rupi Mangat says her home of Nairobi, Africa has much to offer women over 50, because it’s modern, cosmopolitan and vibrant.
Why Women Should Travel to Montreal, Quebec (From a Local)
Sandra Phillips says her home of Montreal, Quebec has much offer women over 50, largely because of its diversity.
Why Women Should Travel to Quebec City, Canada (From a Local)
Pamela MacNaughtan says her home of Montreal, Quebec has much offer women over 50, including the food, culture, and neighbourhoods.
Thinking About Train Travel? Expert Tips from the Man in Seat 61
Train travel tips and advice from Mark Smith, the Man in Seat 61, to plan and prepare for train travel just about anywhere.
JourneyWoman Webinar Series: Less-Travelled North America on May 28
Join our May 28 webinar to learn more about lesser known places in North America from experts in our JourneyWoman Women’s Travel Directory.
Remembering the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on the Beaches of Normandy
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives so that we could be free.
Why Women Should Go To New York City, New York (From a Local)
JourneyWoman writer Karen Gershowitz shares why her home of New York City is a fantastic destination for solo women travellers over 50.
JourneyWoman’s 30th Anniversary Kicks Off in Toronto on June 14
Celebrations for JourneyWoman’s 30th anniversary start on June 14 at Toronto’s Bata Shoe Museum, honouring Evelyn Hannon and her red boots.
Seduced by Sicily: How Palermo Captured my Heart
With Middle Eastern, North African, Spanish, Greek and Italian influences, Palermo, Sicily, is one of those places that captures your heart.
Ostuni, Italy: Wanders in Puglia’s Magical ‘White City’ in the Off Season
Off-season adventures in the magical ‘white city’ of Ostuni, in Puglia, Italy, which overlooks the Adriatic Sea and olive farms.
Understanding French Culture Through Food: How to Find the Right Food Tour in Paris, France
In France or elsewhere, finding a good food tour introduces us to local cuisine, but also offers us a peek into the history.
Travel That Teaches: Enriching our Lives Through Immersive Travel Experiences
When we dive into the deep end of a culture, we can create a never-to-be-forgotten experience that enriches our lives and enhances our understanding.
