Last updated on November 25th, 2024
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Will Travel for Food: Food Tours for Solo Women
Not only do food tours give insight into a culture, they are a great way for solo women to connect with locals and other travellers.
JourneyWoman Webinar: Less-Travelled India and Asia on August 27, 2024
Join our August 27 India and Asia webinar to learn more about lesser known places from experts in our JourneyWoman Women’s Travel Directory.
Where to Stay in Paris: Recommendations From Solo Women
Women share their top choices on where to stay in Paris, France, including hotels, hostels, and affordable options across the city.
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.
Pip William’s “The Dictionary of Lost Words” Shows How Language Shapes our World
Our October 2023 Book of the Month, “The Dictionary of Lost Words”, explores the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary and how words mean different things to men and women.
Kenyan Photographer Martha Mutiso Captures Mothers in the Wild
Kenyan photographer Martha Mutiso captures tender moments of Africa’s magnificent wildlife, celebrating mothers in all their forms.
Going Psycho: Lessons from My Travels at Home
Inspired by the idea of ‘psychogeography, when we take time to slow down and experience things, we can discover extraordinary things close to home.
Going to Venice? Learn How to Row Like a Venetian!
Meet Jane Caporal of Row Venice, who is dedicated to preserving the ancient tradition of rowing with her all-woman company.
Venice Travel Tips for Women Over 80
Venice is not the most mobile-friendly city. Explore safely and in comfort with these Venice travel tips for women over 80.
Magical and Medieval: A Long Weekend Break in Edinburgh
Visiting London? Why not take a long weekend break in Edinburgh, one of those magical cities that can be enjoyed year-round.
Accessible Istanbul: A Wheelchair Wanderer’s Stopover
As a solo traveler in a wheelchair, Tanzila Khan discovers that Istanbul is a true testament to inclusivity, with many attractions and public spaces designed to accommodate everyone.
Why Kayaking is a Super Adventure Sport for Women in a Wheelchair
Our Accessible Travel writer Tanzila Khan discovers that kayaking is possible for adventurous women in a wheelchair, in Stockholm, Sweden.
Adventures in Ecuador: Stepping Outside my Comfort Zone
Adventures in Ecuador’s Amazon Basin, the Andes and the Galapagos Islands show us that travel is a two-way relationship.
Maria Dueñas’ Wartime Spy Novel “The Time In Between” Travels Back to 1930s Tangiers
In Maria Duenas’ “The Time In Between”, we learn about the Spanish Civil War from the perspective of a seamstress turned skillful spy.
“Brightening My Corner”: Ruth Malloy’s Memoir Shares Dreams Fulfilled
Chinese-Canadian journalist Ruth Lor Malloy, 91, shares her life’s work to foster intercultural dialogue and justice for marginalized groups.
Early-Bird Solo Travel Discounts From Trafalgar and Insight Vacations for 2024
Make the most of these 2024 early-bird booking deals discount deals with Trafalgar Tours and Insight Vacations.
The Wisconsin You Don’t Know: More than Cheese
While Wisconsin is known for pastoral landscapes and cheese, Northern Wisconsin offers women a wild and magnificent place to visit.
A Stroll Through Five Glorious Gardens in France
Five spectacular gardens in France, including Versailles, the Monet Gardens at Giverny, and Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in southern France.
Secrets of Stratford, Ontario for Solo Women: More than Shakespeare
A quick trip from Toronto, Stratford, Ontario is a welcoming place for a solo getaway for women who enjoy arts and culinary experiences.
