Last updated on April 24th, 2024
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The best countries for women over 50 to visit, from women who have been where you want to go
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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.
Travel Experts Share Hidden Gems in Canada
Travel industry experts share 15 hidden gems in Canada, including small towns, provincial parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
How a Transformational Retreat in Quebec City Kickstarted my Midlife Reinvention
For women in midlife, a transformational retreat can be an empowering, life-altering experience, as Carolyn Ray discovers at Le Monastère des Augustines in Quebec City.
The Joys of Being Stranded — More Than Once—in Labrador
You might wonder what there to do in a tiny community of about 300 people in Rigolet, the oldest Intuit community in Labrador. Plenty, as it turns out.
The Raptor Woman: Dr. Darcy Ogada is Saving Kenya’s Iconic Birds of Prey
As director of The Peregrine Fund-Africa, Darcy Ogada is working to save Kenya’s raptors – from falcons to eagles – from extinction.
Travel By Book: 12 Countries Solo Women Love
TripFiction’s Tina Hartas helps us travel by book to 12 countries that solo women plan to visit in 2023, from Africa to Peru.
Abi Daré’s Book “The Girl With the Louding Voice” Inspires Hope
Abi Daré’s debut novel, “The Girl With the Louding Voice”, is the unforgettable story of Adunni, a 14-year-old Nigerian girl.
Safe and Affordable Countries for Senior Women to Travel Solo
We invited experienced female solo travellers over 50 to share their first-hand advice on safe and affordable countries for seniors.
Insights into Kenya’s Endangered Cheetahs, From Mary Wykstra, founder of Action for Cheetahs
In Africa, the cheetah population is dwindling as they are captured as pets, killed over conflict and suffering from land use and climate change.
Five Awe-Inspiring Sculpture Parks Near New York City
These five stunning sculpture parks near New York City offer women affordable and accessible cultural excursions in natural spaces.
Ten Great Books Set in The Mediterranean
These ten books set in the Mediterranean will have you planning travels to less-travelled islands like Alba, Crete and Sardinia in no time!
How to Travel in Your Own Backyard: Las Vegas, Nevada
Diana Eden shows how to travel in your own backyard and discovers quirky towns, Wild West folklore and outright odd places around Nevada.
What to Know for Your First Solo Trip to Kyoto, Japan
Practical tips on etiquette, safety and less-seen places in Kyoto, from Rebecca Copeland, author of the novel “The Kimono Tattoo”.
Travel to Japan with Rebecca Copeland’s Suspenseful Novel “The Kimono Tattoo”
Set in Kyoto, Japan, Rebecca Copeland’s thriller “The Kimono Tattoo” shows a deep reverence for Japanese culture.
Four Small, Quirky Towns in the Heart of the Ozarks
Karen Gershowitz recounts her visit to the Ozarks and four quirky towns including Bentonville, Fayetteville, Eureka Springs and Branson.
When and Where to go For Your First Safari in Africa
Expert advice on when and where to go to Africa, from Angola to Zimbabwe, from safari expert Leslie Nevison at Mama Tembo Tours. (sponsored).
