Last updated on April 24th, 2024
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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.
Discovering the Musée Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech, Morocco
Morocco is a banquet of colour, and the Museé Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech is a vibrant example of the city’s best blues.
Solo Travel Over 80: Women 85+ Share Their Travel Secrets
Three female solo travel trailblazers – all over the age of 85 – share their travel tales and sage advice for the next generation.
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.
Alone in Alaska – An eight-week solo trip to the North
n early 2018, I bought a Ford Transit Connect minivan with dreams of taking some epic road trips. I soon equipped it with a comfy memory foam bed and started setting out on road trips of increasing length…
She Dresses Smart in Iran anything goes under her coat…
Before visiting Iran, I did my culturally correct clothing research and found out about the chador, the “traditional” Iranian dress for women
24 Things a Woman Should Know Before Visiting Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe is a small, intimate city that offers way more than you probably expect from a city this size. Nicknamed The City Different, it offers world-class music and art and a sophisticated dining scene.
How to Avoid Delhi Belly: A Guide to Traveller’s Diarrhea
Expert tips for women to avoid Delhi Belly or traveller’s diarrhea from Dr. Mark Wise, a specialist in travel medicine.
20 Things Women Should Know Before Visiting Jordan…
Brianne travelled to Jordan and shares of her observations to help other women planning to travel to this part of the world.
Packing Tips for a Woman’s Trip to Italy
Susan Van Allen, author of ‘100 Places In Italy Every Woman Should Go‘ tells us what she puts in her suitcase when she sets out for Italy.
The Secrets of Shopping in Montreal: a Bargain Hunter’s Paradise
Any gal looking for shopping in Montreal will be very pleased to know about its secret bargain shopping area, from local Sandra Phillips.
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.
A Taste of Mexico From Chef Jose Hadad
Jose Hadad, Chef and founder of Mad Mexican restaurant, shares a taste of Mexico with this traditional recipe, along with a wine pairing from expert Erin Henderson, Founder of The Wine Sisters.
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.
Living la Pura Vida in Costa Rica: A Solo Traveller’s Adventure
It’s a hot morning in Montezuma, Costa Rica and the walk down the hill to the village is agony…
How has solo travel transformed you? We ask, you share.
This holiday season, we asked you, our Journeywomen sisters, to tell us about the times when you’ve felt transformed during solo travel. And oh my, did you deliver. We are proud to share your stories
