Last updated on November 25th, 2024
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Accessible Adventures in Albania: An Off-Season Road Trip is Full of Surprises
A off-season road trip through the southern part of Albania showcases stunning coastal villages, ancient ruins, and picturesque landscapes
Riding Solo: Active Travel for Women Over 50
For women over 50 who want to stay active while travelling, group cycling trips offer a way to make connections while seeing the world.
Destin, Florida, an Undiscovered Gem on the “Emerald Coast”
Located on Florida’s west coast, Destin has evolved from a sleepy fishing village to a safe, accessible place for older women to enjoy white sand beaches and an active lifestyle.
The Widows of Malabar Hill, Based on the Story of India’s First Female Lawyer
Inspired in part by a real woman who became India’s first female lawyer, The Widows of Malabar Hill brings us to 1920s Bombay.
New Zealand’s Wild West: Untamed Wilderness on the South Island
Running down the spine of the South Island of New Zealand is the Southern Alps and the untamed wilderness of rainforest and wetlands – think the wild west!
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.
Can You Master Menopause? A Menopause Retreat in Costa Rica Jumpstarts Joy
A menopause retreat in Costa Rica teaches women how to embrace a positive mindset, spiritual health, good nutrition and exercise.
From High Heels to Hiking Boots: How I Reinvented My Life to Travel Full Time
JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray shares her ongoing journey of reinvention and advice on how women can travel full time.
An Ode to Volunteers: Inspiring Lessons from the ‘July Project’ in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Acknowledging the volunteers and ‘heavenly invisibles’ who make our travels possible and are the backbones of our communities.
“The Joy of Exploring Gardens” by Lonely Planet: A New Travel Guide for Garden Lovers
“The Joy of Exploring Gardens” by Lonely Planet takes readers on a journey to some of the world’s most uplifting gardens.
Highlights From 21 Epic Days on a Swan Hellenic Expedition Cruise: Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Djibouti and Socotra
Highlights from 21 days of adventure on Swan Hellenic’s SH Diana expedition cruise ship, in Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Djibouti and Socotra.
A Brave New World of Expedition Cruising to the Middle East and Africa
A 21-day expedition cruise from the Suez Canal to the Indian Ocean is an opportunity to see less-travelled places and embrace new adventures.
With “Nature Swagger”, Rue Mapp Writes a Love Letter to the Outdoors — And Invites Us to Find Joy in Nature
Outdoor Afro Founder and CEO Rue Mapp, winner of the 2023 JourneyWoman Award for lifetime achievement, talks about her hope for the future and her book, Nature Swagger.
Beer, Chocolate and Fries Anyone? Where and What to Eat in Flanders, Belgium
Discover what to eat in Flanders, Belgium with some of the world’s best beer, chocolate and fries. Dine, slurp and drown in butter, cream and farm-fresh food.
Can You Walk the Camino de Santiago Without a Phone: Hello, Anyone?
Once upon a time, not too long ago, pilgrims could walk the Camino de Santiago without a reservation and a phone. But is it possible now?
Lisa See’s “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women” Celebrates the Bonds Between Women
Meet bestselling author Lisa See, Author, “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women”, at our November 15 Book Club.
Why Travel on a Small Ship: Sustainability, Service and Less-Travelled Places Top My List
For women, the benefits of small ship travel include sustainability, access to less-travelled places and a more personalized experience that includes safety and hygiene.
No Single Supplement on Selected 2023-24 Antarctica Sailings with Swan Hellenic
Swan Hellenic announces exclusive no single supplement travel deals on selected Antarctica expedition sailings.
The Galapagos Islands: Protecting Ecuador’s “Living Laboratory of Evolution”
A small ship expedition to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands is an opportunity to witness some of the world’s most spectacular wildlife, while learning first-hand about evolution and adaptation.
Pink Dolphins, Piranhas and Parrots in Ecuador’s Amazon Rainforest
In Ecuador’s Amazon, adventure awaits with pink dolphins, piranhas and tarantulas that blend into the night.
With the War in Israel, Where is it Safe to Travel Right Now?
With the war in Israel, should we travel to Egypt and Jordan? How to stay safe and alternatives to travel in other regions around the world.
