Last updated on January 7th, 2023
JourneyWoman’s Guide to Solo Travel in
Africa
Best Places for Women 50+
Women in Travel: Meet Yumi Yamane, Leopard Researcher in Kenya
Leopard researcher Yumi Yamane has dedicated her life to understanding the behaviour of leopards in Nairobi, Kenya.
Travel by Book to Tangier, Morocco with “Tangerine” by Christine Mangan
For our March 2023 book of the month, we return to Morocco, for a gripping psychological thriller set in 1950s Tangier.
Milestone Birthday: Celebrating My 50th With a Hot Air Balloon Safari in Namibia
Maria celebrates her 50th birthday with a hot air balloon safari in Namibia, a safe crash landing and champagne.
An Older Adventuress Eats Her Way Through Morocco
Older adventuress Diana Eden discovers that Morocco is a feast for the senses as she joins Intrepid Travel on a 12-day culinary tour.
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Travel Tips
Africa for the Adventurous 80-Year Old Solo Woman? You can do it!
When you’re over 80, planning a 16-day African safari takes time, but it’s worth it, as Diana Eden, our women over 80 contributor advises.
How to Pack and Prepare for an African Safari
Diana Eden, our stylish and adventurous women over 80 columnist, shares seven practical tips to prepare for her first African safari.
Photo Etiquette Tips for World Travellers
Guest Writer and photographer Carol Moore-Ede gives us a snapshot of her best tips for capturing travel photos without forgetting your manners.
Women’s Travel Tip: Budget-Friendly in South Africa
As an airline pilot the free flights make all kinds of travel affordable.
What to Wear in Morocco
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Morocco.
What to Wear in Senegal
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Senegal.
Featured Destinations
Africa for the Adventurous 80-Year Old Solo Woman? You can do it!
When you’re over 80, planning a 16-day African safari takes time, but it’s worth it, as Diana Eden, our women over 80 contributor advises.
Adventures in Africa: Abseiling Sipi Falls in Eastern Uganda
Maria Kamau experiences the ultimate rush on a solo trip abseiling the incredible Sipi Falls in Eastern Uganda, Africa.
Seven Life-Changing Wildlife and Adventure Tours for Women
From the Antarctic to Costa Rica to South Africa, these wildlife tours offer women an opportunity for life-changing animal experiences.
Travel to Tanzania With “Our House in Arusha,” a Memoir by Sara Tucker
Set in Tanzania, “Our House in Arusha” by Sara Tucker is part of our “Once-in-a-Lifetime’ book series including Africa, Spain and Antarctica.
The Top Seven Once-in-a-Lifetime Travel Experiences Every Woman Should Have
We reveal the top seven Once-in-a-Lifetime Travel Experiences recommended by women, including the Northern LIghts, the Camino de Santiago, Canada’s Rocky Mountains, a Safari in Africa, an Antarctica expedition, Machu Picchu and Bali.
“Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure” by Alice Morrison
Adventurer Alice Morrison’s book is a quest for knowledge, exploring the Salt Route between Morocco and the lost city of Timbuktu.
The only (wo)man I envy is the (wo)man who has not yet been to Africa – for (s)he has so much to look forward to.”
– Richard Mullin
