Last updated on May 10th, 2023
JourneyWoman’s Guide to Solo Travel in
The Americas
North, Central, Latin + South America
Best Places for Women 50+
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.
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.
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.
Seven Decades of Paddling in Nova Scotia
Whether you are a wanna-be paddler or have years of experience, there are lakes, rivers, and coastal areas in Nova Scotia to suit every skill level and interest.
Places for adventurous women
Solo Travel Planning
Travel Tips
What to Do in Lake Louise, Alberta: Five Incredible Experiences
How to make the most of 24 hours in Lake Louise in Banff National Park; including tips on visiting Moraine Lake and the Fairmont Lake Louise.
Travel on Two Wheels: The Best Ontario Biking Trails for All Levels
Experienced cyclists give us the low down on Ontario’s best biking trails for women of all levels. (sponsored)
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 Solo Travel: Hiking Safety Tips in the Colombian Rainforest
You may be a solo travel expert, but have you ever hiked Colombia on your own? Contributor Samantha Glauser shares what she learned on her solo adventure through the Colombian rainforest.
Get Close to Nature in These 13 Unique Ontario Stays
Thirteen of our most unique Airbnb stays in Ontario, including an Airstream RV, glamping, camping, tiny house, cabin, farm and a hayloft.
10 Things We Learned Travelling at Home in Ontario
When we hatched a plan to road trip around our home province of Ontario, we never expected to learn so much about nature, our inner child, and the creativity of women entrepreneurs.
Palm Springs Travel Tips from an Insider
Travel writer Kathy Condon shares her tips for enjoying Palm Springs like a local.
Travel Tips for Toronto with the Honourable David Crombie
Have you ever considered a city’s ‘bone structure’ when you’re travelling? You’ll want to check out these tips from the Honourable David Crombie, who shares his inside tips to rediscover Toronto, its ravines, waterfront and green spaces.
100 Things to do in Puerto Rico Before You Die
Travel to Puerto Rico? Not with out Amy Gordon’s book – 100 Things to Do in Puerto Rico Before You Die. It comes JourneyWoman recommended!
10 Women’s Travel Tips for Puerto Rico
Carolyn Ray shares her Top 10 Tips for travellers visiting Puerto Rico from a month-long stay in 2020.
Montreal’s Secret Shopping Area: a Bargain Hunter’s Paradise
Any gal travelling to Montreal will be very pleased to know about its secret shopping area in the heart of the Canadian garment industry.
What to Wear in Paraguay
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Paraguay.
What to Wear in Panama
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Panama.
What to Wear in South America
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to South America.
What to Wear in Peru
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Peru.
What to Wear in Bolivia
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Bolivia.
Featured Destinations
Women’s Travel Fest: 5 Tips for Older Women in New York City
Diana Eden recounts her experience as a panelist at Women’s Travel Fest 2023, and shares her tips for older women in New York City.
Beaver Harbour, New Brunswick: The First Settlement in British North America to Ban Slavery
Beaver Harbour, New Brunswick, was the first anti-slavery settlement in British North America, 80 years before the Emancipation Proclamation.
10 Reasons Women Should Visit Gander, Newfoundland, ‘The Crossroads of the World’
Known as the ‘crossroads for the world’, Gander, Newfoundland, has many surprises, including its food, culture and aviation history.
Lost and Found in Nova Scotia’s UNESCO Cliffs of Fundy Geopark
Sandra Phinney’s journey through Nova Scotia’s UNESCO Cliffs of Fundy Geopark, is a reminder that travel is often about letting things unfold.
The Lure of Panama City’s Old Town, Casco Antiguo, in the Off-Season
An off-season trip to Panama’s old city, Casco Antiguo, highlights the lure of this biodiverse, historic and less-travelled country.
Magical Encounters With Canadian Folk Artist Maud Lewis in Nova Scotia
Contributor Sandra Phinney recalls her times spent visiting folk artist Maud Lewis with her mother, and her continued legacy in Nova Scotia.
Five Best Shoulder Season Destinations Recommended by Solo Women
Five shoulder season travel destinations recommended by women that offer lower costs, less crowds, and unique experiences.
Flying to Toronto? Consider Toronto’s “Other” Airport: The Island Airport
For those travelling to or from Toronto, consider Toronto’s ‘other’ airport, Billy Bishop Airport, located on Toronto Island.
A Less-Travelled Route for Lighthouse Lovers in Nova Scotia, Canada
Nova Scotia may be Canada’s second-smallest province, but there are many stories to be shared along its southwestern Lighthouse Route.
Journey to the Back Woods of Cape Cod in “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller
Set in the back woods of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Heller’s ‘The Paper Palace’ shares a story that unfolds over 24 hours and across 50 years.
Soak in Nova Scotia’s Charm at Peggy’s Cove, Now Accessible to All
Nova Scotia’s iconic Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is now fully accessible with its new award-winning viewing platform.
Travel at Home: A Solo Walk on the Vancouver Island Trail
Solo travel isn’t always about going far from home, as guest writer Tracey Smyth discovered when she hiked Canada’s Vancouver Island Trail.
Why Antarctica is the Ultimate Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure for Women
Polar expert Franny Bergschneider from Wild Women Expeditions shares why Antarctica is hailed as the ultimate adventure for women.
Five Places to Ring in the New Year, Next Year
From El Fin del Mundo in Argentina to the sandswept Sahara Desert, here are five places you may want to ring in the New Year in the future.
Travel Over 80: Tips for Surviving a 4-Day New York Trip
Contributing Writer Diana Eden shares her top tips for surviving a four-day trip to New York City in your 80s (or any age – Diana has loads of energy).
PEI’s Island Walk, “Canada’s Camino,” is Designed for Shoulder Season Travel
PEI’s 700-km Island Walk, known as “Canada’s Camino”, winds through picturesque villages with breathtaking scenery and fresh seafood.
Featured Women-Friendly Tours
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