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+

The Wisconsin You Don’t Know: More than Cheese

by Karen Gershowitz | Aug 31, 2023

While Wisconsin is known for pastoral landscapes and cheese, Northern Wisconsin offers women a wild and magnificent place to visit.

Where To Go in 2023: Travel Experts Share Hidden Gems in Canada

by Carolyn Ray | Jul 3, 2023

Travel industry experts share 15 hidden gems in Canada, including small towns, provincial parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

How a Transformational Retreat Kickstarted my Midlife Reinvention

by Carolyn Ray | Jul 2, 2023

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

by Sandra Phinney | Jun 28, 2023

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.

Places for adventurous women

Solo Travel Planning

Travel Tips

What to Wear in Belize

The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Belize.

What to Wear in Ecuador

The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Ecuador.

Perfect Road Trip Tips from Locals to Help You Explore Canada Solo

Enjoy these tiny pieces of Canadian advice for road trips and if you know someone who will be visiting Canada, pass them along to them, too.

Packing for The Rain Forest

What to pack and what to wear when travelling to the rain forest.

Things Women Will Enjoy in Tampa, Florida

Tampa, Florida offers women museums, shopping and activities for children.

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Featured Destinations

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 Memorable Places to Ring in New Year’s Eve

Wondering where to celebrate New Year’s Eve? From El Fin del Mundo in Argentina to Europe’s oldest city, here are five places to consider.

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.

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.

Finding Adventure in the Backcountry of the Canadian Rockies

Tips to embrace adventure in the real Canadian Rockies on a six-day horseback riding tour in the backcountry of Alberta.

Where to Stay in Canada’s Algonquin Park: Two Rustic Lodges

Get close to nature at Killarney Lodge and Arowhon Pines, two small, family-owned resorts in Canada’s Algonquin Park.

The Best Hiking and Walking Trails in Algonquin Park

The best walking and hiking trails in Algonquin Park to see wildlife, avoid bugs and reconnect with nature.

An Ice Road Travel Adventure in Canada’s Northwest Territories

When city girl Jo Anne moved to Yellowknife, the North reached deep into her being, starting with an icy, unexpected adventure.

Seeking Adventure and Connection? The Majestic Canadian Rockies Beckons!

Women share their once-in-a-lifetime stories of the majestic Canadian Rockies, the jaw-droppingly beautiful mountain range spanning Western Canada. that connect us to nature at is most authentic and primal.