Last updated on January 7th, 2023
JourneyWoman’s Guide to Solo Travel in
The UK + Ireland
England, Ireland, Scotland + Wales
Best Places for Women 50+
Weekend in Bath: The Perfect Solo Getaway
With its Georgian architecture, thermal spas and lush gardens, Bath, UK is the perfect getaway for solo women seeking ‘me’ time.
JourneyWoman Travel Tips: Where to Stay in London, UK
JourneyWoman readers share their recommendations for solo women to stay in London, UK, and tips for getting around the city.
“The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” Affirms the Nourishing Power of Books
Our October book of the month explores the little-known history of the German occupation of Guernsey and affirms the power of the written word.
30+ of Britain’s Top Outdoor Festivals and Events
Beyond the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, there’s an outdoor festival in 2022 to satisfy every interest in Britain: literary, arts, gardening and more.
Our favourite places
Looking for a Woman-Friendly Tour In the United Kingdom and Ireland?
Solo Travel Planning
Travel Tips
Her Top Five Tube Stops in London: an insider’s report
Leslie Ehm shares her five favourite tube stops in London, England.
Women’s Travel Tip: Gluten-Free on the Isle of Wight
JourneyWoman Sharon couldn’t wait to share about the gluten-free tea shop in the Isle of Wight.
What to Wear in Scotland
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Scotland.
What to Wear in Ireland
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Ireland.
What to Wear in England
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to England.
Women’s Travel Tip: An Ultra-Modern Tea Shop in London
A JourneyWoman community tip about a sleek English tea shop with a modern twist in London, England.
Featured Destinations
Lúghnasah: Ireland’s Celtic Pre-Harvest Festival
Guest writer and Irish native Ann V. Quinlan shares the story of the great Lúghnasagh fire festivals, which begin in Ireland on August 1.
Solo Travel Memoirs: Love and David Bowie
For Jo Anne, the sound of David Bowie brings back fond memories from 1967 when she met her first love on a ship from England to the USSR.
Get a Glimpse into Rural Life in Ireland With John McGahern’s Novel
Step into the slow, relaxing pace of Irish rural life with “By the Lake That They May Face the Rising Sun” by John McGahern.
20 Things Women Should Know About Dublin, Ireland
Travel writer Fiona Hillard shares her favorite tips with women travelling to Dublin, the capital of Ireland.
Top 5 Outdoor Markets for Women to Visit in London
Guest writer Andy Jarosz shares his top 5 London markets to feed your hobbies and interests.
“England is one of my heart places. It’s where I grew up, have moved back to twice, and have spent many holidays. I will never get tired of visiting.”
– Joy Fox, JourneyWoman Contributor & Advisory Council
