Last updated on May 17th, 2021
Best Places for Solo Travel

10 Packing Tips for the Antarctic From a Polar Expert
Franny Bergschneider, a lifelong adventurer who now leads expeditions at Wild Women Expeditions, shares her top 10 tips for the Antarctic.

Life in Mexico: Why Merida Might be Perfect for Long Stays
Merida’s colonial history, warm climate, beaches, UNESCO sites, Pueblos Mágicos and Cenotes might entice you to stay in Mexico long term.

Travelling with Chronic Pain in Iceland: Tips to Stay Adventurous
Guest Writer Karen Gershowitz shares her story of traveling with chronic pain to Iceland, and shows us how it might slow you down, but doesn’t have to permanently ground you.

Finding Renewal in New Zealand: How I Overcame my Fear of Travelling Solo Again
After the death of her husband Gabe in 2018, the prospect of going through life solo filled Amanda with dread. She faced her grief, anger and loneliness in a two-week solo travel adventure in New Zealand.

A Woman’s Travel Guide to England
Need a nosh or a cuppa? JourneyWoman Joy shares her bangin’ tips on England’s best spots to stay, eat, and explore, including tours, pubs and afternoon tea. To help you talk like a local, she’s also compiled a handy guide to British slang – you’ll want to take a gander at this!

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.

A New Way to Travel With MS: Exploring Scandinavia on my Alinker
Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2002, Elizabeth Jones uses an Alinker walking bike to travel to Denmark and Sweden.

Palm Springs, California: Myths Debunked
Travel writer and blogger Kathy Condon asks (and answers): “Why haven’t I planned a trip to Palm Springs?”

Pride, Resilience & Community in Puerto Rico
From San Juan to Vieques to Ponce, Puerto Rico, I saw signs of pride, resilience and community.

Why Key West, Florida is the Perfect Travel Destination for Women
If you need a winter escape, look no further than Key West, Florida. It’s only five square miles, but I’ve never been bored! You can walk or bike from one side of the island to the other in minutes, and there is no shortage of unique experiences.