Guide to Women’s Travel In

Asia

Why Women Who Love the Camino Should Walk Japan’s Kumano Kodō

Jennifer Bain recounts her experience walking the Kumano Kodō, a sacred pilgrimage offering a unique blend of nature, spirituality, and cultural heritage.

pangkor laut island from the air

Carolyn Ray

Finding Sanctuary on Malaysia’s Pangkor Laut Island: The Perfect Wellness Escape

Malaysia’s wellness traditions are deeply connected to nature, ancestry and the land itself, as Carolyn Ray discovers...

phnom penh city cambodia

Carolyn Ray

Women Trailblazers: Ruth Elliot, Founder, Daughters of Cambodia, Helping Young Women Leave the Sex Trafficking Industry

Meet Ruth Elliott, who founded Daughters of Cambodia in 2007 to help young women leave the sex trafficking industry...

Picking ingredients from local market before the cooking class in Bangkok

Tanzila Khan

A Solo Wheelchair Traveller’s Bangkok: What to Do And See on Two Wheels

Featured image: Tanzila shares her experiences travelling Bankok in a wheelchair | Photo by Tanzila Khan Six things...

Church on a hill in the Vik town. Famous and popular tourist attraction of Iceland. Glade of lupine flowers. Beautiful rainbow

Jules Torti

Great Countries for Slow Travel: 10 Places Women Love That Will Change You Forever

Beyond the perennial favourites, these 10 places welcome women, with affordable lifestyle, longer term visas and...

Tour guide Chiyuki Okada at Kamui Seaside Park during a sea urchin experience

Jennifer Bain

Japan’s Unsung Northern Islands: Why Hokkaido Should be on Every Woman’s Radar

Japan’s northernmost islands of Hokkaido, Rebun and Rishiri offer women breathtaking scenery and unforgettable...

Experience Asia

Find a Woman-Friendly Tour to Asia

Find a Place to Stay in Asia

Find Activities and Things to do in Asia

<img decoding="async" width="970" height="250" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours.png" alt="" title="" srcset="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours.png 970w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours-480x124.png 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 970px, 100vw" class="wp-image-575722" />

<img decoding="async" width="970" height="250" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours.png" alt="" title="" srcset="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours.png 970w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Trafalgar-Asia-Tours-480x124.png 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 970px, 100vw" class="wp-image-575722" />

Asia Travel

Aerial view of tropical beach on Bohol Island, Philippines

Kathy Buckworth

The Philippines for the Solo Female Traveller: Manila, Cebu City and Bohol

Khambela community lunch stop part of Community Homestay Network in Nepal

Carolyn Beasley

Nepal’s Community HomeStay Network: Empowering Women in Small Villages

blue zone wellness longevity

Diana Ballon

Lessons from the Blue Zones: Why Blue Zones Matter to Women in a World Obsessed with Living Longer

Tokyo, Japan skyline in the Sumida district.

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png">

JourneyWoman Staff

Where to Stay in Tokyo, Japan: Recommendations From JourneyWoman Readers

Jules Torti sitting in front of a canvas tent, her perfect glamping headquarters at Nacpan Beach, Palawan Island

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/avatar_user_670_1698330095-96x96.jpg">

Jules Torti

Hotel Hell: The Fine Art of Booking Hotels in the Philippines and Vietnam From a Travel Writer

Senior woman is hiking outdoors on an adventure trip in the mountains.

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png">

JourneyWoman Staff

Adventure Travel for Women: Six Trips to Find Your Groove in 2025

two men walking with backpacks rick steves

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png">

JourneyWoman Staff

JourneyWoman Special Event: Join Rick Steves for “On the Hippie Trail” April 15, 8 pm ET

Malaysian artist Azzah Sultan

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg">

Carolyn Ray

Malaysian Artist Azzah Sultan Explores Jewelry and Culture in “Newlyweds”

older solo woman traveller looking into the wind

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg">

Carolyn Ray

Where to Travel in 2025: The Best Places for Solo Women Travellers Over 50

Woman enjoying museum

Evelyn Hannon

15 Museums Women Will Enjoy: Fashion, Chocolate and Cowgirls!

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/websize-ray-96x96.jpg">

Carolyn Ray

The Land of Festivals: Malaysia’s Vibrant Celebrations Showcase Its Rich Cultural Tapestry

Aerial view of red modern high speed train moving near river in alpine mountains at sunrise in spring

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png">

JourneyWoman Staff

15 Stunning Train Trips to Inspire Your Travels in 2025

A river flows through scenic Kerala, India

Mariellen Ward

The Spice Bowl of India: Kerala, a Soft Landing for Solo Women

senior women hiking adventure g adventures

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw=="><noscript><img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-journeywoman-favicon-2-96x96.png">

JourneyWoman Staff

G Adventures Expands Itineraries for Older Women on 2025 Classic, Dr. Jane Goodall Collection and Geluxe Trips

Kim and I spotted drinking a South African chardonnay a decade ago in Michamvi, Zanzibar of all places–due to an extremely limited wine list of…one option!

<img width="96" height="96" decoding="async" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/avatar_user_670_1698330095-96x96.jpg">

Jules Torti

The Black Fly in Our Chardonnay: Booze Around the World

Women Hiking the Himalayas, Danu and Kumari on the trail.

Guest Writer

Sisters Doing it for Themselves: Hiking the Himalayas in an All-Women Group in Nepal

A young woman from Burma

Burma

Boats near the beach in Cambodia

Cambodia

Chinese lanterns hanging in front of a Chinese temple

China

palace on the water india

<img width="2560" height="1707" alt="palace on the water india" decoding="async" data-srcset="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc.jpg 2560w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-980x653.jpg 980w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-480x320.jpg 480w" data-src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc.jpg" data-sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw" class="attachment-full size-full lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" /><noscript><img width="2560" height="1707" src="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full" alt="palace on the water india" decoding="async" srcset="https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc.jpg 2560w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-980x653.jpg 980w, https://journeywoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/tranquil-morning-at-jal-mahal-water-palace-at-sunr-2021-08-27-22-41-32-utc-480x320.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw" />

India

Crystal blue water with golden sand and green forest in the background. boats float in the shore.

Indonesia

Daigoji Temple in Autumn, Kyoto, Japan

Japan

Mosque of Khazret Sultan in Astana Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan

Luang Trawang, Laos

Laos

Batu Caves is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus, and is said to be around 400 million years old

Malaysia

Photo of young beautiful women wearing in traditional national mongolian kalmykian dresses in the festival

Mongolia

Buddhist stupa in Himalaya mountains, Nepal

Nepal

Mountains in northern Pakistan

Pakistan

El Nido Palawan Philippines

Philippines

lit up building with neon lights on the ocean

Singapore

hand thrown pottery in Korea

South Korea

Two colourful tour buses in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Beautiful temple in Bangkok

Thailand

Train tracks through a street of houses in Hanoi, Vietnam

Vietnam