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Where to Stay in Lisbon, Portugal: Recommendations From Solo Women
Women share their top choices on where to stay in Lisbon, Portugal, including hotels, hostels, and affordable options across the city.
Where to Stay in Barcelona, Spain: Recommendations From Solo Women
Women share their recommendations on where to stay in Barcelona, Spain, including hotels, hostels and affordable accommodations.
Set in Crete, Kate Forsyth’s “The Crimson Thread” Explores the Ancient Legend of the Minotaur
Kate Forsyth’s novel, “The Crimson Thread”, reimagines the legend of the Minotaur in the Labyrinth myth set in Crete during WW2.
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My Eye-Opening Journey Through Belfast on a Black Cab Tour
A Black Cab tour along Belfast’s International Wall tells the story of Northern Ireland’s journey towards peace and is a must-see for any curious traveller.
Transforming an Abandoned Quarry Into a Vineyard: A Story of Sustainability in Mallorca
On the wine-producing island of Mallorca, Spain, entrepreneur Virginia Pones is bringing an abandoned quarry back to life as a winery, reviving her husband’s family business.
G Adventures Expands Itineraries for Older Women on 2025 Classic, Dr. Jane Goodall Collection and Geluxe Trips
G Adventures is expanding its range of adventure trips for older women, focusing on affordability, longer stays and unique accommodations.
A Solo Trip to the Basque Region: Bilbao, San Sebastian and Biarritz
The Basque region, straddling northern Spain and southern France, is an area often forgotten by travellers to Spain, but from the moment I arrived I fell in love with its cultural richness, natural beauty, and food.
Go Your Own Way: A Self-Guided Trip to Scotland and Ireland is Full of Magical Moments
If the thought of following a tour guide on a structured itinerary isn’t your style, a self-guided trip might be the perfect solution for independent women travellers.
JourneyWoman Webinar: How To Plan a Custom Trip to Ireland and Scotland With Brendan Vacations on October 8
Join our webinar on October 8 with Ireland and Scotland experts Brendan Vacations to find out how to design your own custom trip.
More Stories From Europe to Inspire You
30 of the Best Solo Travel Tips from Our Readers (May 2024)
JourneyWoman readers share their best travel tips from May 2024, including packing, safety and inspiring places to visit as a 50+ woman.
Celebrate JourneyWoman’s 30th Anniversary on a Northern Lights Expedition Cruise with Hurtigruten in December 2024
Celebrate JourneyWoman’s 30th anniversary on a Northern Lights expedition cruise in Norway with Hurtigruten in December 2024. Prices discounted until July 15.
Falling in Love with the Hilltop Villages of France’s Luberon… Again
On a small group women’s trip in the Luberon, France, we connect around art, food, sustainability, and the sheer natural beauty of Provence.
Sustainable Train Travel: A Breathtaking Journey Through the Swiss Alps
On Trafalgar Travel’s first ‘Swisstainable’ train tour, women can experience Switzerland’s most iconic train journeys and travel sustainably.
Solo in Switzerland’s Prettiest City: Lucerne is Full of Surprises
Not only is Lucerne the prettiest city in Switzerland, it’s a safe, welcoming place for a solo getaway in Europe.
Thinking About Train Travel? Expert Tips from the Man in Seat 61
Train travel tips and advice from Mark Smith, the Man in Seat 61, to plan and prepare for train travel just about anywhere.
Remembering the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on the Beaches of Normandy
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives so that we could be free.
Seduced by Sicily: How Palermo Captured my Heart
With Middle Eastern, North African, Spanish, Greek and Italian influences, Palermo, Sicily, is one of those places that captures your heart.
Ostuni, Italy: Wanders in Puglia’s Magical ‘White City’ in the Off Season
Off-season adventures in the magical ‘white city’ of Ostuni, in Puglia, Italy, which overlooks the Adriatic Sea and olive farms.
Understanding French Culture Through Food: How to Find the Right Food Tour in Paris, France
In France or elsewhere, finding a good food tour introduces us to local cuisine, but also offers us a peek into the history.
Blissfully Lost in Lecce: A Baroque Jewel in Puglia, Italy
Called the ‘Florence of the South’, it’s easy to get lost in Lecce, Italy with its winding cobblestone streets, palazzos, archeological museums and Roman ruins.
Malta, the Fascinating Mediterranean Island You’ve Never Heard Of
There’s more than meets the eye in Malta, a Mediterranean island at the crossroads between Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Malta’s Megalithic Temples Make You Wonder: Did Giants Once Live Here?
Malta is home to seven megalithic temples, dating back over 5,000 years, which are among the world’s earliest free-standing stone buildings.
Solo Travel Deals: Save up to $4,000 With Trafalgar, Insight and Brendan Vacations
Book by May 30 with the Seasonal Travel Sale from our Women’s Travel Directory partners Trafalgar Travel, Insight Vacations and Brendan Vacations.
Holy Week in Spain: Visiting Seville and Barcelona During Semana Santa
Celebrated since the 16th century, Holy Week in Spain is one of the world’s must-see sights, reminding us about community and faith.
