Guide to Women’s Travel In

Europe

Delft, The Netherlands: A Charming City of Vermeer, Ceramics and Cafes

Known as the birthplace of Vermeer, Delft is a smaller, lesser-touristy version of Amsterdam, with scenic canals, ceramics and cafes.

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JourneyWoman Staff

Where to Stay in Florence, Italy: Recommendations From Solo Women

Women share their top choices on where to stay in Florence, Italy, including hotels, hostels, and affordable options...

Beautiful tudor style half timbered houses lining a cobbled street in Rye, Sussex England

Sally Jane Smith

Larissa Behrendt’s “After Story”: More Than a Mother-Daughter Literary Tour of England

Our February 2025 book, ‘After Story’ by Larissa Behrendt, takes us into the world of England’s...

Bikes line a railing of a canal in Delft the Netherlands

Carolyn Ray

Delft, The Netherlands: A Charming City of Vermeer, Ceramics and Cafes

Known as the birthplace of Vermeer, Delft is a smaller, lesser-touristy version of Amsterdam, with scenic canals,...

Ronda is one of many stunning Spanish towns to explore

JourneyWoman Staff

Solo Travel Survey About Spain: Canadian Women, Take Our Survey by December 20, 2024

Canadians women are invited to take our solo travel survey on Spain to share perspectives about past and planned...

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

JourneyWoman Staff

15 Stunning Train Trips to Inspire Your Travels in 2025

These train trips across Europe, Asia, Africa and Canada remind us that the journey can be more memorable than the...

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Jane Caporal of Row-Venice, teaching rowing in Venice

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Diana Eden

Going to Venice? Learn How to Row Like a Venetian!

Venice canal view

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Diana Eden

Venice Travel Tips for Women Over 80

Edinburgh city with cathedral tower and a park, Scotland

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Carolyn Ray

Magical and Medieval: A Long Weekend Break in Edinburgh

Tanzila Khan Completing a Kayaking Tour in Sweden

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Tanzila Khan

Why Kayaking is a Super Adventure Sport for Women in a Wheelchair

An aerial view of cityscape Tangier surrounded by buildings and water

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Carolyn Ray

Maria Dueñas’ Wartime Spy Novel “The Time In Between” Travels Back to 1930s Tangiers

photo of a women on a sail boat looking at the ocean

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Early-Bird Solo Travel Discounts From Trafalgar and Insight Vacations for 2024

Landscape view on the beautiful Claud Monet's garden, famous french impressionist painter in Giverny town in France

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A Stroll Through Five Glorious Gardens in France

still life set in florence, italy

Sally Jane Smith

Sarah Winman’s “Still Life”: A Love Letter to Florence, Italy

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Tallinn Estonia Skyline

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Tanzila Khan

Accessible or Not? Tallinn, Estonia on Two Wheels

Paris - July 2023 Best Solo Travel Deals for Women

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July’s Best Solo Travel Deals for Women

The Pont-Vieux d'Albi bridge

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Diana Eden

Hidden Gems in France for Solo Women

Woman explorer lookig at Jokulsarlon lagoon, Iceland

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Tina Hartas

Female Solo Travel: 10 Books to Inspire Your Next Adventure

Woman hiking on the Camino de Santiago

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Carolyn Ray

Getting Real About Spain’s Camino with Jane Christmas and “What the Psychic Told The Pilgrim”

A woman sits and reads a book in a park

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Tina Hartas

Travel By Book: 12 Countries Solo Women Love

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Carolyn Ray

Safe and Affordable Countries for Senior Women to Travel Solo

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