Guide to Women’s Travel In

North America

Trailblazing Women in Travel: Underwater Explorer Jill Heinerth Talks About Being a Cave Diving Icon

Canadian cave diver Jill Heinerth shares her inspiring journey, having completed some of the world’s most legendary underwater expeditions.

Transform Gros Morne Road Trip Newfoundland

Jennifer Bain

Women of the Wilderness: Making New Connections on a Solo Road Trip Through Rural Newfoundland

From foraging forest plants to a ‘mug-up’ watching icebergs in Newfoundland, women entrepreneurs share their...

Colourful houses line the water in Bergen, Norway

JourneyWoman Staff

Six Places to Stay Escape the Heat and Stay Cool This Summer: From Canada to Norway

We asked our well-travelled writers to share some of their favourite places to stay cool this summer, from Bergen to...

Kingston Ontario

Kathy Buckworth

Embracing the Feminine Side of Kingston, Ontario, the First Capital of Canada

There are many famous females to celebrate in Canada’s first capital, Kingston, Ontario, making this a unique...

Beautiful Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador, South America.

Jennifer Bain

25 Less-Travelled National Parks That Adventurous Women Should Visit

Discover 25 of the best less-travelled national parks around the world, from Greenland to the Bahamas and everything...

canadian woman travelling to the U.S. travel advice

Carolyn Ray

Canadian Women Should Expect More Scrutiny on U.S. Travel, Newest Travel Advisory Says

Travel warnings have been updated for Canadians travelling to the US, with guidance to expect more scrutiny at the US...

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An aerial shot of Copper Canyon in Mexico with high and rocky mountains

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Kathy Buckworth

Women Are Keeping Traditions Alive in Chihuahua, Mexico

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Claudia Laroye

Indigenous Women in Aviation: Flying the Female Skies

In the central plaza Ixtapan looking at cathedral

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Karen Gershowitz

Hidden Gems and Small Villages for Women to Explore Near Mexico City

Balcon de Zocalo in Mexico City

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Karen Gershowitz

An Insider’s Guide to the Cultural Powerhouse of Mexico City

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Kathy Buckworth

Florida Removes LGBTQ+ Pages From its Website, But Why?

Old Basilica of Guadalupe with Mexico City skyline behind it

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JourneyWoman Staff

Where to Stay in Mexico City, Mexico: Recommendations From Solo Women

Colourfyl buildings line a quiet street in the Caribbean/Mexico region, a safe destination for women traveling solo.

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JourneyWoman Staff

JourneyWoman Webinar: Less-Travelled Caribbean & Mexico on September 24

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JourneyWoman Staff

Where to Stay in Toronto, Canada: Recommendations From Solo Women

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!

Jules Torti

The Black Fly in Our Chardonnay: Booze Around the World

A sand dune and seagulls fly over the water in Destin, Florida

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Diana Eden

Destin, Florida, an Undiscovered Gem on the “Emerald Coast”

Woman eating mussels at the food market on a food tour.

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JourneyWoman Staff

Will Travel for Food: Food Tours for Solo Women

New York, New York, USA skyline on the bay at twilight from Governor's Island.

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JourneyWoman Staff

Where to Stay in New York City: Recommendations From Solo Women

City with lights turned on during night time on the Las Vegas strip

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Diana Eden

Why Women Should Visit Las Vegas, Nevada (From a Local)

A colourful sunset over Santa Monica, California, with palm trees in the foreground.

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Kathy Buckworth

America’s Hidden Gems: Explore Santa Monica with Kimberley Seldon

Old Montreal with snow and Bonsecours Market - Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Sandra Phillips

Why Women Should Travel to Montreal, Quebec (From a Local)

View of Quebec City skyline with Chateau Frontenac

Guest Writer

Why Women Should Travel to Quebec City, Canada (From a Local)

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