Airports need to become more accessible. For most older travellers, the flying experience ranges from uncomfortable to excruciating.
Women’s Stories
Ageism in Travel
Wrong assumptions about age can lead to ageism in travel, including deeply problematic stereotypes, prejudices and discrimination that we're determined to change.
Stories About Ageism in Travel
Aging and Travel: How Older Women Can Shift Stereotypes About Ageism
WE know that age is all about attitude, so how do we, as older women, shift stereotypes about ageism and outdated language?
This is Our Time: Celebrating Women Over 50 in Travel
On our 29th anniversary, we celebrate women over 50, travel’s most influential decision-makers and change-makers.
New JourneyWoman Study Shows Solo Women 50+ Feel Undervalued by the Travel Industry
A new global study conducted by JourneyWoman shows that solo female travellers over 50 feel undervalued by the travel industry.
Africa for the Adventurous 80-Year Old Solo Woman? You can do it!
When you’re over 80, planning a 16-day African safari takes time, but it’s worth it, as Diana Eden, our women over 80 contributor advises.
Ageism and Technology: Tips to Help Older Women Overcome Stereotypes
Diana Eden shares four tips for women over 80 to master travel technology and confront ageist stereotypes.
Solo Travel Over 80: Life Doesn’t End at 80 – Neither Should Travel
Age is nothing but a number for the adventurous Diana Eden, a mature woman who embraces solo travel over 80.
Solo Travel Over 80: Women 85+ Share Their Travel Secrets
Three female solo travel trailblazers – all over the age of 85 – share their travel tales and sage advice for the next generation.