Women’s Stories

Women Over 80 Travel

Celebrating the epic women over 80 who value life's precious moments

diana eden river valley portugal author

Nov 14, 2025

Aging with Style: At 85, Diana Eden Hopes to Inspire Women With New Memoir: “Getting Old and Other Indignities”

At 85, passionate traveller Diana Eden’s new memoir, “Getting Old and Other Indignities” shares the...

nile river cruise egypt

Oct 13, 2025

Six Rivers for Women to Explore Over the Holidays: From Christmas Market Cruises to the Mekong and Nile

With the holiday season approaching quickly, we’ve curated a list of our favourite Christmas river cruises in Europe,...

four older women learning new language over coffee

Aug 04, 2025

Is 85 Too Old to Learn a New Language? Jamais! These Women Say

For women who embrace lifelong learning, new language immersion programs combine language and cultural immersion for...

Senior woman enjoying time at the beach, standing with a blanket around her shoulders

Jun 16, 2025

Welcome to the Widow’s Travel Club: Tips to Get Started Again

fter the death of a loved one, travel can seem daunting. Diana Eden shares her story and tips on getting started again...

View of medina of Essaouira in Morocco on the Atlantic coast, North Africa. The old part of town is the UNESCO world heritage sites.

Is 85 Too Old to Travel Internationally? A Trip to Essaouira, Morocco Shows It’s Not

Diana Eden

Feb 07, 2025

Mature female hiker with backpack and map guide standing by waterfalls in natural environment and seeking right way

When Something Goes Wrong: What to Do if You’re Injured While Travelling In Your 80s

Diana Eden

Nov 13, 2024

older woman feeling invisible in a bar

Hello, I’m Right Here! Why Are Older Women Treated Like We’re Invisible?

Kathy Buckworth

May 10, 2024

smiling senior woman at airport travelling with medication

How to Travel with Medication: Tips from Women to Pack Smart

Carolyn Ray

May 03, 2024

Shirley Heights, Antigua overlooking English Harbour viewed on a beautiful day. Overlooking the beach, Caribbean

How to Have a Five-Star Beach Vacation in Antigua on a Two-Star Budget

Diana Eden

Apr 01, 2024

Views of the blue water surrounding Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands.

Sailing for Seniors: Can an 83-Year Old Woman Handle a Week on a Catamaran?

Diana Eden

Feb 08, 2024

Iqaluit, Nunavut - and Road to Nowhere

“Brightening My Corner”: At 91, Ruth Malloy’s Memoir Shares Dreams Fulfilled

Carolyn Ray

Sep 07, 2023

Joyce Perrin Never too old to travel solo antarctica

Never Too Old to Travel Solo: At 86, Joyce Perrin is Still Making Connections

Carolyn Ray

Aug 09, 2023

Overlooking the turquoise blue waters of Bora Bora

Searching for Awe? Don’t Miss Bora Bora

Diana Eden

Apr 04, 2023

Woman tourist in a hat on the roof in New York City

5 Tips for Older Women in New York City, From an 85-Year Old

Diana Eden

Mar 17, 2023

senior woman walking along airport hall with her luggage, in an age-friendly airport

Age-Friendly Airports: How Airports Can Be More Accessible for Women Over 60

Diana Eden

Feb 08, 2023

A variety of vegetarian dishes at a Moroccan cooking school

An Older Adventuress Eats Her Way Through Morocco on a Holiday Food Tour

Diana Eden

Jan 17, 2023

Full-length of African American female guide looking for wildlife in Africa

Four African Women Whose Lives Have Been Transformed by Tourism

Diana Eden

Nov 20, 2022

A river cruise ship makes its way down the Rhone River in France

7 Reasons for Older Women to Consider a River Cruise, From an 85 Year Old

Diana Eden

Oct 29, 2022

Two older women friends laugh together while one points to something in the distance

Secrets From Women 65+ About Life and Solo Travel

Carolyn Ray

Oct 06, 2022

Diana Eden spotted a herd of elephants during one of her game drives on an African safari

Africa for the Adventurous 80-Year Old Solo Woman? You can do it!

Diana Eden

Sep 07, 2022

what to wear on the plane journeywoman

What Older Women Can Wear on the Plane: How to Travel in Style

Diana Eden

Jul 28, 2022

Sunset over snowy mountains in Iceland

When a Three-day Whirlwind Trip to Iceland Turns Into a Two-day Trip

Diana Eden

May 20, 2022

Iceland's Godafoss waterfall in the winter

Tips for Women Over 80 to Prepare for Iceland’s Adventures

Diana Eden

May 17, 2022

A group of older women enjoy a coffee together on their travels.

Six Secrets From Women Travellers Over 50 on Aging Disgracefully

Amanda Burgess

Mar 01, 2022

in-flight stretches

In-Flight Tips and Stretches For Older Women For Your Next Long Trip

Diana Eden

Jan 07, 2022

Diana on the balcony of the newly renovated Neil Simon Theater where she once performed

Travel Over 80: Tips for Surviving a 4-Day New York Trip

Diana Eden

Oct 09, 2021

A woman sitting in a chair reading a book. Learn about solo travel for women over 50

Solo Travel Tips for Women Over 50

Sue Janzen

May 28, 2021

Cernobbio town in Como lake district.

Falling in Love, Again: Reliving my Honeymoon Trip 25 Years Later

Diana Eden

May 12, 2021