Last updated on February 10th, 2023
Connect in a sustainable way
Slow Travel Resources
Slow travel narrows the aperture of your journey, allowing you to explore a wider swath of a single region or country.
Embracing Slow Travel
The philosophy of slow travel is rooted in connection, and the individual and collective responsibility of travellers to protect and conserve. We define slow travel as taking the time to connect to people, cultures, and the natural world in a sustainable way.
10 Things Women Should Look For When Booking an Airbnb
With women travelling for longer periods of time, here are 10 things Airbnb owners can do provide women with a more comfortable stay.
Going Psycho: Slow Travel at Home
Inspired by the idea of ‘psychogeography, when we take time to slow down and experience things, we can discover extraordinary things close to home.
The July Project: Learning About Slow Travel at Home in Nova Scotia
For the past eight years, Sandra Phinney has been thinking about—and trying to put into practice—what she’s learned about slow travel at home.
Airbnb Wants More Mature Women to Become Hosts – Here’s Why
Airbnb has created and expanded its services, including AirCover and Airbnb Setup, to encourage older women to join the platform as hosts.
Less-Travelled Destinations to Explore
By its very nature, slow travel reconnects travellers with their environment, landscapes, people, cultures and self.
Scotland’s Hidden Gems: Travel to Dornoch, Scotland With Cynthia Dale
Television and theatre star Cynthia Dale shares her hometown travel tips for Dornoch, Scotland, with hidden gems for women over 50 to explore.
Canada’s Hidden Gems: Travel to Sidney-by-the-Sea, B.C. With Erin Davis
Canadian media personality Erin Davis calls her new hometown Sidney-by-the-Sea, B.C., “a sea change” from her Toronto life.
Rick Steves: How to Travel to Europe With Gusto in 2024
Rick Steves, America’s most well-known travel guru, says Europe is the springboard for global travel, and we’re kissing cheeks with gusto!
30 Less-Travelled Places for Women in 2024
For our 30th anniversary, JourneyWoman reveals 30 less-travelled places for women in 2024, according to our writers and travel experts.
Finding Longer Stays
Staying in a vacation rental or homestay gives you an opportunity to be a traveller, not a tourist.
10 Expert Tips for Women to Find the Perfect Long Stay
With longer stays dominating the vacation rental market, these 10 expert tips will help women find safe, cost-effective homestays.
Accommodations Recommended by Women
10 Things Women Should Look For When Booking an Airbnb
With women travelling for longer periods of time, here are 10 things Airbnb owners can do provide women with a more comfortable stay.
JourneyWoman Women’s Travel Directory Adds Women-Owned Accommodations
Find, share and support women-owned accommodations in our Women’s Travel Directory, which also features Indigenous and accessible businesses.
Where to Stay in Dublin, Ireland
JourneyWoman readers share their tips on where to stay in Dublin, Ireland, including hotels, hostels, B&Bs, and more.
Inspiration from Women
Slow travel is an investment in a local economy. Putting your dollars in a single region or country over an extended period of time pays dividends. Live like a local, help the locals live better.
Travel on a Budget
So, You Want Free Travel? Search for Airline Credit Card Deals
Airline credit card deals are one way that solo travellers can tap into travel savings, as writer Karen Gershowitz finds on a recent trip.
Safe and Affordable Countries for Senior Women to Travel Solo
We invited experienced female solo travellers over 50 to share their first-hand advice on safe and affordable countries for seniors.
How Women Can Save Money In Paris
Six ways you can reduce costs and save money when visiting Paris, including transportation, accommodation and more.
Top Apps Women Don’t Travel Without
A handy list of the top apps saved in the smartphones of JourneyWomen around the world that help them plan for and travel safely and well..
Download “10 Tips to Find the Perfect Long Stay”
With longer stays dominating the vacation rental market, the search for safe, cost-effective places to stay is heating up. Here are 10 tips from JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray to help you find the long stay of your dreams, and over 50 questions to help you have the best possible experience when you embrace slow travel.