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JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray Speaks on Women and Aging at IWTTF on June 27 in London, UK
Advancing diversity in travel, JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray is speaking at the International Women in Travel and Tourism Forum in London on June 27, 2024.
JourneyWoman’s 30th Anniversary Kicks Off in Toronto on June 14
Celebrations for JourneyWoman’s 30th anniversary start on June 14 at Toronto’s Bata Shoe Museum, honouring Evelyn Hannon and her red boots.
Hello, I’m Right Here! Why Are Older Women Treated Like We’re Invisible?
In life and in travel, older women over 50 become invisible. It has happened to me more times than I can count, most recently at a hotel bar.
Living Life to the Fullest: Adventure Travel for Women at Any Age
Claudia Laroye’s new bimonthly column about women over 50+ in Adventure Travel and the women who live life to the fullest.
Lesbian Travel: Finding Your Place in the World as a Lesbian Traveller
Lesbian travel isn’t just a niche market, says Ginny Lunn of WalkingWomen; it’s a profound commitment to every woman who seeks safe spaces.
On Mother’s Day, Celebrating the Gifts From My Mother
After mother died, I thought I had nothing from her, except a black and white photo. Now, in my 80s, I see that she left me with many gifts.
JourneyWoman Community Call: Decluttering for Travel on May 7, 2024
If you’ve felt the urge to simplify your life, we want to help you shift into a new chapter and declutter for travel.
Decluttering in Midlife: Erica Ehm Makes Space for Her Next Chapter
Erica Ehm has found that decluttering can help clear space, both emotionally and physically, for the next chapter of our lives.
Five Ways You Can Teach Your Grandchildren About Sustainable Travel
As good travellers, we can teach our grandchildren how to make good decisions about the Earth when they travel.
Never Too Late: Bestselling Women Authors Over 50
Ten exceptional women authors over 50 who prove that experience and mature reflection is welcomed, showing us it’s never too late to publish.
Solo Travel Memoirs
How Curiosity Inspired A Lifetime of Solo Travel
Retired teacher Marillee Carroll uses curiosity as her compass to discover knowledge, people, and experiences on her travels.
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Women in Travel: How Women in Israel Are Changing Communities
Meet inspiring, independent women in the Galilee striving to strengthen their communities and empower women. (Sponsored)
Age-Friendly Airports: How Airports Can Be More Accessible for Older Women
Airports need to become more accessible. For most older travellers, the flying experience ranges from uncomfortable to excruciating.
Why Intrepid Travel Curates Women-Only Trips With Purpose
With its women-only trips, Intrepid hopes to move the needle on gender equality and women’s empowerment, attracting more mature women over 50.
What Women Need to Know About Human Trafficking, Sex Trafficking and Travel
As travellers, we can play an active role disrupting human trafficking, which affects millions of women and girls around the world.
Women’s Travel Fest 2023 Debuts “Solo Women Over 50” Panel
Trafalgar Tours sponsors “Kickass Solo Women Over 50” panel to profile adventurous women at Women’s Travel Fest 2023 in New York City.
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?
Airbnb Introduces New Adapted Listings to Support Accessible Travel
Airbnb’s new ‘Adapted’ category supports accessible travel, plus other new services to enhance safety for women.
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.
An Older Adventuress Eats Her Way Through Morocco on a Holiday Food Tour
Older adventuress Diana Eden explores Morocco over the holidays on a 12-day food tour, eating her way through Fes, Chefchaouen and Marrakesh.
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.
Three Years of Isolation: How One Woman is Thriving in Her Longest Solo Journey Yet
Despite three years of isolation, Brenda McCrank is thriving, teaching us valuable lessons about curiosity, creativity and solo travel.
Six Unique Solo Trips for Women for 2023 That Blend Adventure, Learning and Exploration
Six solo trips for women over 50 that blend adventure, learning and exploration, in France, Jordan, Italy, Israel, Mexico, and Morocco.
Women in Travel: Meet the Inspiring 2023 ‘JourneyWoman Award’ Finalists
Congratulations to Rue Mapp, Céline Cousteau and Juliet Kinsman, three women dedicated to inclusive, sustainable travel.
Wellness Travel in 2023: The Divine Destination Collection Expands Spiritual Travel to the South of France
The Divine Destinations Collection has expanded its spiritual retreats for women to the South of France in June 2023.
Seven Travel Experiences That Made 2022 My Most Memorable Year Yet
In 2022, JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray travelled to 17 countries, showing what’s possible when you say yes and trust the universe.
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