Safety Guide for Women Traveling Alone
Safety Guide for Women Traveling Alone Abroad Because confident travel starts with being prepared and not paranoid. So, you’re dreaming about that first solo adventure abroad? Amazing. But let’s be real, safety is usually the first thing that holds women back from booking the trip. Here’s the good news: solo travel can be both empowering…
How to Plan Your First Solo Trip: The Ultimate Checklist
Before You Go: Planning & Prep: Packing & Practicalities: Reminders for Mindset & Safety:
What If I Feel Lonely While Traveling Solo?
The fear of feeling lonely can be common for first time solo travelers. Let’s be honest, even seasoned solo travelers can have had a moment when the excitement quiets down and a little pang of loneliness sneaks in. It happens. It’s human. And it doesn’t mean you’re doing solo travel “wrong.” The truth is, solo…
Night Before Jitters
Night-Before Solo Travel Anxiety? Here’s How to Flip the Script You’ve booked the trip, planned your outfits, double-checked your passport…but now that your solo adventure is just hours away, your getting nervous. Suddenly, the confidence that got you here is competing with nerves, doubts, and what-ifs. First, breathe. Night-before jitters are totally normal, especially for…
Scratched or Bitten Abroad
Traveling solo can come with the occasional unexpected moment, like a surprise monkey encounter at a temple or a curious street dog getting too close. While most animal interactions are harmless, it’s important to know what to do if you’re bitten, scratched, or even licked by an animal while traveling, especially in destinations where rabies…
Be Prepared: Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance Options for Solo & Social Female Travelers (2025 Edition) Smart Coverage for Smart Women Traveling the World Whether you’re flying solo or taking a much-needed girls’ trip, one thing remains the same: you want to feel safe, supported, and prepared. Unfortunately you never know when something unexpected might come up. From surprise illnesses…
US Embassy Help While Abroad
What to Know If You’re an American Facing Trouble Far from Home Traveling abroad solo can be an incredible experience, but sometimes unexpected issues come up, especially in countries where English isn’t the first language. If you find yourself in a situation where you feel vulnerable, overwhelmed, or simply lost in translation, the U.S. Embassy…
The Rise of Reading Vacations
The Rise of Reading Trips: Why Bookworms Are Packing Their Bags Have you ever dreamed of escaping to a cozy cabin, beachside hammock, or boutique hotel room with nothing on your agenda but reading? You’re not alone. “Reading trips” are having a major moment and it’s a trend we’re fully here for. Whether you’re traveling…
Vetting Volunteer Organizations
How to Vet a Volunteer Opportunity Abroad (So You Can Help and Feel Good About It) Volunteering abroad can be one of the most meaningful ways to travel. It offers connection, perspective, and purpose. But not all “voluntourism” opportunities are created equal. Some make a real difference. Others… not so much. As a solo traveler,…
Voluntourism Destinations
Here are top voluntourism destinations that offer rewarding solo female travel experiences, blending travel with meaningful community impact. These spots are known for welcoming solo travelers and providing structured opportunities to volunteer while enjoying beautiful or culturally rich settings: US: Asheville, North Carolina Why Go: Scenic mountain town with a strong culture of service and sustainabilityVolunteer Ideas: US:…