Ideas for those who love a museum!
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Soak: The Springs Resort – over 20 mineral pools right along the San Juan River. You can even hop between pools under the stars.
Town Vibe: Laid-back mountain town with a creative arts scene and wellness-forward energy.
Don’t Miss:
Afternoon dip followed by green chili at a local diner
Solo-friendly hike to Piedra Falls
Geothermal cave experience at Overlook Hot Springs
Solo Vibe: Peaceful, independent, outdoorsy. You’ll meet plenty of other solo travelers and friendly locals.
Soak: Krauma Geothermal Baths – modern, minimalist design using water from Europe’s most powerful hot spring.
Town Vibe: Quiet, literary, and rooted in Viking history. A short drive from scenic fjords and waterfalls.
Don’t Miss:
Hot spring to cold plunge challenge
Visit to nearby waterfalls (Hraunfossar)
A cozy meal of lamb stew or fresh Arctic char
Solo Vibe: Tranquil and safe. Iceland is one of the best countries for solo female travel.
Soak: Ecotopia Hot Springs – tucked into a riverbank with natural stone pools (reservations required).
Town Vibe: Boho-chic with boutique shops, art galleries, farm-to-table dining, and a slow-living pace.
Don’t Miss:
Sunset “pink moment” at Meditation Mount
Vintage + artisan shopping in town
Sound bath or crystal healing session
Solo Vibe: Ideal for wellness-seekers and creatives. Low-key and female-traveler friendly.
Soak: Terra Nostra Garden Hotel – historic thermal baths in the middle of a botanical garden.
Town Vibe: Quaint and lush. Volcano-heated cooking and cloud-draped greenery make it feel otherworldly.
Don’t Miss:
Steamy soak followed by cozido (meal cooked underground with geothermal heat)
Solo walk around Lagoa das Furnas
Local tea plantations and nature trails
Solo Vibe: Peaceful and welcoming. English is widely spoken, and the area is low-tourist and relaxed.
Soak: Buckstaff or Quapaw Baths – historic bathhouses on Bathhouse Row in Hot Springs National Park.
Town Vibe: Vintage Americana meets nature. Quirky galleries, live music, and Southern hospitality.
Don’t Miss:
Traditional thermal bath in a 1912 facility
Solo stroll through the National Park trails
Retro diner lunch or live music downtown
Solo Vibe: Easy to navigate, friendly locals, and a rich history for curious solo travelers.
Specializing in Viking and Tauk
