Curated articles on solo female travel

Exact quote

“The destinations I list here are places where I felt comfortable and safe exploring alone. Some have sociable hostels or cosy guesthouses that feel like home. Others have excellent public transport systems that make getting around simple. All of them made solo travel a joy rather than a hassle.”

Exact quote

“Welcome to JourneyWoman: The world’s first and most trusted resource for female solo travel, based in Canada As the world’s first solo travel website for women, we believe that travel is an integral part of our lives, cultivating joy, connection and self-discovery. Founded in 1994 in Toronto, Canada by travel writer Evelyn Hannon, we are committed to making our world a kinder, safer and more inclusive place.”

Exact quote

“My blog, which is dedicated to solo female travel, receives 5 million visits annually. Take it from us – it’s one of the most empowering decisions you can make for yourself. It will be scary, and at some point, lonely, but that’s also precisely the zone where greatness happens, and everyone deserves to feel that way.”

Exact quote

“From select regions to entire countries, here are the 15 solo travel destinations they chose for women traveling alone. While everyone was taking Game of Thrones tours or yachting in Croatia, Faith Yi, 34, from Brooklyn, New York, was exploring Slovenia, its less traveled neighbor to the north. Yi, who’s a travel publicist, has been to 25 countries, and finds the solo travel experience to be freeing and empowering.”

Exact quote

“I have been drawn to the concept of solo traveling, especially as a woman, because of the sheer strength, confidence and self-reliance that comes from navigating a foreign country sans companions. While the idea of traveling solo has always existed, as of late it seems to have reached a fever pitch as women embrace travel and all its intricacies with open arms.”

Exact quote

“I believe that with the right research and preparation, it’s safe for a woman to travel almost anywhere in the world. Most women don’t realize this because they are fed a constant narrative of, “It’s not safe! You can’t go there and you can’t go alone!” Most of this well-intended advice is given by people who aren’t accustomed to travel, yet it tends to drown out those who actually travel.”

Exact quote

“While it was possible to feel inspired and delighted everywhere, a few places in particular stand out as great options for women traveling alone. Below are 10 solo travel destinations that you probably didn’t expect to be awesome for solo female travelers in particular, whether for their women-oriented businesses or for their safety, solitude, spirituality, or sociability.”

Exact quote

“In hopes of helping, I'm going to point you to some of what I consider to be the best solo summer vacations. If you'd prefer to take a tour rather than plan a trip yourself, check out our Solo Travel Deals page and sign up for Tracey's List.”

Exact quote

“In various Facebook groups I’m part of, I often see posts from women who are mid-solo trip who have run into some sort of safety concern with their accommodations but have no emergency funds set aside to be able to last-minute book an alternative,” said solo travel expert and author Nausheen Farishta. “As women, unfortunately we do have to factor in additional safety precautions when traveling alone.”

Exact quote

“When you count yourself among the most organized and particular about vacation planning, there is but one solution: vacationing solo. Think about it: You’ll have total and complete control of the budget, the menu, and the activities. There will be no complaints, last-minute alterations, or unwanted suggestions unless they come from you, and you alone!”