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Learning Based Travel: Why Women Over 50 Are Embracing This Travel Trend

When I first started traveling solo in my mid-40s, I thought my trips would be all about sightseeing, relaxing, and maybe a little shopping. What I didn’t expect

post travel blues

Beating the Post Travel Blues: How Women Over 50 Can Keep the Vacation Glow Alive

I’ll admit it, I’ve felt the sting of the post travel blues. You know that feeling: you return home from an incredible trip, your suitcase still half-packed, and

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Married Women Traveling Alone: Why It’s Okay to Take That Journey Without Your Spouse

The phrase married women traveling alone tends to get a reaction. Some people are supportive and curious, while others raise their eyebrows and wonder, Why would a married

small ship river cruises

9 Reasons to Consider Small Ship River Cruises for Your Next Vacation

Small ship cruises are capturing the hearts of many solo women travelers over 50, especially those seeking unique and meaningful experiences. Among these options, small ship river cruises

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How Does Traveling Build Confidence?

Packing a suitcase for a solo trip brings its own set of butterflies, especially the first time. I know that feeling well. As a woman over 45, planning

Can solo travel reduce loneliness

From Lonely to Lifted: Can Solo Travel Reduce Loneliness After 50?

I never thought loneliness would be something I’d wrestle with in midlife. But once my daughter was grown, routines settled in, and friendships shifted, I realized how quiet

brain benefits of traveling solo after 50

The Brain Benefits of Traveling Solo After 50

When I boarded the plane for my very first solo trip in my 40s, I thought the biggest challenge would be logistics like navigating airports, finding my hotel,

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Taxis vs Rideshares: Which Is Safer for Solo Female Travelers Over 50?

Before I dive into this post about safely using taxis and rideshare services when you travel, I want to share a personal story. In 2015, my daughter and

public transport safety for women over 50

How to Keep Yourself Safe on Public Transport: Smart Strategies for Solo Female Travelers Over 50

I believe that learning how to use public transportation is a valuable skill when you travel. Even if you travel with a women’s only travel group like Sisterhood

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The Best Safety Apps for Solo Female Travelers Over 50: My Must-Have Guide

Traveling on my own has always been a source of joy and, yes, a little nervous excitement. As a solo female traveler over 50, there’s something empowering about

Hotel Safety Tips For Solo Female Travelers Over 50

Hotel and Airbnb Safety Tips for Solo Female Travelers Over 50

When I started traveling solo in my fifties, safety was the first thing on my mind, and probably yours too. There’s unique freedom in booking a room or

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When They Don’t Understand: Navigating Unsupportive Friends and Family as a Solo Traveler Over 50

There’s something transformative about waking up in a place where no one knows your name. The air feels different, time slows down, and your senses come alive in