female travel

The girl's guide to all things travel; optimal itineraries, recommendations and more for solo female travel and group trips alike.

Looking Back: My Naivety
March 5, 2020: Paola, Calabria I woke up this morning with such a happy and satisfied feeling. I don't remember exactly what my dream was about, but I know that I was flirting with my handsome fiance and making some food. I woke up before my alarm went off and because of the light slipping in through the slats of my window shades, I could tell it was a beautiful day outside.
By Renee5 years ago in Wander
Catch Her If You Can! A Feature on Jessica Nabongo. Top Story - March 2021.
I'm excited to highlight someone who I think is super inspirational. Travel influencer and creator Jessica Nabongo-- @thecatchmeifyoucan on Instagram-- is the first Black woman to travel to all 195 countries on this earth! As of October 2019, she has achieved this feat and has been on Good Morning America. Jessica has also been part of the Four Seasons celebration of Black excellence on Instagram, and has been written about in Forbes. She is writing a book about her experiences; I can't wait to read it when it comes out.
By Denise Elnajjar5 years ago in Wander
Without Feet Or Head.
This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let go of life. Finally, to take a step without feet. -Rumi
By E.K. Daniels5 years ago in Wander
Her two cents worth
I miss my Aunt. Her razor sharp wit and flair for the dramatic. I idolized this larger than life dynamo of a woman. Aunt Zu was the best combination of fearless leader, creator of theatrical magic and down to earth loving friend and confidant. I grew up playing in her world of theatrical magic, uproarious gatherings and wonderous wanderings.
By Teresa Shea5 years ago in Wander
Death Valley: a land of extremes!
From when I saw a sign that said: "Stop, extreme heat danger, walking after 10:00 am not recommended" I said to myself, ohhh hell naahhh! I immediately thought that there was no way that could be fun, because let me tell ya! It was after 10:00 am! And man, I don't even like the Caribbean heat...
By Chelsea Martínez5 years ago in Wander
little black book
A few summers back, I was backpacking through Europe when I ran into a mirror of myself. I was out exploring in Venice early one morning when I came upon a huge glass sculpture bigger than my NYC flat. While struggling to find a good spot to set up my camera for a picture, I saw a girl on the opposite side, doing exactly the same thing. I decided to go ask her to take my photo for me, and I'd do the same for her.
By Rosa Yi5 years ago in Wander
Blessed
Even on her deathbed, Benedita’s grandmother was positive and full of wisdom, how she'd always be remembered. “Ask of the universe and you shall recieve,” she used to say, her dark-as-midnight eyes twinkling with something that Benedita couldn’t quite understand, but wished someday she might.
By Hayley Toye5 years ago in Wander
Adventure Awaits
Plot: Alli is an unmarried 50-year-old English and History professor from Nowhere, Pennsylvania. Shortly after attending her mother's funeral, she finds a mysterious suitcase on the kitchen table containing $20,000 in cash, in multiple currencies, a passport, and a little black book. What follows is what can only be described as an adventure of a lifetime. Her task…scatter her mother's ashes in 4 locations around the world, all before April 21st! Is she up to the task? Will she make it to her final destination by the deadline? I guess you'll have to read and see…
By Overall Good Day Girl5 years ago in Wander
Sickness in Paradise
Whenever I recount this story, I still cannot believe my luck. On my way to the town of San Pedro de Atacama in northern Chile, I took some time to pause in La Serena; the city of the golden papayas. I had already encountered some disappointment the previous day when attempting to hitch-hike to the Humboldt Penguin Reserve on Isla Damas with two German girls. One of our 'chauffeurs' drove a small van and stopped unannounced at various shops to make his deliveries. As a result of the glacial pace at which life moves outside of the capital of Santiago, we missed the last boat to Isla Damas and had to pretty much turn back as soon as we arrived. However, I was determined that this minor setback would not stop me from enjoying the next part of my adventure which I had planned - a detour to the sleepy village of Pisco Elqui; a place renowned for its pristine skies and potent liquor.
By Cassandra Mathews5 years ago in Wander
The Departures Board
Istanbul. Rome. Rio de Janeiro. Marie stood in front of the departure screen, lightly bouncing on her toes. She pulled out the well-worn black notebook from the bag slung across her back and stared at the mostly blank first page.
By Immanuel Coke5 years ago in Wander
The Train Journey
The train chugged along. She looked out of the window, deep in thought. The scenes scrolled into oblivion as she sipped the mediocre coffee served on trains. Her breath formed temporary stories onto the glass, but they faded from memory almost as soon as they were told. She was alone in the compartment. She was alone in life. It seemed befitting somehow.
By Salma Y5 years ago in Wander
The Stranger
The Stranger The rain pounded incessantly on my windshield. The dark of night surrounded me as I struggled to concentrate on the road before me. I reached for the knob of the stereo, and increased the volume. I did this with hope that the noise would keep my heavy eyelids from closing. As I approached the hazy red light before me, I cautiously came to a stop. At first I thought the sound of the screeching brakes was coming from my blaring speakers. I did not comprehend the actuality of the sound until it was too late.
By Stephanie Hifler5 years ago in Wander