Once again the world is in shock over the pointless deaths of people involved in a terrorist attack. The latest event happened in Sri Lanka over the weekend. More than 290 people are reported to have lost their lives in this tragedy that targeted churches and hotels. Once again the world is mourning and many …
Sitting on a bus in Penang recently, I was once again asked why I was travelling on my own. The lovely young woman who had struck up a conversation with me, seemed perplexed to why I was travelling solo as an older woman. The barrage of questions being asked of me; Aren’t you afraid? (No) …
Today I am deeply saddened and angered by the news of another terrorist attack that took the innocent lives of some of our brothers and sisters in Christchurch New Zealand. As someone who just can’t understand hate I’m left wondering once again how such a tragedy could happen. I’m truly perplexed at what has been …
For a variety of reasons many of us are venturing out in to the world as a solo traveller. Women in particular are finding new adventures on their own. Some of us love to go it totally alone and others like to travel solo on a guided tour. This sometimes depends on our destination and …
A picture popped up on my Facebook feed this morning that reminded me of travelling alone 9 years ago. A spritely 44 year old at the time, it got me thinking about the differences between travelling solo in my younger years and my experiences as a 50 something. The long haul flight takes its toll. …
As a long time solo traveller, I often write or read about overcoming your fears to go it alone. The fear of travelling solo for the first time is very real. Knowing it’s all on you can be overwhelming at times, but once you’ve taken the leap you’ll never look back. What’s that saying once …
After a great few days in Melaka I headed back to Kuala Lumpur and anxiously awaited my trip to the Batu Caves in Gombak Selangor. I’d long wanted to see the Caves for myself. The first thing that strikes you when you arrive at the Batu Caves is the enormous statue of Lord Murugan the …
As a lover of history and culture, Melaka was top of my list of places to go in Malaysia. About two and a half hours from Kuala Lumpur Melaka makes a great day trip. A more gentrified city, than others in Malaysia, there’s plenty of great things to do in Melaka. Take a boat cruise …
Penang is situated in the North West of the Malaysian Peninsula by the Mallaca Straits. Its a place filled with history, food and cultural experiences. If you’re looking for places to visit in Penang, in this post I’ll share the top things to do in Penang Malaysia. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means …
Older female travel bloggers are taking on the world of blogging in so many great ways. They are proving that Travel is for everyone both young and old and telling their stories of where to go and what to see at any age. I love showcasing their work to inspire others to venture out into …
I must confess that Asia has become a favourite destination for me. Easy to navigate, friendly and relatively inexpensive Asia is great for Solo Female Travel. Not too far from home in Australia and filled with a richness of culture Malaysia is first on my list for 2019. There are so many things to do …
Travel bloggers are often more likely to be showcasing destinations outside their own towns or countries providing us with an travellers view of the places they visit. The places they come from are often places we would love to visit. I caught up with a few bloggers to get the inside stories of their home …
Exploring a different country’s architecture is one of my favourite things to do on my travels. Architecture tells the story of a place. It portrays history and paints a picture of how people live now and in the past. Seeing the architecture of different communities is part of the cultural experience, just like trying the …
Sleeping in airports isn’t always a thing that’s planned. Missing a connecting flight or having a long layover can see you having to find a place to rest up on your journey. We often read about all the wonderful things about the travels of others. But sometimes the reality of travel can be very different …
What on earth were you thinking woman? My mind was running overtime, while I waited to board the plane from Australia to the United States for my first solo travel experience. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you make a purchase using my link. It’s okay- I love …
Wondering where to go on your solo female travel adventures? Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you make a purchase using my link. It’s okay- I love these companies and you will too! When you venture out into the world on your own you are responsible for …
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you make a purchase using my link. It’s okay- I love these companies and you will too! A visit to the North Island of New Zealand would not be complete without a trip to the Bay of Plenty. New Zealand’s North …
Travel inspiration is everywhere. Some of us find places to go on social media, others read books, some get their inspiration from art or history and others are inspired by looking for travel deals. For me travel inspiration is everywhere, I want to travel to so many places in this amazing world. Art, culture and …
Solo travel for the first timer is often both a daunting thing and a choice made for many reasons. The most common reason for deciding to venture out on our own is that our friends or family don’t have the same travel aspirations as us or that trying to organise them to travel can be …
With so many amazing places to experience, deciding your next travel destination can be overwhelming. UNESCO World Heritage sites give you a taste of the culture, and the sense of the humanity of a place. World Heritage can also protect areas of natural beauty and scientific significance. Why not base your travels on visits to …