There’s a hush as you step onto the Routeburn Track. The beech forest swallows sound, its moss-draped branches filtering soft light, while the river rushes somewhere below, crystalline and untamed. Here, in the wild meeting place of Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Parks, every footstep is part of a larger story; one of deep history,…
By Kate McGuinness | Extract from Lonely Planet’s Women Travel Solo
Whether it’s a bustling hawker market in Penang, a candlelit tasting menu in Dublin, or a quiet taco stand on the road in Mexico, dining alone can be one of travel’s most unexpectedly joyful experiences. In this extract from Lonely Planet's Women Travel Solo,…
By Ashley Parsons | Extract from Lonely Planet’s Women Travel Solo
“Cycling solo taught me that I can journey alone—but it’s still nice to have help along the way.”
With a vintage bike, a tent, and a sleeping bag, Ashley Parsons set out on an unplanned adventure: cycling from Paris to Geneva. Along canals, forests,…
In Mexico City, art is painted on walls, stitched into the streets, and splashed across the skyline like a fiesta of colour. This is a city where creativity never takes a siesta and where every mural, monument, and museum tells a story of passion, protest and pride.
From the grand Paseo de la Reforma to…
Travel for women in 2025 is about more than just seeing the sights — it’s about connection, culture, and confidence. According to the Holafly Summer 2025 Travel & Connectivity Report – Beyond Borders, women are driving the trend toward destinations that combine safety, inspiration, and experiences that feed both the mind and spirit.
Here are…
Nestled in the rolling hills near Mudgee, where green paddocks stretch endlessly beneath a wide-open sky, Gooree Park shaped not just my childhood, but the path my life would follow.
As a young girl, I rode horses, mustered cattle, and scribbled poems by the river, learning to uncover the stories hidden in the land,…
Travelling alone as a woman can be both exhilarating and daunting. Sure, you feel a mix of excitement and apprehension when embarking on solo journeys. It’s perfectly normal to worry about safety and the unknown. But what we get from taking the plunge is an intoxicating mix of personal growth, freedom, and perspective that often…
Travel has always been about discovery, but in 2025, it’s also about digital connection. According to the Summer 2025 Travel & Connectivity Report – Beyond Borders, how we stay online while abroad is no longer a side detail. It has become a frontline issue shaping not only productivity, but also wellbeing, sustainability, and even how…
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Women Love Travel is a digital destination for women who believe that travel is a way to grow, connect, and rediscover what matters most. From hidden gems to luxury escapes, solo adventures to cultural immersions, we share stories, guides, and experiences…
A host of emerging travel trends are reshaping how we holiday in 2025. These include “Set & Forget” (think all-inclusive escapes where everything from flights to food is covered in one click) an "Set Jetting” — where fans flock to destinations featured in their favourite shows and films. For example, with the new season of…
