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The Rise Of Solo Female Travel In 2025

Once regarded as a niche activity, solo female travel has blossomed into a global phenomenon. Over the last two years, an unprecedented number of women embarked on solo journeys. Not to escape, but to explore. This surge is more than anecdotal; it's supported by compelling statistics and societal changes that signify a broader transformation in…

November 17, 20253Comments Byrobynfoyster

Destinations

The Joy of Village Life in Upper Hunter’s Murrurundi

“That’ll cost you the price of a smile.” — a local at the Murrurundi sausage sizzle, capturing the country spirit perfectly The Magic of Slowing Down Everybody dreams of village life — even city dwellers. Deep down, we all crave connection: that feeling of belonging where neighbours wave as you drive by, your barista knows…

November 13, 20250Comments Byrobynfoyster

Experiences

Into the Wild: My First Safari In Botswana

Valerie Orton is on a year-long “Golden Gap Year,” travelling the world and embracing new adventures. After years in executive leadership and resilience coaching, she decided to swap the boardrooms for bushlands, cityscapes, and far-flung destinations. Here, she shares her first safari experience in Botswana, Africa. In all, Valerie was in Africa for four weeks.…

November 10, 20250Comments ByValerie Orton

Experiences

Walking the Routeburn Track: New Zealand’s Alpine Story

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,…

November 4, 20250Comments Byrobynfoyster

News

Beyond the Horizon: Meet the Photographers Redefining Panoramic Photography

The 16th Epson International Pano Awards, the world’s largest global competition for panoramic photography, has unveiled its 2025 winners, showcasing artists who expand our perception of space, light, and landscape. From the icy peaks of the Dolomites to the shimmering northern skies over Senja Island, these images invite us not merely to see the world,…

November 3, 20250Comments ByMarie-Antoinette Issa

Experiences

The Subtle Joy of Eating Alone

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,…

November 3, 20250Comments Byrobynfoyster

Hotels & Resorts

Discover Puerto Vallarta’s Hidden Escape: Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit

Puerto Vallarta’s beauty is no secret — its beaches, palm-lined promenades and fiery sunsets have been luring travellers for decades. But that popularity also means finding peace and privacy can be tricky… unless you know where to look. Tucked away in the lush hills above the coast, where the call of chachalaca birds and the…

October 31, 20250Comments ByLucy Broadbent

Experiences

Paris to Geneva on Two Wheels: A Solo Cycling Adventure

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,…

October 30, 20250Comments Byrobynfoyster

Destinations

Fiji for One: Why This South Pacific Escape Is Ideal For Solo Travel

Solo travel is no longer a niche pursuit. According to recent research from Webjet, nearly half of Australians are planning a solo adventure in the next two years, and for good reason. There’s something transformative about stepping out of your comfort zone, and if you’re ready to take that leap, Fiji might just be the…

October 27, 20250Comments ByMarie-Antoinette Issa

Destinations

Viva Le Art! Mexico City Paints Outside the Lines in Lonely Planet Art Destinations

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…

October 23, 20250Comments Byrobynfoyster

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