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The rising power of solo travellersStudy after study has shown solo travellers over 50 will be the fastest-growing travel demographic over the next decade, not to mention the most empowered, as we...
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Embracing adventure in Oslo in the winterby Carolyn Ray It’s a blustery December morning in Oslo Harbour as I board the SS Helena, an authentic Norwegian three-masted wooden ship, on a Fjord...
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Tip 2: When it rains, grab a poncho and get out there! Prior to boarding the ship, I spent three days exploring a very rainy Bergen. While several people had warned me about...
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Tip 2: When it rains, grab a poncho and get out there! Prior to boarding the ship, I spent three days exploring a very rainy Bergen. While several people had warned me about...
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About 90 minutes by boat from La Paz is Espíritu Santo Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and unique rock formations. It’s estimated that there are approximately...
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Petra, the “Rose-Red” city of the NabateansThe ancient city of Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Carved...
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How to reduce the cost of booking flightsDespite today’s economic challenges, our research shows that women over 50 are planning travel in 2025, with more than 80% of women intending to travel...
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Malaysia’s many festivals are open to everyoneby Carolyn Ray In Malaysia, the capacity for celebration knows no limits. Home to a broad swathe of ethnicities including Malays, Chinese, Indians, expats and Indigenous...
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Other less-travelled towns near AmsterdamWhen JourneyWoman readers heard I was going to Amsterdam, they recommended other small towns to visit. Kinderdijk: “Outside of Amsterdam, I would highly recommend Kinderdijk which is a...
4. What’s your best tip to save money on flights overall?I’m less about saving money and more about the best value. I tend to like premium cabins, so I don’t look for...
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How to be a good train travellerby Carolyn Ray I have to thank a gentleman on a train from Dublin to Cork, Ireland, for inspiring this article. As I write this, we...
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Practical advice and wisdom from women about train travelCurated by the JourneyWoman team Who doesn’t love the idea of travelling by train, especially when it’s so much more relaxed and less hectic...
Women as Stewards of Trinidadian Cultureby Dawn Booker When I travel, I seek places rich in history and culture, offering more than just a typical sun-and-sand vacation. All-inclusive beachfront resorts with commercialized...
Colosseum CornerColosseum Estelle says “Spacious room, beautiful balcony, good energy, quiet and special area, great location, close train station, and buses, a short walk, there are many good restaurants.” Situated right in...
Sights to See in Chihuahua, MexicoThe centrepiece of the city is the Government Palace of Chihuahua (Palacio de Gobierno de Chihuahua). The Governor of the state has executive offices here, and this...
2. Always have a way to reach helpAlways, always have your cell phone at arm’s length (or an Apple Watch that can make calls) and always have it charged. Falling in the...
Beyond the spa, the town of Ixtapan de la Sal has its own charm. With a population of around 19,000, the town is small but vibrant, especially during local festivals like the...
Mexico City’s Vibrant NeighborhoodsEach of Mexico City’s neighborhoods, or “colonias” has its own distinct character and charm. Coyoacán is the bohemian heart of the city. It is famous for its vibrant arts...
Mexico City’s Vibrant NeighborhoodsEach of Mexico City’s neighborhoods, or “colonias” has its own distinct character and charm. Coyoacán is the bohemian heart of the city. It is famous for its vibrant arts...
Why Kerala is the perfect destination for first-time visitors to Indiaby Mariellen Ward India may have a reputation as a challenging travel destination for first-time visitors, but there’s one region that is...
