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From its origins as a Gallic settlement, to the Vikings, to becoming the Norman capital of France, Rouen is today a thriving, welcoming city, offering women many compelling reasons to visit, especially...
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Giverny is a village in the region of Normandy in northern France.
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When life gets hectic, the first things to get kicked down the priority list are the activities we do for the fun of them—the things we do just for ourselves. Solo travel...
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May is a month of opportunity. Foliage is blooming and temperatures rising in so many places, but crowds are not yet at their peak: Vacations for families ruled by school-break weeks have...
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River cruising in Europe is one of those delightfully slow and easy modes of travel. You're in a small floating hotel, gliding through calm inland waters past castles, vineyards and scenery that...
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Amsterdam and Paris are two iconic European cities that most travellers have on their bucket list. Lucky for you, they’re also a short train ride away from one another, meaning you can...
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There are a lot of people who play a role in making a WOW trip exceptional, but it’s the private local guides who are the linchpin. These on-the-ground fixers bring to life...
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Be prepared for a visual feast on this week-long trip around the eastern part of Normandy, the cradle of impressionism – the 19th-century art movement made famous by French painter Claude Monet....
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Europe is the world’s most popular tourist destination in terms of sheer numbers. The main attraction for millions is history and culture. From stunning architecture to world-renowned cuisines, every region offers an...
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I took my first three week trip to Europe in 2012. I was 19 years old and it was my first trip to Europe, as well as my first solo trip ever....
Women recommend their favourite places to stay around the worldCurated by Carolyn Ray For solo women, finding safe and affordable places to stay can make or break a trip. This month we...
The Khalil Museum is a real Cairo hidden gem inside a Nile-side palace that houses an Impressionist collection to rival European exhibits.The Khalil Museum isn’t what you’d expect from a city known...
