Women's Solo Travel:
Tips & Inspiration

Hello, fellow female solo travelers! Whether you’re actively solo traveling seeking tips to take your trips from good to magical, or you’re wishing to add safe solo travel to your life, great to meet you! I'm Joy, your go-to guide for safe and successful solo travel—and today, I’m sharing one of my favorite solo adventures that blended the buzz of the big city with the serenity of the Southwest. If you're looking to travel solo but want a mix of excitement and relaxation, this one’s for you.

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You don’t need to wait for someone to join you. You don’t need a reason, a perfect plan, or even permission. You only need a little courage—and some helpful guidance to get started safely and confidently.

If you’ve ever Googled how to travel solo as a woman or how to travel safely alone, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. As a travel coach who’s also a stage 4 cancer survivor, I discovered painfully that life can change in an instant. That’s why I’m passionate about helping women like you take that trip for yourself now, while you still have your good health and mobility.

Your life can change in an instant. Don’t wait for a wake-up call to start living more fully. Begin today. Even a single overnight getaway can open your eyes and heart to a new version of you that’s been quietly waiting for her turn.

If you’ve ever spoken to a traditional travel advisor, you’ve probably heard some version of: Where are you going? When? What's your budget? And while there’s nothing wrong with those questions—especially if you're ready to book—they assume you already have your plans in place and just need someone to handle logistics. But what if you’re not ready to book? What if you have a strong desire to travel solo but feel uncertain, scared, or overwhelmed? That’s where a travel coach like me comes in.

Traveling solo as a woman is absolutely doable—and incredibly rewarding—with just a little planning and the right tools. Prioritize your safety without compromising your freedom, and you’ll find solo travel to be one of the most liberating experiences of your life.

To feel safe, confident, and prepared, there are important questions you must ask yourself before you take that first (or even next) solo trip in today’s world. As a solo traveler for over two decades and your guide to joyful solo travel (Hi, I’m Joy) at TravelWithJoyTV.com, I’m here to help you think through those essential details before you go it alone.

One of my favorite parts of solo travel is the ability to say “yes” to whatever it is that you need in the moment. We’re usually putting everyone else’s wants or interests first—am I right ladies? In Hermann, I chose to linger in those indoor (& outdoor) jetted hot tubs and give myself plenty of downtime to reflect on what is (& isn’t) working in life so I could plan changes.

Fear is the number one reason women hesitate to travel solo. You might wonder, Will I be safe? What if something goes wrong? Will I feel lonely or lost? These fears are valid—and also totally manageable. With the right planning with a travel coach, smart safety strategies, and a bit of mindset work, fear transforms into freedom. You don't have to be fearless to travel solo—you just need to be prepared and open to the growth that comes with it. Fear shrinks your world. Solo travel expands it.

When was the last time you got to be the one who didn’t have to do a single thing for anyone else? Enter solo travel for women. Not just a getaway, but a glorious pause button on everyone else’s needs, and a green light on yours.

You are allowed to do something just for you. Not because you earned it, not because everything’s finally in place, and not because someone gave you the green light. Simply because you deserve it.