Have you ever dreamed of putting everything in storage, packing a simple bag, and embarking on year-long adventure? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel and live life on your own terms for an extended period of time? Life (and travel) is all about the experiences we have and the memories we make. Often times we find ourselves holding back on our dream experiences because of our own fears. However, with a little preparation and a whole lot of passion, you can truly make anything happen for yourself. On today’s episode, we are going to chat with my friend Kayleigh, who has been ..read more

We all make mistakes and when it comes to solo travel, those mistakes often have to do with our safety. As women who travel or would like to travel solo, it is extremely important that we take the necessary precautions to ensure our safety.  In today's episode, I will share the common solo travel mistakes I have personally made and how you can avoid making them too. Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a review. It helps us reach more amazing solo travelers. ==About Sara== Sara Ann Straw, CMP is a travel design and destination event expert with over 13 years of e ..read more

If you were given the opportunity to take off tomorrow and live the life of a digital nomad, would you do it? Some of us would be hesitant due to not knowing where to start, how to plan and budget accordingly, and how to make the most of our time traveling by finding the balance between work and adventure. In today’s episode, by sharing her journey into the life of a digital nomad and her solo traveling adventures, our guest Naomi Harris will answer all that and more. Please remember to subscribe and give us a 5-star rating on the podcast platform you use to listen to! ==About Naomi== Naomi Ha ..read more

If I told you I didn’t cry during my first solo travel experience, I would be flat-out lying. The fact is, solo travel can be hard, overwhelming, and leave us wondering “what the hell did I do”. Regardless of how many hard moments I have faced during my solo travels, I would never change nor do I regret any of my experiences. Today's episode is not to turn you away from traveling solo however, I feel it is extremely important to be real and share the unspoken truths about solo travel. Basically, it's the sh*t no one talks about. Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a ..read more

When I think of road trips, I think of the windows rolled down, hair blowing in the wind, laughing and singing to 80’s music with my friends. Maybe for you, your idea of a road trip is similar or maybe it is an SUV full of kids, on your way to give them the best summer ever. Whatever your picture-perfect road trip looks like, each recommendation on today's episode sharing the Top 5 Summer Road Trips will leave you with a summer memory you will never forget. Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a review. It helps us reach more amazing solo travelers. ==About Sara== Sar ..read more

There is no right or wrong way to travel however, the most important thing when choosing a travel style is making sure it is right for you. Nothing is worse than having a reason for traveling and then not being able to get the full experience because you picked the wrong style of travel.  In today's episode, we chat about the many different styles of travel so you can choose the best one for your next journey. Plus, I share my favorite solo travel destinations. Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a review. It helps us reach more amazing solo travelers. ==About S ..read more

Shit happens to everyone. Whether at home or traveling the world, nothing will ever go perfectly (if it does you are a lucky one). However, it's less about what happens and more about how you react to it that can make or break your overall experience.  In today's episode, I share the "oh crap" moments I have experienced while traveling. Hear about my experience with crazy cab drivers, losing my passport, and ripping my pants mid-excursion, 2 hours from my hotel (yes - that happened). From hilarious moments to some scary ones - I have gone through them all but, I NEVER let them ruin my tim ..read more

Travel is our passion and for the past couple of years, our passion has had to take a back seat. However, the desire to travel has not left us. In fact, the search for solo female travel has increased by 62% over the past few years. It’s amazing to know that so many of you bad-ass women are becoming more and more empowered to explore the world, solo. To help you on your journey, here are my top destinations for solo travel in 2022. Sign up for The Beginner's Guide to Solo Travel LIVE. In this exclusive LIVE digital event, we will break down the basics of solo travel and how you can stay safe ..read more

Sign up for The Beginner's Guide to Solo Travel LIVE. Solo travel is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself. From exploring new destinations and immersing yourself in other cultures, when traveling alone you will learn and experience more than you can imagine. In this exclusive LIVE digital event, we will break down the basics of solo travel and how you can stay safe, stay smart, and travel on your own terms. Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/259264004617 ==About Sara== Sara Ann Straw, CMP is a travel design and destination event expert with over 13 years of exp ..read more

Let's face it, we are all sick of being in our bubbles and that solo travel bug is biting. However, we all (veterans and newbies) may be a bit nervous about getting back into the world of solo travel.  In today's episode, I share some advice on how you can start or re-start your solo travel adventures. We have all had the past two years affect us in many different ways so, this is just my advice. You always need to choose what is best for you! Sign up for The Beginner's Guide to Solo Travel LIVE. P.S. I may have dropped some exclusive info on one of our featured speakers Jessica Lee from ..read more