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I teach women how to travel the world safely — and I’m here to help you have the best trip ever.

I quit my job to travel the world alone in 2010. 12 years later, I’ve traveled to 83 countries and all seven continents! Oh, and I never went back to a “real” job.

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Did you know that I’m actually half Mauritian? I’ve luckily been able to visit Mauritius a few times over the years and it holds a special place in my heart. I’ve recently returned from the most incredible trip to Marrakech, Morocco, and have previously visited Agadir. I hope to travel more of Africa in the future and will definitely be creating more posts so watch this space.

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Escape with Absolutely Lucy on a European adventure. Whether it’s a weekend city break, a long summer holiday or perhaps even an epic road trip or Interrail. Get off the beaten track in Slovenia or explore alpine lakes in Austria and Switzerland. Get away from the crowds and visit Liechtenstein and tick off the 6th smallest country in the world. Summer holiday in Malta, Greece, Italy or Portugal and top up that tan. Or head to Ibiza and dance until the sun comes up. I’ve got everything from European music festivals to travelling by campervan to hotel hopping from city to city. There are so many amazing options when travelling Europe and it’s the perfect place for a solo female travel adventure.

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By far the most long-awaited continent I have visited. With plans of spending months exploring Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia and many more. Unfortunately, my trip was cut short due to the panny-d. I had just arrived in Cartagena, Colombia, when the borders started to close and Central & South America went into lockdown. Luckily I made it back to the UK safely – but sadly it has meant my trip has been postponed until a later date. Watch this space for upcoming content.

I’ve always been very lucky to come from a beautiful part of the world – the North Norfolk coast. Growing up, I had some of the best beaches in the UK and some amazing forests just down the road. Over the years I’ve loved enjoying city breaks in London, York, Cambridge, Norwich and Brighton. Some of my favourite things to do are find amazing places to eat including London food markets, heading to UK music festivals or taking a road trip across the UK. Now that I have the camper van, my forays across the UK are more focused on wild swimming spots, best places for vanlife and campervan trips, plus hiking guides and exploring national parks.

Come skydiving with me to celebrate my 30th birthday! I promised myself I wouldn't turn 30 without completing a skydive – now I always dreamed it would happen in New Zealand part way through a working holiday visa. But sadly a pandemic happened and it wasn't meant to be. But, I'm never going to let anything stop me from achieving my dreams. So it might be two years later than expected, but I finally got to do the skydive of my dreams with UK Parachuting at Sibson Airfield near Wandsworth in Peterborough. We jumped from 13,000ft and travelled at a speed of 120mph through the air over one of the oldest drop zones in the country! I think you can tell from my reaction how much I enjoyed it and before I had even touched the ground I already knew I would be doing another. The question is – where should I do the next skydive? Would you like to do a skydive? For those who are new to this channel, I'm Lucy, a solo female travel blogger from the UK, who loved adventure travel, music festivals and vanlife. Get my free eBook on how to save up to £10k for travel: https://urlis.net/ue0k9 Blog: https://absolutelylucy.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/absolutelylucy/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/AbsolutelyLucy/ TW: https://twitter.com/absolutely_lucy If you would like to work with me, please email: [email protected] Book your skydive: https://ukparachuting.co.uk/

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What a way to spend my last international trip of 2022. Flying business class with United Airlines from London Heathrow to Boston, Massachusetts, for a weekend of exploring the larges, most walkable city in the USA. [ad press trip] This trip was a press trip with United Airlines, Travel Up and the Boston Tourism Board. From those beautiful fall colours at Boston Common and visiting Fenway Park – home of the Red Sox, to tasting the famous lobster rolls and fresh oysters the city is known for. We explored art, culture, heritage and history as we walked the streets of Boston, USA, and even took to the water for a "Duck Tour" around the harbour. If you've ever wanted to visit Boston – I've found the best things to do in Boston and have written a guide to the best 22, including tips on how to travel there and where to stay. Check out my blog post for a full itinerary and where we stayed: https://absolutelylucy.com/22-best-things-to-do-in-boston-usa/ Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you want to see more videos from me :-) For those who are new to this channel, I'm Lucy, a solo female travel blogger from the UK, who loved adventure travel, music festivals and vanlife. Get my free eBook on how to save up to £10k for travel: https://urlis.net/ue0k9 Blog: https://absolutelylucy.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/absolutelylucy FB: https://www.facebook.com/AbsolutelyLucy/ TW: https://twitter.com/absolutely_lucy

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What a way to spend my last international trip of 2022. Flying business class with United Airlines from London Heathrow to Boston, Massachusetts, for a weekend of exploring the larges, most walkable city in the USA. [ad press trip] This trip was a press trip with United Airlines, Travel Up and the Boston Tourism Board. There was so much to cram in that I've split it across two vlogs – here's Part 1 - enjoy! From those beautiful fall colours at Boston Common and visiting Fenway Park – home of the Red Sox, to tasting the famous lobster rolls and fresh oysters the city is known for. We explored art, culture, heritage and history as we walked the streets of Boston, USA, and even took to the water for a "Duck Tour" around the harbour. If you've ever wanted to visit Boston – I've found the best things to do in Boston and have written a guide to the best 22, including tips on how to travel there and where to stay. Check out my blog post for a full itinerary and where we stayed: https://absolutelylucy.com/22-best-things-to-do-in-boston-usa/ Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you want to see more videos from me :-) For those who are new to this channel, I'm Lucy, a solo female travel blogger from the UK, who loved adventure travel, music festivals and vanlife. Get my free eBook on how to save up to £10k for travel: https://urlis.net/ue0k9 Blog: https://absolutelylucy.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/absolutelylucy FB: https://www.facebook.com/AbsolutelyLucy/ TW: https://twitter.com/absolutely_lucy

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STOP SCROLLING ✋ Where are my solo travellers at? The ones who are sat in the office at work scrolling on IG wishing they were someplace far away on the adventure of a lifetime? The ones who dream of travelling but have no one to go with them? But are scared to go it alone? How about the ones who see their friends settling down, getting married and having kids, buying houses, but know that they want something different from life? You’re in the right place ❤️ I was you once and now I’m on a mission to give women the tools and the confidence to travel the world solo 🌍 join my community of travellers! >> check out my travel blog AbsolutelyLucy.com for solo travel guides and tips for solo female travellers 💕 >> follow @absolutelylucy for adventure travel, solo travel advice and all my best travel hacks! >> click the link in my bio to get my FREE eBook and save up to £10k for travel! What’s your biggest travel fear about travelling solo? #solotravelgirl #travelsologirl #solotravelingisfun #solotravelling #solotravelers #solotravellingwoman #solotravellers #solotraveldiaries #solotravelstories #solotraveltips #womenwhotravelsolo #womentravelsolo #womentravellers #travellingalone #travellingsolo #solofemalevanlife #solofemaletraveler #solofemaletravel #gltlove #glt #girlswhotravelsolo #girlswhotraveltheworld #digitalnomadgirl

Did you know the average person lives just 4,000 weeks? The average person in the UK will spend over 3,500 days of their life at work and so many of us don’t even take our full annual leave. One of my last jobs was in a place with unlimited leave - and amazing perks - but even then some people had to be told to take even the minimum allowed in the UK 😮 Life is so short and so precious, and while we can’t live our lives on holiday, it is so important not to spend our lives waiting to get to “the good bit”. When 🦠 hit, I knew so many people who had longed to travel for years, and were due to leave within weeks of lockdown. By the time two years had passed, they were settled again and had jobs/homes and couldn’t take the chance again. You don’t have to sacrifice all stability in your life to travel, it’s perfectly possible to fit it around your annual leave and have some amazing experiences without always waiting for retirement. Here’s 5 ways you can travel while in full time work WITHOUT quitting your job! 🔸 USE your annual leave and max it out, you can often buy more days if you want & by taking them over public holidays you can actually end up with much longer breaks! 🔹 Find a job that involves travel! There are so many paid travel opportunities >> @packslight has a great newsletter with reccs and advice on how to find them! 🔸 Take a sabbatical - a lot of companies offer these and they could be 6 months, a year or more! If you’re looking to travel long-term but don’t want to quit - this is a great option! 🔹 Become a digital nomad and work remotely - there are so many amazing opportunities to work online these days and entire companies that work remotely! 🔸 Transfer to a role abroad - lots of big companies will have departments in other countries - find out what roles are available and see if it’s in a location where you might want to stay or live and travel from there How do you bring travel into your life? #annualleave #holiday #solotravelingisfun #solotravellingwoman #solotravelgirl #digitalnomadlifestyle #digitalnomadgirls #digitalnomadspirit #digitalnomadwomen #sabbaticallife #sabbatical #pto #traveljobs #traveljob #adventurewomen

Is this my new favourite place in Europe? 😮 Lake Bled, Slovenia 🇸🇮 is such an amazing destination - mountains, castles, a lake, incredible hiking and amazing food & wine! I honestly can’t recommend it enough - it was the perfect way to start the summer ☀️ thinking of visiting? Here’s my best tips for planning a trip to Lake Bled - and a 3 day itinerary 😍 🛌 stay APARTMENTS LEDRAR 🍽️ eat at @oldcellarbled @gardenrestaurantbled @art_cafe_bled Sova Tale of Us Day 1 - A day exploring Bled 🏰 🔸 Head to a bakery and pick up pastries 🥐 🔹 Take a stroll around the lake (6km) 🔸 Stop off to hire a rowing boat and row over to Bled Island 🔹 Visit the church and ring the Wishing Bell 🔔 🔸 Wander up to Bled Castle and enjoy a Bled cream cake with a view of the island 😍 🔹 Head for dinner at @oldcellarbled 🔸 Go for drinks at Devil’s Bar Bled 🍹 Day 2 - Visit Triglav National Park 🏞️ 🔹 Head to Vintgar Gorge early to miss the crowds 😍 🔸 Drive to Savica Waterfall 💦 🔹 Stop at Vogar Viewpoint for a view of Lake Bohinji 🔸 Go to Waterfall Kozjak Your other option is to do a big day hike like the 7 Lakes Valley one I did - check out my previous reel 😍 Day 3 - Back to Bled 🏰 🔸 Hike up to one of the main viewpoints by the lake - I recommend Ojstrica! 🔹 Get adventurous on Europe’s biggest zipline or go tobogganing! 🔸Head back to Bled Castle, this time for a wine tasting (yes that’s right!) 🔹 Finish the day with a clear kayak on the lake at sunset (check out my recent reel to watch how this went!) 🔸 Dinner at Sova Tales of Us - try the truffle octopus! Now who fancies a trip to Lake Bled? #lakebled #lakebledslovenia #bledlake #bledcastle #bledslovenia #feelslovenia #ifeelslovenia #ifeelslovenia💚 #itinerary #triglav #triglavnationalpark #vintgargorge #sloveniatravel #sloveniaoutdoor #visitslovenia #slovenialovers #slovenia_ig #sloveniawonders #loveslovenia #exploreslovenia #exploringslovenia #igersslovenia #travelslovenia #getoutsideandexplore #hikinggoals #hikingguide

One of the most popular destinations I’ve shared - Kotor, Montenegro! 🇲🇪 Planning a visit this summer? You should be. It’s one of the most underrated and incredible destinations in Europe 😍 save money by choosing Kotor over tourist hot-spots like Dubrovnik, Croatia, and you could be enjoying the best things to do in Kotor: Activities 🔸 Hike to Kotor Fortress for sunrise 🌅 🔹 Take a walking tour of Kotor Old Town 🔸 Make friends with the local 🐱 and visit the cat museum 🔹 Take a boat trip across the Bay of Kotor 🚤 🔸 Walk the Old Town’s walls and bastions 🏰 🔹 Enjoy a rooftop wine tasting 🍷 🔸 Check out a rooftop bar @hippocampushotel 🔹 Visit Kotor Beach and check out a beach club 🏖️ 🔸 Go paddleboarding or kayaking 🏄‍♂️ 🔹 Take a off-road tour of Kotor Bay and the fortress’s Who’s keen to visit Kotor? Have you already been? >>> follow @absolutelylucy for solo travel tips, adventure travel destinations, budget travel planning and all things outdoors! 🥾 #kotor #kotormontenegro #kotorbay #kotoroldtown #trailkotor #hiddengems #montenegro_wild_beauty #montenegro_dreamers #montenegrotravel #visitmontenegro #exploremontenegro #discovermontenegro #europeansummer #offthebeatentrack Budget travel to Montenegro | hidden gems Europe

LOL JUST KIDDING 🤭 After a decade of self-funded travel, I’m still getting the DMs and comments saying I must have a sugar daddy paying my way, or rich parents. So let’s break this down and talk about how you can self-fund travel (even long-term travel) Here’s 11 ways I’ve self-funded solo travel for 10 years: 💸 I worked 5+ jobs before I went travelling to save a lot of money (over £10k in fact - click the link in my bio to get my FREE ebook on how to do this!) 💰 💸 A working holiday visa in Australia meant I could work while I lived there for two years! 🇦🇺 💸 I lived in Germany for a year - living costs are low there so I could save 💰 💸 I made sure I had experience in roles like waitressing/bar work/ nanny and babysitting so I knew I always had options to pick up work wherever I went 👶 💸 I worked online as a freelance journalist, writer and columnist 📰 💸 I volunteered for accommodation or swapped skills in exchange for food and board 💸 I’ve slept on overnight buses / flights to cut costs, and stayed in hostels - always choosing budget & slow travel to make my money stretch further 🤓 💸 I started a travel blog & social media platforms which helped me secure paid work with brands worldwide 🌍 💸 I’ve travelled countries where the cost of living is far lower which means my money has gone further 💸 I’ve been quick to think up side hustles on the road - such as offering CV writing services for my friends who had English as a second language to help them get jobs ✍️ 💸 I’ve worked in marketing for years and found work online that has enabled me to grow my online business as a digital nomad and work from anywhere 💻 Fancy a solo adventure? I have lots of great resources on my blog to help you make this life a reality! Tap the link in my bio ❤️ How have you self-funded travel? #budgettraveller #budgettraveler #budgettraveltips #workandtravelaustralia #workandtravel #workingholidayvisa #workingholidayaustralia #digitalnomadgirls #sugardaddy #digitalnomadspirit #digitalnomadwomen #digitalnomadgirl #workingonline #solotravelingisfun #savingmoneyisfun #savingmoneytips #traveltipsandtricks #wwoof #wwoofer

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A tribute to the top female travel bloggers.

She’s the woman who you invite somewhere and will actually go.

Unless of course she can’t, only because she’s on her way to another adventure.

She’s the woman who has been enough places to treat everyone with kindness.

But probably did so before her first road trip.

She’s the woman who isn’t always unafraid, but willing to face her fears.

She’s the woman who shares the traveler spirit, even when she isn’t going anywhere. But who are we joking — she  is  going everywhere, both physically and figuratively.

She’s compassionate, strong-willed, polite but unconventional, and redefines pretty with an adventurous heart.

In lieu of International Woman’s Day this week, I would like bring your attention to several women pushing the boundaries of business, media, culture and adventure.

You might know them as the top female travel bloggers; but they are doing so much more than jumping out of airplanes.

It struck me when browsing through a post showcasing a new “normal” Barbie doll  how much time and money the media spends telling us that our fat, our acne, our scars, our physical “imperfections” are still beautiful. Hello, you’re still focusing on what’s on the outside, and not who’s getting out there.

I guess I’ve never worried that I’m too short (5 ‘1 1/2 + heels), or too brunette, or too whatever to be beautiful. This is mostly because I’ve assumed that my bubbly personality, strengths in leadership, and a heart bigger than my butt is what makes me attractive. I don’t feel intimidated by women who look Photoshopped because I’m too busy being inspired by women who climb mountains, start businesses, and are billboard examples of how to treat others.

I feel pretty when I think about who I am and what I’ve done, not what I look like.

I am not sure what makes you feel “pretty,” but when I look at these women, I think pretty awesome.

Happy day, every day, to International Women.

Cheers to my favorite alpha females, and strictly as an opinion from a fellow solo female traveler, the top female travel bloggers:

When You Thought Adventure Was Too Expensive. Top Female Travel Bloggers for Budget Travel:

When people say that travel is too expensive, I direct them to legends Anna and Sabrina, who have both travelled full-time with an income less than $10,000 a year before building their blogs into a budget travelers’ paradise.

1. Anna Kate, The Legendary Adventures of Anna

For five years, Anna has been a full-time solo adventure traveler. Being alone didn’t stop her from hiking Trolltunga in Norway, bungee jumping in Ecuador, and taking twelve hours of buses across the Dominican Republic.

Connect with Anna: Blog , Instagram , Facebook, Twitter

2. Sabrina Iovino, Just One Way Ticket

From Malaysia’s islands to volunteering in wildlife orphanages in Africa and uncovering the less glamorous side of the Philippines. Sabrina’s blunt, whole-hearted adventures show us that not only can you see the world on a budget, you can make it a better place too.

Connect with Sabrina: Blog ,   Facebook, Twitter

3. Gloria Altanmo, The Blog Abroad

With a powerful and memorable voice, Glo pens her adventures as a black American woman taking on the world. From festivals to beaches, Gloria will warm your heart with her smile and passion.

Connect with Glo: Website   Facebook  Instagram   Youtube

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I’m not the only one who has given up a cubicle career post-graduation to work while on the go. The following ladies have managed to match business and passion, facing real-life fears greater than bungee jumping (although we’ve all done that too ;))

4.  Kristin Addis, Be My Travel Muse

The UCSB alumni traded banking for solo hikes and hitchhiking throughout Asia (seriously). A digital nomad, Kristin continues to be a full-time adventure seeker across borders and is your go to female travel blogger.

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5. Kiersten Rich, The Blonde Abroad

Goodbye corporate life, hello food, fashion, and festivals around the world. This bikini #BossBabe is more of a lady in leadership than meets the eye. She’s a keynote speaker, brand consultant, and global advocate for female adventure. Kiersten kicked the cubicle, and even features a series on her blog of women who have challenged traditional careers for a professional life of adventure.

Connect with Kiersten: Blog , Facebook, Instagram , Twitter 

6. Brooke Saward, World of Wanderlust

At twenty-two, Brooke left her home in Tasmania, Australia to conquer the globe. She quickly became an internet sensation and personal favorite of my own. Brooke sells e-books, created an app, and blogs transcontinentally, 100% full time.

Connect with Brooke: Blog , Facebook , Instagram , Twitter

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Being a female traveler doesn’t mean that you have to venture on your own. The following women are partners in the adventure world, proving that fairy tale endings are for thrill seekers too.

7. Deb, The Planet D

Deb and Dave started their transcontinental journey pursuing careers as musicians. Reality hit and they pursued creative, yet conventional careers abroad in Toronto. Eventually, they made their dreams into goals and became full-time travelers. If their photos don’t inspire you, I really don’t know what will.

Connect with The Planet D: Blog , Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

8. Mapping Megan

Oh hi, imagine being American and falling in love with an Aussie in Tanzania, Africa, getting married with a volcano as a backdrop, and then  continue traveling the world as a pair. Megan has skydived in the Swiss Alps, gone sand-boarding in Peru, summited Mt. Kilimanjaro, and overcome the obstacles of a traveling as a couple.

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The YouTube Experts Best Female Travel Bloggers on YouTube

The YouTube industry (much like the adventure industry, oh wait, most like most industries) is strongly dominated by men. These women show that adventure sees no gender!

9. Rachel Rudwall, Rachel Roams

After shining behind the scenes, Rachel finally got in front of the camera to put a lens on the world. Seen in Thrillist, the Travel Channel, and an Emmy award winner, she partners up with Andrea (below) for How 2 Travelers.

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10. Andrea Fzecko, Ultra World Host

Because a degree from NYU isn’t enough, Andrea jet sets around the world to host ULTRA Music Festival.  Can I have your life please?

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The Professional Instagrammers Best Female Travel Bloggers on Instagram

Yep, no big deal.

Well, it is a big deal. Developing a community on social media, sharpening your photography skills, and giving up a traditional job to see the world isn’t easy (I would know — it’s actually miserably difficult). However, these women triumph with adventure and are role modelers in the traveler Instagram community. You’ve probably seen me mention them before because I have groupie love for their photos. There are real, strong adventurous women behind those cameras (or like iPhone’s). Check them out here!

11. Lauren Bath, @LaurenEpBath

Recognized as Australia’s first professional Instagrammer, Lauren Bath will take you from Alberta to Dubai on your mobile device. A marketing strategist specializing in tourism, she CREATED a dreamy new career for all of us after giving up life as a chef.

Connect with Lauren: Instagram , Facebook, Google +

12. Sylvia, @Goldie_Berlin

Imagine being so good at what you do (traveling and taking pictures) that you can develop an entire company connecting fellow influencers to brands? Germany based founder of Brandnew IO manages her business while country hopping, and somehow still manages to comment on my Instagram photos. Goodness Sylvia, I don’t know how you do it!

Connect with Sylvia: Blog,    Instagram , and  Facebook

13. Ciler, @AudioSoup

Turkish hospitality and kindness is nothing will have you loving Ciler, a photographer, music junkie, and world traveler. An Istanbul native who reminds us that home itself has many wonders; she’ll also take you from Tanzania to Greece.

Connect with Ciler: Instagram and Facebook

14. Jewels Zee,

There’s a transparent kindness to Jewels Zee. You just know she was terrified to pursue Instagram professionally. but with talent like hers, it was an inevitable route. She continues to travel the world being a role model for her own daughters as well as young and old women and men alike.

Connect with Jewels: Facebook and Instagram 

Women Whose Health Led Them To Travel Most Inspirational Female Travel Bloggers

There’s nothing that I admire more than people who turn their obstacles into opportunities to live life to the fullest!

15. Nastasia Yakoub, Dame Traveler

Nastasia had just finished her nursing degree when she became bedridden from back surgery.

Unable to perform the physically demanding career she had invested her time and money to pursue, Nastasia developed a female-empowering community through Instagram which has since become a motivational blog. Nastasia also recently release a coffee table book featuring her favorite solo female travelers. Check it out.

Connect with Dame Traveler: Blog, Instagram , Facebook , Twitter

16. Misha, Wild Luxe

Misha, mother of two, combated cancer by unleashing her adventurous side. Her honesty and experiences make her more than a survivor: she’s an inspiration to live life everyday like you’re alive… because guess what, you are!

Connect with Wild Luxe: Blog , Instagram, Facebook

For the Love our Earth Best Female Travel Bloggers for Eco-Tourism

I would like to think that all professional travelers are environmentally conscious.  After all, how can we show you the world if we don’t take care of it? This next female travel blogger is a hero type of her own.

17. Alison’s Adventures

Alison Teal was a “Tarzan Child” raised in the wild by award-winning National Geographic photographers. She has been deemed “The Oprah of Adventure,” yet holds degrees from USC and UC Berkley. A pioneer in sustainability, the avid surfer also advocates for  Go Green.   Her surfboards are “made from soy based sustainable products, recycled coffee cups, and other Styrofoam.” If that wasn’t cool enough, she actually sells clothing (yoga pants, bikinis, and shirts) made from recycled water bottles! Your green hero in pink: Alison Teal :)

Connect with Alison: Website , Instagram , Facebook, Twitter

18.  Vanessa Rivers, Glitter&Mud Travel, SummerLove Swimwear

Vanessa went beyond her love of surfing and travel to create an eco-friendly swimwear line. The fabric consists of “100% regenerated polyamide fiber made from pre-consumer and post-consumer materials such as fishing nets, carpet fluff, and other waste diverted from landfills.”

Connect with Vanessa: Glitter&Mud Travel, Summer Love Swimwear, Facebook , Twitter

Female Travel Bloggers with a Full-Time Job

For anyone who runs one of the best female travel blogs, you know that travel and work is a full time job. However, there are people who have a conventional career and live an adventurous life.

Above all, I admire women who are doers, who push the boundaries of life and live to the fullest. You don’t have to quit your job to travel. So many more cheers to the women who don’t have a blog or social media community based on their adventurous lifestyle.

One of my best friends, included:

19. Laurie Satran

What better way to get past a divorce than allowing your company to re-locate you? Moving from Philly to Amsterdam, then a small town in Sweden, Laurie spent her weekends exploring Europe and discovering her true self. An “Ikea Backpacker,” photographer and Huffington Post blogger, Laurie jet-setting proof that you can always pursue your wildest dreams.

It’s never too late.

Connect with Laure: Instagram and Twitter

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Take a read of these awesome female solo travel blogs to give you all the confidence and inspiration you need to bite the bullet and start living your wanderlust-filled dreams. After getting lost in their epic tales of adventure and new experiences, you won’t be able to keep your butt in your seat for much longer!

1. Kate McCulley of Adventurous Kate

At age 26, Kate quit her job to travel Southeast Asia for six months. Six months turned into five years, spanning more than 65 countries. If there's an adventure out there, she will go for it. Kate started her blog to show what it is like for women to travel solo. She believes it is best to teach by example, and her ultimate goal is to show women that independent and solo travel can be safe, easy, and a lot of fun.

2. Nadine Sykora Of hey nadine

If Nadine's face looks familiar, you may have seen her talking travel on her popular YouTube channel, Hey Nadine . She has traveled to 49 countries over the last six years, and her experiences have been recorded and documented across her blog and YouTube channel. Her videos are fun, light-hearted, and often include a side of humor to keep you smiling. In December of 2014, Nadine was invited to the White House as one of the Top 130 most influential travel bloggers and digital media outlets to attend the White House Travel Blogger Summit on Study Abroad and Global Citizenship.

3. Kiersten Rich Of   the blonde abroad

After graduating with honors and getting a job at a prestigious financial firm in LA, Kiersten realized she was living someone else's dream and needed to escape the corporate routine. She left her career to travel the world, volunteer in developing countries, and discover her own happily ever after. Since then, she has traveled to 50 countries and hopes to inspire others to live a life they love and settle for nothing less than extraordinary. 

4. Annette White Of bucket list journey

After getting a handle on a case of severe anxiety, Annette made a promise to herself to not let fear make decisions for her. As a result, she started saying yes instead of no to opportunities that presented themselves. That promise, along with her dedication to start living her bucket list, led her to making travel a second career. She has been on Safari through Africa, eaten insects in Thailand , zip-lined through the Costa Rican rain forest, swam with pigs in the Bahamas, bathed elephants at a recuse in Chiang Rai... the (bucket) list goes on! 

5. Amanda Williams Of   a dangerous business

As a kid, growing up on a Christmas Tree farm in a small, Ohio town didn't provide Amanda with much excitement. It wasn't until high school that she decided she wanted to travel, and a Lord of the Rings obsession is what let her to New Zealand after graduation. Since then, she has been to more than 45 countries and is always on the lookout for her next adventure. Amanda is a strong believer that when it comes to travel, there's no right or wrong way to do it. She's never given up on her "normal" life to travel long term and wants others to see that they don't have to quit their job or leave their loved ones behind in order to be a traveler. She hopes her blog and her stories will help convince you of that!

6. JUNO KIM Of runaway juno

Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea , Juno says leaving her job as a mechanical engineer to become a full-time travel blogger was one of the most difficult decisions that she ever made. As a Korean who grew up in a conservative household, her career departure created enough shock to change everything in her life, including her relationship with her own family. Fast forward to now, and after six years of full-time travel, Juno says she has grown. She has a deeper understanding of people now that she would have never learned if she stayed at home working as an engineer. Her travels also helped her grow to respect her own culture and realize the importance of family.

7. Dani Heinrich Of   globetrotter girls

In the middle of a long, grey British winter, Dani decided to break free and fly to Las Vegas on the first leg of what she thought would be a year-long trip around the world. Seven years later, and this one-year trip turned into a global exploration without an end date. Having lived in Austria, Spain, and England, Dani combines months of rapid travel with longer stays, living as a local wherever she can. She shares stories related to what it's like to be a gay or lesbian traveler, and also publishes guest posts by fellow LGBTQ travelers who share their travel stories and experiences as well. Her mission is to inspire curiosity about the world and provide the tips and tools to help you see as much of the world as you can for yourself.

8. Alexandra Baackes Of Alex in Wanderland

Alex in Wanderland was created in 2009 as a means for Alex to document her two month trip to Southeast Asia. The night before she left, she cried; terrified over the thought of eating dinner alone, getting lost in the airport, and having her camera stolen. That summer, she fell head-over-flip-flops in love with the adrenaline of travel and realized that there are truly people out there living the nomadic lifestyle that she thought only existed in her head. In 2011, Alex left New York to travel full time, and she has not had a permanent address since. There's no date, no itinerary, no real backup plan. Just adventure, adrenaline, and a lifetime of globe-trotting daydreams to fulfill.

9. Sherry Ott Of   otts world

Otts World is Sherry's journey from traditional cubicle to travel writer and digital nomad. She quit her corporate IT job in 2006, with the original intention of simply taking a year-long career break. In this time, Sherry traveled to 23 countries, finding a new and exciting world outside her office walls. Her eyes were opened to possibilities and the beauty of simplicity, so she sold all her possessions and relocated to Vietnam where she supported herself through teaching ESL, selling photography, and started working at building a blogging presence. Sherry is currently in her mid 40's and has spent over a decade living out of a suitcase with no permanent address since 2006. 

10. Liz Carlson Of young adventuress

Liz started her travel blog back in 2010 when she was getting ready to move to Spain to teach English and procrastinate on life. She lived on and off in Spain for over three years (Salamanca, Córdoba, and La Rioja) before learning that being a professional travel blogger was actually a thing. This prompted her move back into her parent's attic outside of Washington D.C. to work for a year, build out her blog properly, find work online, and save money. After having saved up enough, Liz walked into her boss' office, quit her job, moved to New Zealand and began full-time blogging. It is here that she developed a deep and abiding love for men in stubbies and gumboots. She hasn't been deported yet and hasn't looked back since! 

* Bonus! International TEFL Academy Alumni Blogs: Teaching Around the World

At International TEFL Academy, we are fortunate that our alumni include fantastic bloggers who are teaching across the globe. You can find dozens listed - along with interviews, features & videos - on our Alumni Stories pages for Asia , Europe , Latin America & the Middle East . 

Here are just some top examples to inspire you:

• The JJ Adventures -  Jennie Johnson quit her corporate marketing job in South Florida to get TEFL certified and now teaches English to children in Shanghai, China.
• Willful & Wildhearted - Laura Nalin first got TEFL certified and headed to South Korea to teach English.  She's still living abroad in Saigon Vietnam and has traveled throughout Asia, Europe and even down to New Zealand in between.
• The Berlin Babe - From comparing grand European castles to dating in Germany, Tina Angkok provides a wide range of insights into life as an expat English teacher in Berling, Germany.

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As the year winds down and you start planning your travels, we wanted to bring you a female-oriented round-up of the best travel blogs to inspire you with wanderlust.

We reached out to the blogging community to find out exactly who has the top travel blog for women. Since a blog’s audience is the best judge, we’ve asked the bloggers to submit their Google Analytics numbers in order to have the best and most accurate list.

So what’s the top travel blog for women? Here’s the list according to Google. Click on the blog names below to visit each of their websites!

Top Women’s Travel Blog

1.  the blonde abroad.

Kiersten, a California native, left her career in corporate finance not too long ago to become a world traveler. She hopes to inspire you to live a life you love and settle for nothing less than extraordinary. 

2.  Keep Calm and Travel

Clelia of Keep Calm and Travel is on a mission to convince you that you have the right to live your dreams, and to make you smile over her latest clumsy adventures! 

3.  Bucket List Journey

Annette is an obsessed new experience collector. Her passion is for checking the world off her bucket list one adventure at a time, and she shares all of that and more at Bucket List Journey.

4.  I Am Aileen

At 21, Aileen quit her corporate job in the Philippines to travel the world. Today, she wants to show people how it’s absolutely possible to create a life of travel, through detailed travel guides, resources, and tips!

5.  Solo Traveler

Janice is an author, blogger, and speaker, and shares her solo travel tips, destination guides, and awesome travel stories on Solo Traveler, making it the source for those who travel alone.

6.  A Dangerous Business

Amanda is on a mission to inspire and show others that you don’t have to give up your job or “normal” life to travel!

7.  Twenty Something Travel

Why wait to see the world!? Steph has traveled extensively around the world and hopes to inspire others to not put off their travel dreams!

8.  GrrrlTraveler

GRRRL TRAVELER is a travel survival and solo travel site inspiring others to find their GRRR for travel. It’s about finding empowerment as a traveler by navigating cultural diversity while experiencing the bizarre, foreign, frightening, and oftentimes, funny.

9.  Just One Way Ticket

Sab is a cheeky, fiesty, kickass nomad. This Berlin native captures her hilarious travel stories and tries to sprinkle in some practical advice at the same time on Just One Way Ticket.

10.  To Europe and Beyond

To Europe and Beyond captures Marie-Eve’s adventures around the world. She shares insightful advice, compelling photography, and engaging narratives, focusing on epicurean and no-nonsense ways to travel the world through food, architecture, history, and culture.

11.  The Travel Hack

Monica is the founder and editor of The Travel Hack, a British travel blog about weekend breaks and travel tips. She now has a small team of bloggers who travel the world in search of stylish adventures.

12.  Be My Travel Muse

Be My Travel Muse is a resource for like-minded travelers who want an enriching cultural experience when they travel. Kristin is a serial solo traveler and wants to help others to live out their travel dreams!

13.  Hippie in Heels

Rachel is an American who left a career in nursing to live on the beaches in Goa, India over 3 years ago. Her award-winning website gives advice on the 35 countries she’s been to and has become the go-to site on India travel.

14.  Travel Break

Stephanie Be is a California girl and UCLA Alumni. She traded corporate America for a gap year and never stopped! 40 countries later…

15.  Ever in Transit

Ever In Transit is a food and travel blog featuring travel stories and culinary adventures in California and around the world.

16.  Blogger At Large

Blogger at Large  is all about “inspiration made easy” as Megan Singleton creates content to inspire, inform, and provide helpful tips and advice that her readers love. She has been travel writing for magazines, newspapers, and websites all over the world for 17 years.

17.  That Backpacker

Audrey has spent the past few years crisscrossing the globe with a notebook in one hand and a camera in the other. That Backpacker is where she shares her adventures with the hopes of inspiring you to travel.

18.  This Is My Happiness

Jenna is a California-based freelance writer and ESL instructor. This lifestyle and travel blog focuses on family travel and cultural experiences in Northern California.

19.  Globetrotter Girls

Dani is a full-time traveler since 2010 when she escaped her cubicle and decided to travel the world. She has been on the road ever since and has no plans to stop any time soon!

20.  Legal Nomads

Jodi loves soup and loves telling stories. Her aim is to share stories that encourage learning through food, and to build longform resources to help make that learning easier.

21.  On The Luce

Lucy is a part-time traveller and full-time travel obsessive. On the Luce provides inspiration and advice to help make the most of your travel time and get a taste of luxury on a budget–in the UK, Europe, and beyond.

22.  Solitary Wanderer

Aleah set out to see the world solo starting at age 11 and never stopped! She wants to help other solo travelers get out there and see the world.

23.  Vicky Flip Flop Travels

Vicky and her quirky attitude are on a mission to “push out of your comfort zone” and travel to places you might not have thought of in a way that suits your budget.

24.  Indiana Jo

In September 2010, Jo swapped her Blackberry for a backpack and set off on a one-year adventure. Nearly 4 years and over 50 countries later, Indiana Jo has become a resource to help you craft your own travel adventure to see the world on your terms and to your budget.

25.  Ashley Abroad

Ashley wants to show others that it’s possible to travel when they’re young and cash-poor–in fact, she thinks it’s probably the best time!

26.  Heart My Backpack

Heart My Backpack began as a chronicle of Silvia’s backpacking adventures through over 70 countries, but for the past year and a half her blog has shifted focus to life after backpacking. She now balances her continued travels with building a home in her log cabin in the Norwegian mountains.

27.  Global Gallivanting

Global Gallivanting is a blog about travel, freedom, and living the life of your dreams founded by Anna Phipps, a writer, digital nomad, travel blogger and Indiaphile. Anna shares her tips and experiences of traveling and making money on the road.

28.  Wonderful Wanderings

Wonderful Wanderings is a travel blog chock full of useful and practical information and stories designed to help you see the world and plan your next trip!

29.  The City Sidewalks

The City Sidewalks is a lifestyle and travel blog written by the city-loving entrepreneur, Ana Dominguez. Her aim is to help you dream, create, and live a life you’ve always wanted.

30.  Jessie on a Journey

Jessie on a Journey is dedicated not only to inspiring you to see the world and live your best life, but to take your trips beyond the guidebook for immersive cultural encounters, unexpected adventures, and transformative travel experiences.

31.  Mrs. O Around the World

Mrs. O Around the World is a leading luxury travel blog and Ana shows off how to travel the world in the finer way!

32.  The Trusted Traveller

Jen’s backpacked Europe, fallen head over heels for New York, toured Asia, road tripped New Zealand, and driven the vast width of Australia, all to satisfy her need to discover new places. She shares her simple and stress-free travel planning tips on The Trusted Traveller.

33.  The Professional Hobo

Nora Dunn is The Professional Hobo, a woman who sold everything she owned (including a busy financial planning practice) in 2006 to embrace her dreams of full-time travel. She has been on the road ever since, traveling through and/or living in over 50 countries.

34.  The Girl and Globe

Becky believes travel is more meaningful when you’re immersed and engaged! If you’d rather be sightDOING than sightseeing, The Girl and Globe is the right place for you.

35.  Mags on the Move

Mags On The Move was born in September of 2013, after years of guiding guests through exotic rivers and making jokes about plastic animals on the World Famous Jungle Cruise in Walt Disney World. Mags was inspired to share the same experiences and quirky jokes through her blog.

36.  Part-Time Traveler

Anne is a full-time, award-winning, freelance travel writer based in San Francisco. Her blog, Part-Time Traveler, emphasizes the balance of and connection between travel and home.

37.  Anna Everywhere

Anna Everywhere combines inspiration for adventure travels with elements of cultural, historical, and political narrative.

38. Bunch of Backpackers

Love adventure? Bunch of Backpackers is run by Manouk, a 30-year-old medical doctor who still didn’t find a cure for her travel bug. On her blog, you’ll find stories on backpacking the Silk Road, camping between elephants and hippos, and riding the Trans-Mongolian Express.

39.  The Sweetest Way

Leah is a former long-term traveler turned location-independent lifestyle advocate. After years of wandering without a clear path or purpose, she’s discovered the sweetest way of living; now she wants to help others do the same!

40.  Kami & The Rest of the World

It’s the biggest travel blog about Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and ex-USSR. Solo female travels to off-the-path places you probably haven’t heard of!

41.  Cheryl Howard

CherylHoward.com is an inspirational expat living and travel blog to encourage others to travel or move abroad.

42.  Flora The Explorer

Flora is a freelance writer, traveler, and avid volunteer with an obsession for hunting out the weirdnesses of the world; she shares that weirdness on Flora The Explorer.

43.  Free Candie

Free Candie is a solo female travel blog focused on travel narrative with personal experiences and good humor, usually involving a cocktail or three. Candice is a freelance writer, blogger, and communications manager living between Canada and Berlin.

44.  Bohemian Trails

Bohemian Trails is blog designed for the savvy and stylish traveler. It aims to feature must-see places around the world, paying special attention to the underground art, music, and fashion scenes that make each country unique.

45.  Emily Luxton Travels

Emily Luxton Travels is a personal travel blog focusing on solo female travel, adventure, and personal development through travel. Championing a deeper, slower travel style where possible, Emily tries to really get to know each new destination and encourages others to do the same.

46.  We Said Go Travel

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47.  A Life of More

Hayley is obsessed with living the good life and she wants to show you how to live a fuller, happier life through travel and wellness.

48.  Wanderlust Chloe

Chloe is a travel blogger with a passion for fun, food, style, adventure, and memorable moments…with a touch of luxury.

49.  Holidays to Europe

Carolyn is an Australian-born traveler, looking to inspire and help people planning to travel to Europe.

50.  Ali’s Adventures

Ali’s Adventures encourages you to make up your own rules and live a non-traditional life. The site focuses on travel as well as life in Berlin, earning money online, and following your own path, even if it’s not what’s expected of you.

And if our top 50 travel blog list isn’t enough to keep you traveling all year, here are a few more to add to your reading list!

51.  Department of Wandering

Through The Department of Wandering, Rachel’s aim is to be your go-to hub for discovering a destination beyond the guidebook.

52.  Kelly Ella Maz

Kelly hopes to inspire her readers to travel and plan their dream vacation!

53.  Forks And Footprints

Megan is a girl who shouldn’t travel. Through Forks and Footprints she hopes to inspire those with Celiac disease or food allergies to travel the world by showcasing her blunders, misadventures, and delicious meals!

54.  Suitcase and Heels

Melissa aims to inspire you to get out there and see the world, push your own limits and look good while doing it.

55.  Eat Sleep Breathe Travel

Hannah is a Canadian travel addict who has been dreaming of adventure since she first watched Indiana Jones. Traveling on and off since 2011, she’s on a mission to see the world.

56.  My Yatra Diary

My Yatra Diary focuses principally on the blogger’s yatras (pilgrimage) and chronicles her travel experiences that cover an array of travel stories and tips, destination guides, and travel photos from destinations–primarily India but other locations as well.

57.  Maria Abroad

Maria Abroad is a blog about living an international lifestyle. From traveling to new places near and far, trying exotic recipes from all over the world, to learning about other cultures.

58. Wild About Travel

A 50+ girl young at heart, Simon has been a solo and independent traveler for more than 20 years. In her blog, Wild About Travel, she tells stories of her journeys in words and photography. She is passionate about nature and charming towns and is always on the look for lesser known destinations.

59.  Currently Exploring

Christina Leigh Morgan is a serial creative logging more than 30 flights a year since 2012. Mindfully based in San Francisco by way of Plantation, FL and New York City, she shares the best in local experiences and inspiration on her travel + lifestyle blog.

60.  The Quirky Traveller

Zoë is The Quirky Traveller, who appeals to a niche audience of age 40+ travelers with an interest in culture, food, history, people and experiences with a twist.

61.  Valerie & Valise

Valerie & Valise shares interesting travel perspectives touching on space, history, movies and film, and everything in between. Valerie enjoys sharing her passion of travel through her unique perspective.

62.  Twirl the Globe

Lauren is a full-time marketing professional and part-time wanderer living in Toronto, Canada. She wants to inspire people to get out there and see the world (even with limited vacation days)!

63.  Dreamista

Anna inspires people to travel by highlighting fashion capitals capitals around the world, street style, and movie locales.

64.  Big Travel Nut

Marie is nuts about travel and aims to inspire her readers by giving them the means to travel solo, stray off the beaten path, and have unusual adventures, all without breaking the bank.

65.  WakenMake

Baker believes that the best way to achieve personal growth and elevate your state is through exploration and celebration, and that’s what WakenMake is all about.

66.  Passports And Grubs

Tomiko believes that food brings people of different cultures and backgrounds together and on Passports and Grubs she will introduce you to great recipes, restaurants, boutique hotels, and traveling tips.

67.  Adventure Editorial

Danielle loves to cover her passions of outdoor adventure and so much more on Adventure Editorial.

Thank you to all the bloggers that participated! If you’d like to be considered for our annual top travel blog round-up, please send us a screenshot of your Google Analytics from November 1, 2016 – October 31, 2017. We’ll be updating this post with the contact email closer to submission time in October 2017, so bookmark this page in advance!

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43 comments.

Nice Travel Blog, thanks for the great lists….

Thank you for sharing this list. I’m new to TFGs and didn’t know there were so many other sites out there to explore!

Excellent list!!!

Nice Post. Thanks for sharing it………….:) 🙂

Fantastic suggestions! I read a few already but not all. I’ll check some of the others out for inspiration!

The quirky traveller is one the best amongst them. Zoe and team are doing great job regarding their blog and yes they have more than 45 travellers. Thank you so much for sharing all of them. I will pick some and add them in my weekend list.

The perfect travel outfit is actually super formulaic. You need five things:

A T-shirt — one that’s soft, well-made, and loose fitting A Jacket or Cardigan — something neutral and warm Fitted Pants with Stretch — look for elastane-blend stretch-denim, or tailored joggers Comfortable, Stylish Shoes — smart sneakers, flats, or a low heel One Signature Accessory — a little something extra to make it feel more “you”

With this things in mind we can totally enjoy the traveling in full.

Awesome plan!

Thanks for including me on this! Exciting to be up there with so many bloggers I admire 🙂

Love your site!

These travels blogs are simply superb and motivate me more to travel around the world.Thanks for long list and great idea. I love traveling so this article very helpful for me.

Thank You! for sharing this list. It is amazing.

Great selections.

this is great! this is so concise! proud of yah gurl!!

Thanks you very much for your comment I really appreciate you

Great list! Thank you so much for this. I am a female traveller and love to do an adventure with my girl gang. I have been to many thrilling places with my girl gang. These travel blogs are simply superb and motivate me more to travel around the world. Thank you for this useful blog. Have a nice day ahead.

Thanks Cheryl!

Now that’s a great list of travel sites. There are actually some I haven’t heard of before (shame on me). It is amazing how many people follow their dream of traveling and turning it into a successful blog on top of that.

Thanks Michelle!

Hello Alex, nice post to share. Thank you so much for the wonderful share. These days female travelers join different types of travel groups to enjoy some quality time with their friends. It is an amazing list.

Thank you so much for including me. I follow most of these women in the list!

Love your blog! 🙂

Thanks for Sharing such a useful Information. I am so glad to read such a blog.

Wow thanks for this long list and ideas where I can find cool blogs when I’m about to travel. Really Go Travel. I have to say that each blog from the list is special in it’s own way and I cannot say that I have a favorite! Nice job!

Nice article. this is a great source of inspiration and tips for travellers 🙂

Wow thanks for this long list and ideas where I can find cool blogs when I’m about to travel. Really nice. I have to say that each blog from the list is special in it’s own way and I cannot say that I have a favorite! Nice job!

Thanks for the awesome feedback! Glad you enjoy it!

What a great list – off to check them all out! Thank you!

Thanks Becky!

Thanks so much for the feature!!! Happy New Year! xo

Absolutely! Thanks for participating 😉 Love featuring awesome female travelers like you!

What a great list! I’d love to be considered for future inclusion.

Happy Traveling!

Awesome! Thanks Amy! Will reach out to you for the next one!

What an amazing list! Incredible inspiration and motivation! My reading list AND wanderlust just grew exponentially!!! Thanks so much!!! xo

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback Jodi! Glad to help!

Thanks for featuring my blog! It’s got lovely company, too.

Love supporting other female travelers! Thanks for joining!

Great list! I have my reading cut out for me this weekend. 😉 Alex in Wanderland deserves a mention too. She’s fabulous! Great writing and pics and one of the most real bloggers out there. She’s a favorite of mine: alexinwanderland.com

Thanks for the suggestion Diane!

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14 Best Solo Female Travel Blogs (Updated 2023)

If you’ve already got your backpack and passport ready, here are best solo female travel blogs to encourage, inspire, and guide you through your new adventures.

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Traveling alone can provide some of the most fulfilling and life-changing experiences anyone can ever have. Nothing beats the thrill of following the open road to wherever it takes you, all the while soaking in every new encounter and enjoying the deep satisfaction you get from ticking things off your travel bucket list.

Best Female Solo Travel Blogs

#1 the blonde abroad: solo female travel blog.

Kiersten is a Californian who left her corporate career to make her globetrotting dreams a reality. Since then, she has managed to tour over 50 countries in 6 continents and cross out a bunch of things from her bucket list. She has interestingly turned The Blonde Abroad —which features tons of resources for the solo female traveler—from a personal travel diary into one of her biggest sources of income.

Kiersten’s blog focuses on luxury travel tips but occasionally dabbles in backpacking and travel photography. Her content is more guide-like and less like a memoir, and is filled with golden tips in various subjects such as staying healthy while traveling, places to see in various destinations, and cuisines worth trying at every location she has been to. Her blog post 20 Trips to Take in Your 20s is like a map of incredible destinations that every first-time traveler should absolutely visit in their lifetime.

#2 Ashley Abroad: Solo Female Travel & Travel Tips

From backpacking through Europe, India, and Asia for a whole year to occasionally burying herself in books, Ashley’s interests are diverse. However, her love for traveling has equipped her with essential experience and expansive knowledge in the nuances of being a solo female traveler.

She has written extensively about what it is like to live in Africa, among other places, and is one of the few bloggers out there with the chops to teach others how to balance a full-time job with a life on the open road. Her mostly practical travel blog consists of articles on things like the best shoes to wear when traveling to tips on becoming an au pair in different countries as a way of making some extra cash. She had however dedicated most of her blog to making the life of the solo traveler much easier by providing insightful tips such as in her article; 12 Travel Accessories That Drastically Improve L ong-Term Travel .

#3 Pearls and Passports: Solo Female Travel Blog

Stephanie put the brakes on her successful career as a podiatrist, overcame her fears about traveling solo, and became an inspiration to many solo female travelers who have since borrowed a page or two from her. She admits that traveling alone has not been the easiest of experiences but she has never regretted her decision to tackle the open road.

Her blog is a recollection of her journey as she travels and occasionally backpacks through destinations in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. She describes her experiences at a number of the places she’s been to with writing that is full of warmth and also detailed richly to give her readers a sense of being there with her. Her posts—far from being of the run-of-the-mill variety—invite the reader to look at these destinations from a new perspective and in a way that excellently portrays things that can only be experienced by someone who has visited those places. Her blog also serves as a useful tool for travelers looking to book accommodations beforehand.

#4 Helen in Wonderlust: Africa Travel Blog & African Adventure

Helen is an event manager who had her heart set on seeking out new experiences from the word go. Her approach to solo traveling for the female explorer is as practical as it gets as she doles out useful tips and various insights on solo female traveling.

Her blog contains a mixture of fun recollections as she describes her adventures through Africa and other parts of the world, and practical guides to things like planning your dream trip, getting travel insurance, places to visit, where to get the best culinary experiences, and a very detailed city guide for her hometown, Liverpool. Her passion for Africa is one that is mirrored in several of her posts which have been dedicated to hiking, backpacking, or traveling through the wild continent. Her post on becoming a full-time blogger— When One Door Closes…On Becoming a Full-Time Travel Blogger —is very useful for solo travelers looking to make a career out of it.

#5 Adventurous Kate: The Solo Female Travel Blog

Adventurous Kate is a solo female travel blog about Kate from Boston, USA. Like a lot of other travel bloggers Kate quit her job in 2010 at the age of 26  and set off on a world of Adventure and hasn’t looked back. She has traveled everywhere from Australia to Vietnam and has covered almost 60 different countries.

Her Blog Adventurous Kate include great articles, accommodation advise and other fantastic reviews,  there is also a great travel resources page offering links to Cheap Flights, Accommodation, Insurance and Travel Gear. Kate is a full time blogger who regularly posts great articles including Where to Stay in Barcelona — Best Neighborhoods and Accommodation .

The website design isn’t as good as some of the other travel blogs and looks like it could do with a refresh however the content is amazing, packed full of great information and fantastic colorful photography. Kate has a great social media following including over 50K followers on Facebook as well as a great following on Twitter, Youtube, Linked In and Google +

The Adventurous Kate blog is one of our favorite solo travel blogs and the articles continue to be interesting and packed full of information.

#6 The Boutique Adventurer

The Boutique Adventurer is the the brainchild of Amanda O’Brien, an Aussie currently living in London who is a frequent traveler while also enjoying a little luxury in her life. This fantastic travel blog includes great articles on destinations from Australia to Tunisia and everywhere in between.

Amanda has visited over 70 countries and she likes to travel with friends, families as well as solo which is unusual for travel blogs who normally only cover 1 niche area.  Some The articles covered on this blog include Iceland Travel Tips: Top 10 Things You Need to Know which makes me want to visit Iceland even more. We also loved the Namibia Self Drive: 10 night itinerary that will give you wanderlust for your next African adventure

The Boutique Adventurer also includes some great travel tips, and reviews of some business class airlines and luxury hotels. There are also some good tips for solo travelers including Holidays for One: Best Organised Tours for Single Travel .

The website design looks good without getting to cluttered which is an issue with some other blog design. Amanda has a great following on most of the social media sites including Facebook and Twitter. If you love to trek during the day while also enjoying the night time creature comforts then this is a great blog to follow.

#7 Girl about the Globe: Making Solo Travel Easier

Lisa has travelled to to 131 countries and 101 of these solo with the aim of inspiring you to solo travel the world. Girl about the Globe is an award winning solo female travel blog that donates to organisations protecting vulnerable girls about the globe.

#8 The Shooting Star: Just a girl who travels

Shivya Nath’s is a story of fulfilling childhood curiosities and ambitions. Ever since quitting her corporate job 6 years ago, she has been on the road searching for new adventures and regaling her readers with all of her wonderful experiences. She leads a fully nomadic lifestyle and works from the road to support her soul’s desire to backpack through every country in the world.

From insightful travel guides to lucid introductions into the life of a full-time solo female traveler, her blog is as resourceful as it is entertaining to read for anyone curious about a life on the road. She captures the essence of every location she visits with beautifully written posts about their lesser-known aspects, making the reader more intrigued about sharing her experiences. Her blog also contains a very helpful Responsible Travel section that the solo female traveler will find very useful in the course of her adventures.

#9 A Dangerous Business: Female Travel Blog

Amanda’s memoirs of the magical time she’s spent on the road belie her small town origins. An avid J.R.R. Tolkien fan (which is where she got the inspiration for her blog’s title), she is a passionate but very unique traveler who has managed to strike a balance between her love for the open road, a full-time job, and her beloved cat.

A Dangerous Experiences is a solo female travel blog centered on her slightly offbeat experiences as she travels to epic destinations. Her homey descriptions of the places she’s been to outline a major (possibly life-changing) experience she’s had at every destination, such as her nail-biting experience on a mountainside in Iceland.

Besides these lucidly written posts, she has also made several posts specifically for the solo female traveler, such as Top 9 Questions about Solo Travel Answered  which debunks several myths surrounding solo female travel in addition to providing a few nuggets of wisdom.

#10 Keep Calm and Travel: Stop Dreaming, Start Moving

At the age of 35, Clelia bought herself a one-way ticket to Bangkok where her nomadic lifestyle kicked off in earnest. She has since had an on-and-off relationship with the open road which has led her to beautiful Cambodia, Thailand (where she worked as a ballet teacher for 5 months), and the magical Philippines. She is a full-time travel blogger with a world of experience on the places to visit, what to do there, and how to have the time of your life as a solo female traveler on the road.

Her blog is a collection of well-researched guides based on her personal experiences, tales of her most exciting experiences at wonderful destinations, places to visit if you want to see natural phenomenon such as the Northern Lights, and useful travel items for the solo traveler.

#11 Bucket List Journey: Tools & Inspiration to Live Your List

Annette and her husband Peter own a trattoria with lots of employees, which gives them plenty of time to fulfill their dream of traveling the world in search of new experiences. Bucket List Journey is a story told in her eyes about her adventures through the waters of Palau, the streets of Thailand, rain forests in Costa Rica, and her zany experience with swimming pigs in the sunny Bahamas.

More than anything, this blog is about getting over the travel jitters any first-time solo female traveler might have about chasing their dreams. True to form, Bucket List Journey is simply a long list of things Annette wishes to do in her lifetime, a fair amount of which have already been checked off. She constantly updates the list and carefully details each and every one of her experiences, such as Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Vineyards of Northern California , in a manner that makes all her readers develop itchy feet.

#12 Rocky Travel Guide: Women Travellers Over 50

Michela paints the Australian outback in colors you’ve never seen before in this useful guide for the solo traveler exploring Australia. Born in Italy, she discovered her natural affinity for learning foreign languages which, by the age of 35, had made her fluent in German, English, Italian, and Spanish.

Her love for foreign dialects eventually burgeoned into a desire to experience foreign cultures, a path that gradually led her to the rocky Australian outback. Since leaving her 9-to-5 job in 2004, she has spent the last 13 years of her life teaching women like herself the benefits of traveling solo in addition to creating interesting memoirs about her backpacking journey through Australia.

Her blog is by far the most useful for the beginner solo traveler (regardless of the destination) since it offers helpful tips on how to pack, must-visit destinations, where to get accommodation, and staying safe on the road. Australia Travel Tips is a comprehensive travel guide for anyone looking to explore Australia for the first time.

#13 Girl vs Globe: Sole Female Travel Blog

Girl vs. Globe is Sabina’s attempt to recreate her experiences on the open road using stunning photography woven with the tales of her enthralling experiences. Her story takes us through her journey from her homeland in the Czech Republic to her current home in Scotland during which she fulfilled her childhood dream to travel the world.

Sabina takes her readers through earth-shattering experiences using nothing but exquisite photography that is good enough to make anyone catch the travel bug. Far from being just eye-candy, her blog contains useful guides through famous cities such as Budapest for the solo female traveler, tips on how travelers can make their Instagram pages as stunning as hers, and how to turn travel memoirs into a successful travel blog. Among the popular posts, 10 Ways to Take Photos of Yourself When Travelling Solo is a great beginner’s guide to creating stunning photo memories while on the road.

#14 Carrot Quinn – Dispatches from the wild

Dispatches from the wild is a travel blog created by Carrot Quinn who is a 34 year old Alaskan that has fallen into long distance hiking. This awesome travel blog has a very detailed account of her various hikes including the Pacific Crest Trail (Twice) , The Continental Divide Trail and Wyoming’s spectacular Wind River High Route.

If you have a look at the about me page you will see the life lived by Carrot before discovering her love of hiking. You can read amazing stories of hitchhiking around North America and time spent riding freight trains and dumpster diving for food. The posts that she currently writes on the blog offer you a insight into this past life and how it has molded her into the person she is now. To get a taste of some of the best articles on the blog you can see Some of her best stuff which offers a collection of blog posts, podcasts and fiction.

As mentioned earlier Carrot Quinn has twice walked the Pacific Crest Trail which is a mammoth 2,660 mile trail stretching from Mexico to Canada. Even more amazingly was the fact that this was her first long distance trail, after completing it she decided to write a book Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart which is available on Amazon .

#15 Hippie in Heels: Travel Blog – Hippie In Heels

Hippie in heels is a travel blog by Rachel Jones, a solo traveller hailing from Ohio. Her blogs feature a fun and hip way of travelling and amusing shopping destinations around the globe.

Readers can get many tips from traveling responsibly to what to buy and where to how to protect themselves from the harsh climates that first time travelers might encounter in stranger countries.

#16 Where in the World is Kate: Solo Travel Tips

Where in The World is Kate  – Solo Travel Blog with Exclusive Travel tips, Buy travel products, & How to be happy, travel anywhere in the world, at any age. Travel Stories, tips, tricks and Amazon travel gear store for women and men 50+ and anyone wants to have fun with us.

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JourneyWoman has been selected as the winner for the 2024 inaugural “Best Travel Blog” Award by the Travel Bloggers Exchange (TBEX) at the TBEX North America conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on July 12, 2024. This category celebrates the written word, honouring travel writers for their eloquent storytelling and insightful perspectives.  The TBEX Travel Creator Awards, presented by Travelpayouts, are designed to recognize and honour the exceptional talent and contributions of individuals and entities shaping the landscape of travel content.

The Award was given out by Rick Calvert, CEO, who says the decision was based on the number of votes received and a review by a panel of judges, which reviewed 15 other travel finalists in addition to JourneyWoman. Travel writer and solo traveller Jen Ruiz (Jen on a Jet Plane), who was also the keynote speaker at TBEX’s North American conference, accepted the award on behalf of Carolyn Ray, CEO, JourneyWoman, who was unable to attend due to pre-planned holidays in Ireland. In her comments, Ruiz thanked TBEX for the recognition and noted that the award is even more special given JourneyWoman’s 30th anniversary as the first travel website in the world for solo women.

“When Evelyn Hannon started JourneyWoman 30 years ago, she had a vision to connect women, to help them build confidence in themselves to take that first step into solo travel — and that vision holds true today,” Ruiz said. “Evelyn also inspired many others to start their own travel businesses and be entrepreneurs, to follow their dreams. This award shows the power of an idea, and how it can be sustained over time.”

“I’m so grateful to our readers for voting for us, our incredible writers, team , community, partners and the travel industry for their support of JourneyWoman over the past 30 years,” said Carolyn Ray, Editor and CEO, JourneyWoman. “JourneyWoman is special because it has been co-created with solo women led the way for the rest of us and continue to inspire us with their courage, resilience and adventurous spirit. This award also shows that organizations like TBEX recognize the power of older women as a key demographic in travel. I hope the travel industry pays attention to this.”

Ray continued, “I also want to acknowledge the other finalists in this category for their hard work and dedication, through particularly challenging times. Keeping a travel blogging business going through the pandemic deserves its own recognition. I’m honoured we were included among so many incredible travel bloggers and writers.”

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The Allure of Luxury Travel: Tailored Experiences for Every Woman

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Luxury travel offers the ultimate escape, promising opulence, comfort, and unforgettable experiences. For women, luxury travel can cater to a variety of preferences and life stages, from family vacations and girls’ getaways to solo adventures and trips tailored for women over 50. Here’s a guide to making the most of luxury travel, no matter the occasion.

Family Trips: Creating Cherished Memories

Traveling with family is an opportunity to bond and create lasting memories. Luxury family vacations go beyond the usual to offer unique experiences that cater to all ages. Resorts with kid-friendly amenities, such as dedicated play areas, pools, and activity programs, ensure that children are entertained while parents can enjoy relaxing spa treatments or gourmet dining.

Consider destinations like Hawaii , where luxury resorts offer beachfront villas, cultural activities, and family-friendly excursions such as snorkeling, hiking, and luaus. Europe also offers great family luxury options; think private villa rentals in Tuscany with personal chefs or guided tours of historical sites in Rome and Paris.

For a truly extravagant experience, a family safari in Africa can provide awe-inspiring wildlife encounters. Luxury lodges offer educational programs for children while parents enjoy guided game drives and sunset cocktails.

Girls’ Trips: Indulgence and Fun

A luxury girls’ trip is the perfect way to relax, reconnect, and create fun memories with your closest friends. Destinations that combine relaxation, adventure, and nightlife are ideal for these getaways.

Consider the Caribbean for its stunning beaches and all-inclusive luxury resorts that offer everything from spa treatments to water sports. Islands like St. Barts and Turks and Caicos are famous for their exclusive resorts, vibrant nightlife, and pristine beaches.

For a city escape, Las Vegas offers unparalleled luxury with world-class hotels, fine dining, and top-tier entertainment. Indulge in spa days, high-end shopping, and evenings at the finest restaurants and shows.

If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, Napa Valley ‘s wine country offers luxurious accommodations in vineyard settings, private wine tastings, hot air balloon rides, and gourmet dining experiences. It’s the perfect backdrop for relaxation and catching up with friends over a glass of wine.

Solo Trips: Empowering and Rejuvenating

Solo travel is an empowering experience, allowing for self-discovery and personal growth. Luxury solo trips offer the perfect blend of independence and indulgence.

Destinations like Bali provide a serene environment with luxury retreats that focus on wellness and spirituality. Yoga retreats, spa treatments, and meditation sessions in picturesque settings can rejuvenate the soul.

For a more adventurous solo trip, consider a luxury tour of Japan. Experience the tranquility of traditional ryokans, explore bustling cities like Tokyo and Kyoto , and indulge in world-class cuisine. Luxury tour operators can arrange guided experiences, ensuring safety and comfort while you explore.

European river cruises offer another fantastic solo travel option. These cruises provide a high level of service, beautiful scenery, and the chance to visit multiple destinations without the hassle of constant packing and unpacking. Solo travelers can enjoy guided tours during the day and the camaraderie of fellow travelers in the evening.

Trips for Women Over 50: Elegant and Relaxed

Traveling in your 50s and beyond is about experiencing the world with a refined perspective. Luxury travel for women over 50 should focus on comfort, elegance, and meaningful experiences.

Cruises, especially river cruises, are an excellent choice. They offer the chance to explore multiple destinations with ease and comfort. European river cruises along the Danube, Rhine, or Seine provide beautiful scenery, cultural excursions, and luxurious amenities on board.

Luxury train journeys, such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, offer a nostalgic yet opulent travel experience. These journeys combine the romance of rail travel with the comfort and elegance of modern luxury, taking you through breathtaking landscapes with stops at iconic destinations.

For those seeking relaxation, spa resorts in locations like Switzerland or Thailand offer world-class treatments, stunning views, and a serene environment. These retreats focus on holistic wellness, combining spa therapies, healthy cuisine, and activities like yoga and meditation.

Cultural tours in destinations like Italy , France, or Greece provide enriching experiences with guided visits to historical sites, cooking classes, and private wine tastings. Luxury tour operators can create bespoke itineraries that cater to individual interests, ensuring a personalized and fulfilling travel experience.

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For those considering moving abroad, one Canadian woman is breaking down the cost of living in Vietnam.

Content creator and entrepreneur Mai lives with her husband and two kids. She shared on social media that they sold their home and have been living in the coastal city of Nha Trang. She recently shared their monthly living costs.

In an Instagram post, she explained that she and her husband decided to leave Canada because of the long winters, the cost of living, high taxes, and healthcare. She also stated that they decided to move because they disagreed with the school system, and they've been homeschooling their children in Canada.

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"It's both scary and exciting, but we believe this is the right move for now, especially thinking about the best for our kids as they grow up," said Mai, adding that they might move back to Canada in the future.

According to Canada's Food Price Report 2024 estimates, the average family of four in Canada is expected to spend $16,297.20 on food in 2024.

According to a report by InterNations, an online network and guide for expats, Vietnam was the most affordable country for expats in comparison.

"Not only do well over four in five expats there (86 per cent) rate the cost of living favourably, half (50 per cent) rate it as very good (compared to a global average of 40 per cent and 12 per cent, respectively)," reads the survey.

So, how affordable is life in Vietnam? In a YouTube video , Mai breaks down the family's monthly expenses, from housing to food. We used the conversion rate of $1 CAD to 18,678 Vietnamese dong.

"For a two-bedroom luxury condo with an ocean view in the heart of Nha Trang, you're looking at about 22 million Vietnamese dong (CAD$1,178)," explained Mai. "This includes water, electricity, and access to pool and gym."

On average, she stated that a studio costs CAD$267 per month.

Regarding food, Mai pointed out that expenses can vary depending on preference.

"Groceries are, of course, cheaper, which means cooking at home could greatly lower your expenses, although eating out here is quite affordable," she explained. "It's a great time-saver."

She said that while her family spends about CAD$990 a month eating at luxury restaurants and local spots, a single person "living luxuriously" can expect to pay CAD$247 a month on meals.

Transportation

Getting around is also highly affordable.

"We purchased a motorbike for 19 million Vietnamese dong (CAD$1,017). Alternatively, renting one costs about 1,500,000 Vietnamese dong per month (CAD$80)," explained Mai, adding that filling up the tank costs them CAD$4.30 weekly.

Taxis and ride-shares are another way to get around and are also budget-friendly alternatives.

"Taxi and ride-sharing services like Grab are also very affordable," said Mai. "For example, a short 7-10 minute ride to my daughter's swimming classes costs about 30,000 Vietnamese dong (CAD$1.60)."

Mai says prescriptions and doctor visits are also "surprisingly affordable."

For example, an eye appointment with a prescription only costs 150,000 Vietnamese dong per person, or CAD$8.

Similarly, dental cleaning and dental work in Vietnam won't break the bank.

"My youngest also needed dental work, and they were quite gentle with her, and it was quite cost-effective," she said, adding that cleaning per person cost around CAD$10.71.

Perhaps the one pricey part of living in Vietnam is education, especially if you send your children to a private school.

"For international private schooling, the cost is around 13,900,000 Vietnamese dong monthly (CAD$750)," explained Mai.

Leisure and activities

According to Mai, visiting beaches in Nha Trang is free, but you can rent an umbrella for CAD$5.35.

There are also playgrounds to keep children entertained.

"The cost for kids' activities like indoor playgrounds per child is also quite reasonable. It's around 200,000 Vietnamese dong (CAD$10.70) a kid," she said.

Mai said she enjoys her "monthly self-care routine," which includes some significantly cheaper treatments than services in Canada.

In Vietnam, a lash lift costs CAD$10.71, brow lamination costs CAD$18.74, and a gel manicure costs an average of CAD$9.60.

Mai added that getting her hair coloured cost her around CAD$160.

"So, as a family of four, we typically spend on the low end about CAD$2,400 monthly on essentials," she said, adding that in comparison, a single person can probably spend around CAD$700.

But living expenses can vary.

"The kind of lifestyle you choose to live here can vary, whether you opt for luxury or simplicity," stated Mai. "It's all about what makes your life feel most abundant."

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See how translation apps make travel smoother by breaking down language barriers, boosting cultural exchange, and helping with directions and emergencies.

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• Translation Apps Benefits: They help travelers overcome language barriers, facilitating communication and cultural exchange, enhancing the travel experience.
• Practical Uses: These apps are useful for navigation, transportation, shopping, dining, exploring sites, and handling emergencies, making travel easier and more enjoyable.
• Risks and Limitations: Despite their benefits, translation apps can misinterpret colloquialisms and context, leading to misunderstandings. Additionally, they pose technical, privacy and security risks, and can hinder language learning if travelers over-rely on them.

Using translation apps while traveling internationally can be incredibly helpful, especially to overcome language barriers. Talking in the local language makes it easier to connect with people and enjoy the culture more.

But there are plenty more reasons why translation apps are useful, including:

• Navigation – To understand signs, menus, and directions in a foreign language.
• Transportation – To communicate with drivers, conductors, or staff in public transportation.
• Shopping & Dining – To negotiate prices, order food, or ask questions while shopping or dining.
• Exploring – To understand historical sites, museums, and attractions with foreign language descriptions.
• Emergency Situations – To seek help or communicate in case of emergencies.

However, there are risks and dangers associated with the use of this technology.

For example, if you’re an English-speaking lawyer on vacation traveling in France and want to let a local person know what your profession is you could ask Google Translate to provide the French version of “I am a lawyer.”

Google Translate will suggest you say, “Je suis un avocat.” Unfortunately – and perhaps amusingly –, you just told your French friend that you are an avocado. The word “avocat” means lawyer and avocado in French. The key distinction is the use of the French word “un” before the word “avocat.” With the word “un” before “avocat” it means avocado, without it the meaning is “lawyer.”

If, however, you used Microsoft Translator then it would recommend you say, “Je suis avocat” – without the French word “un” – and that means you are, in fact, a lawyer.

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What Apps Are Available?

There are several translation apps available that can assist with language translation, text recognition, voice translation and offline capabilities. The following are 10 of the best translation apps for travelers to consider:

• Waygo specializes in visual translation and is particularly useful for translating text in images and menus in Asian languages.
• Papago is a popular translation app in Asia, offering text and voice translation in multiple languages, including Asian languages like Korean, Japanese and Chinese.
• TripLingo is designed specifically for travelers and has language guides, cultural information and voice translation in multiple languages.
• Google Translate is one of the most popular and widely used translation apps. It offers text, speech and camera translation in many languages, as well as offline capabilities for some features.
• Microsoft Translator provides text and voice translation in multiple languages, as well as the ability to translate conversations in real-time with several participants.
• ITranslate offers text and voice translation, a dictionary, offline mode and the ability to save favorite translations for quick access.
• SayHi provides voice translation in multiple languages and allows users to have multilingual conversations with real-time translation.
• Translate Now offers text and voice translation in numerous languages, as well as the ability to save and organize translations for future reference.
• Babylon Translator has text and voice translation in multiple languages, as well as a dictionary and language learning tools.
• Easy Language Translator provides text and voice translation in various languages, with a simple and user-friendly interface.

Risks and Dangers of Using Translation Apps

The earlier anecdote about the lawyer who dubbed himself an avocado illustrates the risk that lurks within language translation apps. These tools, though often helpful, don’t always account for cultural nuances or context, and can stumble, sometimes disastrously, over colloquialisms, leading to bewildering misunderstandings and unintended comedy—or worse—when communicating with locals.

There are several other translation app risks, too, including:

• Technical Issues – Apps that rely on internet connectivity can be unreliable or costly.
• Privacy Concerns – Some translation apps require access to personal data, raising privacy issues.
• Security Risks – Using public Wi-Fi networks to access translation apps can expose sensitive information to potential hackers.
• Dependency – Relying too heavily on translation apps may hinder language learning and cultural immersion.
• Communication Breakdown – In complex or nuanced conversations, translation apps may not be able to accurately convey tone or context, leading to misunderstandings.

Before traveling, it’s wise to download and familiarize yourself with one or more of these translation apps to help facilitate communication and enhance your travel experience. It’s also helpful to have a basic understanding of common phrases or greetings in the local language of the country you are visiting to show respect and courtesy to the locals.

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