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Travel Resources for Women Who Travel Solo

This website is about whetting your appetite for the many destinations and mindsets that will turn your simple trip into a journey of discovery. As I travel and surf the Net, I occasionally come across wonderful websites with valuable content about places worth seeing and things worth doing. At the same time, I am sometimes approached by other websites who like my site and would like to be listed in this section. I list those sites I consider useful and of quality here and hope they will help inform you in your research about your upcoming trip - just click on the titles to open up a new window.

Travel Destinations

Western Europe
Lisbon Tourist Guide: Your local friend in Lisbon, Portugal.
My Secret Northern Ireland: Not your standard website but a labor of love.
Barcelona Travel Guide: Flights, hotels and everything to do in this lovely city.
Walking Holidays in Spain: Guided and independent walking holidays in Spain.
Antwerp Guide: Insider and travel advice - all you need to know about Antwerp.
See and Do France: Your complete guide to everything to see and do in France.
Travel to Dorset: All you need to plan a visit to Dorset.
Warwickshire Tourist Guide: Shakespeare Country, North Cotswolds, Coventry...
London Tourist Travel Guide: Lodging, attractions - everything you need to know.
Northern Ireland Travel: Informative travel guide to exploring Northern Ireland.
Completely Crete: A true insider's guide to getting the most from Crete.
Your Perfect Algarve Holiday: The perfect place to visit all year.
Andalucia Travel Guide: A great site highlighting the best sights in Andalucia.
Best European Vacations: Your one-stop Europe travel guide.
CapriWeb: Travel guide to the isle of Capri, bay of Naples and Amalfi Coast.
We Love Crete: Her beaches, history, mountains, olive oil, beaches and sun.
Paris Walking Tours: Private walking tours. Make the most of your Paris stay.
Cyprus Travel Secrets: Your friendly insider guide to Cyprus.
Alicante City Insiders Guide: Alicante is one of the most vibrant cities in Spain.
Discover Scotland: All the information you need to plan a trip to Scotland.
Wonderful Denmark: It may be small, but it packs a punch!
East and Central Europe
Bulgarian Journey: Everything you need for your dream vacation to Bulgaria.
Ukraine Travel Advisor: Full of cultural treasures and beautiful, unspoiled nature.
Russia Ukraine Travel: Get your Russia travel info from the source.
North America
Okanagan Vacation Guide: Discover the beauty in BC Canada!
See Yosemite!: Hiking, rafting, bears, granite mountains and beautiful waterfalls.
Nova Scotia Vacation Guide: Breathtaking seascapes and picturesque villages.
National Park Lodge Guide: Your gateway to America's historic park lodges.
Minnesota Visitor: Visit Minnesota with a lifelong resident as your guide.
The Louisiana Coast: All the great aspects of the Louisiana Coast.
Las Vegas Visitors Guide: Everything about the Entertainment Capital of the World.
Vacation in the Beautiful Florida Keys!: From personal experience.
Why Vancouver: Spectacular natural beauty and breathtaking sights await.
Scenic Oregon Coast Guide: From lighthouses to fishing, and even ghost stories!
Siesta Key Florida Vacation: A perfect 'on the sand' vacation.
Michigan Vacation Destination: All the best getaways and insider tips you'll need.
Lake Placid Area Guide: Whiteface Mountain, hiking and the Olympic village.
Idaho Information Source: Travel suggestions and outdoor adventure ideas.
Asia
All About India: Everything you need to know about Indian travel and culture.
Singapore Travel Guide: As seen by an expat in love with the island.
Visit Chiang Mai, Thailand: Visit  Chiang Mai Thailand's "Rose of the North".
China Travel Guide: China travel guide with all kinds of information and resources.
Must Love Japan: The Video Travel Guide gives real voice and images of Japan.
China Travel Golden Route: Travel China with a native Chinese.
My Island Penang: Through the eyes of a local lady passionate about her island.
Cha'am, Thailand - A Local Travel Guide: Thailand's longest white sandy beach.
Krabi beach paradise in Thailand: Why Krabi beaches are the best in Thailand.
Central and Latin America and the Caribbean
Map Puerto Rico: A great guide to travel in Puerto Rico.
Peru History: Cultural, archaeological and unique heritage in the world.
Living in Patagonia: Live the majestic beauty of the 'deep south'.
Everything Panama: Beautiful Panama, for retirement, fun and business.
My Island Jamaica: Scintillating beaches, alluring reggae, delectable food.
Cancun City:We are your guide to golf, cheap flights, Maya culture and more.
The Enchanted Galapagos Islands: One of the most pristine locations in the world.
Travel Amazing South America: Amazing photographs and wonderful stories.
Africa
Uganda Visit and Travel Guide: Your gateway to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa.
Mount Kilimanjaro Guide: Follow this guide and you WILL make it to the top.
Kenya Travel Guide: Kenya tours and safaris, Kenya vacation and hotels in Kenya.
Middle East
The Jerusalem Insider's Guide: The interface between the past and the future.
Your Guide to Aqaba, Jordan: All the information you need for short or long trips.
Dubai Information Site: The first and only comprehensive website on Dubai.
Egypt: Egypt travel information, including Nile cruises and historic tours.
Oceania and the Pacific
Tonga's Tropical Paradise: 'Eua Island - unsurpassed natural beauty.
Ritas Outback Guide: A guide to Australia's Eastern Outback.
Travelling to Australia? This tourism directory is the ultimate travel guide.

Backpacking and Travel Resources

Adventure Travel Tales and Tips: Planning a long-term backpacking adventure.
International Travel Directory: Comprehensive directory of travel websites.
Nomadic Matt's Travel Site: By long-term backpacker and travel writer Matt.
Backpacking Travel: A guide for starting a life of travel.
Adventure Travel Advisor Online: Find out more about adventure travel here.
Travelwebdir.com: Resources for travelers worldwide.
Boldly Go Solo: Travel solo, but not alone.

Women's Travel Sites and Blogs

Cruising Women on Yachts: For women who love to sail.
U Go Gurl: African American travel, travelers and travel writing.
Nomadic Narrative: Responsible travel for contemporary nomadic women.
Chickable: An online social network for women-only travel.
Women Travel New Zealand: Women-owned and run businesses in Aotearoa.
Wanderlust and Lipstick: Beth Whitman's Essential Guide for Solo Women.
WAVEJourney: Women's adventures, experiences and listings.
Solo Lady: Your best source for solo living.
True Life Planet: Meet my friend Gigi, long-term volunteer.
Women's Buddhist Resources: For women interested in Buddhism's every facet.
Go Galavanting: For women who want to learn and grow as they travel.

Green and Ethical Travel

Try an Eco-Friendly Vacation: Have a fun vacation while staying green.

Travel Health and Safety

Women's Self-Defense Institute: Empowering women to combat crime.
Centers for Disease Control's Travelers' Health Site for vaccination information.
International Travel and Health from the World Health Organization.
Adventure Health Clinic: Adventure and expedition medicine.
Travel Doctor and Net Doctor: Vaccinations by country.
Fit for Travel (UK): for women traveling from the UK.

Overseas Jobs

Crewtraders: A cool way to get your name out there if you want a yacht job.
Working Holidays: Practical info on visas and paperworks for working holidays.

Transportation

Cheap Flights: Search the best airlines with Kayak search engine.

Other Cool Sites

Andrija Ilic Photography: Photo archive documenting the war in ex-Yugoslavia.
MouseTours Travels: Judy and Mark, for answers to all your travel questions.

And if you like your travel a little more organized...

Travels Together: Where there is always someone to travel with.
Cambodia Cycle Tours: Quality cycle tours of Cambodia. Let us pedal you there!
Venus Adventures: Global trips for women who love to travel!
Asia Adventures: Brings you 'hidden gems' and interaction with local people.

...or prefer traveling with your family

My Family Break: For families looking for child-friendly holiday destinations.


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