Girl about the Globe

Did you know that Oceania is good for solos? It’s the destination for paradise islands, friendly locals and beautiful nature. If you’re looking to solo travel in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji or the rest of Oceania, then this episode is for you. Resources: Solo Travel in Oceania https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-oceania/ Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift to he...

Have you ever thought about travelling to Dubai? This Emirate city is very different to what you may expect from the Middle East. If you love shopping, beaches and the desert, then this podcast episode is for you.  If you are planning a solo trip to Dubai, I’ve put together recommendations and more on what to see and do as a solo in the Solo Travel in Dubai guide on the girl about the globe w...

Did you know that Central America is good for solos? It’s the destination for adventure, history, culture and nature, If you’re looking to solo travel in Central America, then this episode is for you. Resources: My Central America Travel Guide https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/places-to-visit-in-central-america-my-central-america-travel-guide/ Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free g...

Welcome to episode 47 where we get transported to Malaysia. In this episode I share the interview with Rachel Taylor who lived in Malaysia for 1.5 years. Rachel discusses the differences between east and west Malaysia and the secrets to finding the best cuisine in the country. Apologies for the sound quality with this interview. It was recorded on the road.  Resources: The Taylor Made Travels...

Welcome to episode 46 where we get transported to the destination Taiwan. In this episode I share the interview with Sarah Morlock who lived in Taiwan for 2 years. Sarah also taught English in Taiwan and shares her tips and advice on exploring this safe, Asian country. Resources: Every Mile a Memory - http://everymileblog.com Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift to help you on...

Welcome to a brand new series! We’re now into series 3 and I want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has been listening to the episodes. I started this podcast in April to help you to travel solo and as much as travel is still restricted 6 months later, let’s keep the dream of travel alive. I hope that series 3 will inspire you to visit destinations that you may never have thought of.&nbsp...

Welcome to episode 44 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I discuss how we can make a difference through voluntourism. This is the last episode in series 2 and the Girl about the Globe podcast will be return with series on 12th October. In the meantime, stay safe and well. Resources: Voluntourism https://www.girlabo...

Welcome to episode 43 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I discuss controversial destinations and whether we should really visit them. Resources: Foreign Office Travel Advice https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift to help you on your travels https://www.gi...

Welcome to episode 42 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I discuss ways that we can make a difference to wildlife when we travel and be an animal-friendly tourist. Resources : Responsible Travel Wildlife Travel Guide https://www.responsibletravel.com/holidays/wildlife/travel-guide Subscribe to Girl about the Globe...

Welcome to episode 41 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I discuss ways that you can have a cultural experience to give us a better understanding of the countries we are travelling to and the people whom we meet. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/how-to-have-a-cultural-experience/ Subscribe to Girl about...

Welcome to episode 40 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I share an interview with Ginger Kern, a coach, TedX speaker, and the curator of Global Shapers Boulder Hub. Realising that only 38% of Americans had a passport, Ginger set up a non-profit to change that statistic. Ginger shares her experience of living in an...

Welcome to podcast 39 of our Girl about the Globe podcast where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I share the best responsible travel companies for solo females. With travel still very restricted, if you are planning a trip for next year and unsure which tour company to go with, then this episode will help. Resources: Solo Female Friendly - https://www.gi...

Welcome to our second series of our Girl about the Globe podcast, and episode 38, where I’m continuing our series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I share an interview with Jan Edwards, founder and CEO of Paving the Way, an organisation committed to being a fierce disruption in the cycle of child trafficking around the globe. Jan has been awarded Humanitarian of the Year and she...

Welcome to podcast episode 37, where I’m continuing our theme for our second series of making a difference when you travel. This week, I share an interview with Hollie Carr, an author, TEDx speaker, and fellow solo traveller. This insightful interview covers so many layers of making a difference. Hollie shares how a solo trip to China to teach English inspired her to write a book that would go on...

There are many great organisations making a positive social impact to their local communities. Whether it is a restaurant, accommodation or an online business, people are making positive changes about the globe. Here are some fantastic social impact programs around the world. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/social-impact-projects/ Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free g...

Welcome back to our second series of the podcast! Our series will now be weekly and every Monday. Our second series is all about making a difference. To kick off our second series, as the world starts to open up, I discuss how to be a conscious traveller. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/conscious-travel/conscious-travel-menu/ Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift t...

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Nicaragua, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Stephanie Henthorne, a fellow solo traveller who has visited Nicaragua several times as a solo, and lived there for a year.    Free Gift: Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com Thanks for listening to series 1 of the Girl about the Globe podcast...

If you want to travel solo but are not sure if you can do it. In this week’s episode I cover the pros and cons of travelling alone. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/before-you-solo-travel/why-solo-travel/ Free Gift: Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Peru, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Kach Medina from Two Monkeys Travel who spent six months in Peru and shares her tips on where to go and the similarities between Peru and the Philippines. (N.b. apologies for the sound quality). Resources: Two Monkeys Travel https://twomonkeystravelgroup.com Resources: Solo Travel in Peru https://www.girlaboutth...

You don't have to save for years to be able to travel. Although many travellers work for a long period of time to save up for a trip before taking months off to experience the world, this doesn’t have to be the only option available. Find out what jobs you can do to live and work abroad. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/working-abroad/ Free Gift: Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and r...

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Nepal, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Elen Turner who travelled and lived in Nepal for a year. Elen shares her tips on safety in Nepal and the best places to see in Nepal for solos. Resources: Elen Turner’s Website: http://www.elenturner.com Free Gift: Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com

Once you’ve made the decision to go it alone, got past the roadblocks and accepted the downsides of travelling solo, there’s one more hurdle to jump as you’ll soon realise that not everyone will share the same enthusiasm for your big trip. In this episode I cover the most common travel myths. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/travel-myths/ She Travels After Quarantine Summit - Get your...

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to India, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Mariellen Ward, who has travelled and lived in India for more than a decade. Mariellen shares her tips on safety in India and her favourite places for solos. Resources: Solo Travel in India https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-asia/solo-travel-in-india/ Resources: BreatheDreamGo https://breathedream...

There’s no doubt about it, travelling costs money, especially solo travelling but you can stay on the right track and stick to your budget. Here are some ways on how to save money when travelling alone. Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/before-you-solo-travel/how-to-save-money-travelling-alone/ Free Gift: Subscribe to Girl about the Globe and receive a free gift https://www.girlaboutthe...

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Vietnam, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Jessica Schmit, who lived in Vietnam and gives her tips and advice on how to travel solo to Vietnam Resources: Solo Travel in Vietnam https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-asia/solo-travel-vietnam/ How To Be A Socially Responsible Tourist In Vietnam - https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/how-to-be-a-s...