Solo Travel Adventures: Faith-Rooted Intentional Travel for Christian Women Over 50

Hi Sister Travelers! Trying to plan your first solo international trip and feel overwhelmed with all the research? Do you have concerns about how to coordinate your travels physically and mentally? In today's episode, you will hear a live coaching session with a solo traveler who is backpacking in Chile but shared some concerns that we tackled in this coaching call. My guest is Bonnie Jean Sc...

Are you a chronic over-packer?  Do you wish you could pack with one carry one when you travel? Do you want to feel less stressed about packing? Packing can be easy if you adopt the idea of a capsule wardrobe. Before packing, consider the following: 1) Weather at your destination 2) The activities you will be doing on your trip 3) The local customs 4) Fabric type (weather related too). A capsule wa...

Three small items you can fit in your purse or carry on to ensure safety as a solo traveler. 1) A Whistle or She's Birdie device. Both items can alert others to trouble or alarm a potential threat to go away. https://amzn.to/3wUtghE     She’s Birdie–The Original Personal Safety Alarm for Women by Women–130dB Siren, Strobe Light and Key Chain in 5 Pop Colors 2) Portable Door Lock- adds another...

Are you one to worry so much that you can't even enjoy your trip? Do you worry about pick pocketing, being followed, belongings stolen or being physically attacked? These 5 common tips will put your mind at ease and as you practice them, build your confidence as a solo traveler. 1) Be aware of your surroundings at all times. 2) Stay and walk in populated places. Don't walk down an alley...

Are you using the excuse that you can't afford to travel but continually live in luxury, comfort and excessive spending at home? Take time to evaluate your spending. Where can you cut back or what can you eliminate so you can go on that trip this year? If you spend $13.70 a day on unnecessary expenses, you are wasting $5000 a year. $5000 can get you a very nice trip/vacation. 10 Ways to Save...

Are you hesitant about traveling solo because you are worried about safety? Or not sure where it is safe to travel as a solo female traveler? Through research and personal experience, I have compiled a list of 10 Safe Countries: 1) Ireland 2) Iceland 3) Netherlands 4) Germany 5) Norway 6) Austria 7) Australia 8) Canada 9) Denmark 10) Switzerland Honorable Mentions: Spain and Portugal Do your resea...

Whether you are a solo traveler, a beginner or an experienced traveler, these 3 basic safety steps will put your mind as ease while you travel. Before you get on that plane, set up the following: 1) Make a copy of your passport or other legal identification. * Make a physical copy and give it to the contact person at home. Or if you are traveling with someone, give them a copy. * Email yourself a...

Are you using excuses that hold you back from solo traveling now? The three common reasons I hear from women as to why they can't solo travel tend to be: 1) FEAR- Fear is a real thing but we need to get to the bottom as to why. What is driving that fear? We can overcome fear by understanding it and equipping ourselves with the tools and skills to conquer that fear. Start with baby steps to ge...

What is your first memory of travel? These early memories can shape how we view travel and how we plan any future travel as well. Action steps: 1) Try to recall your first travel memory. Was it positive or not so great? Either way, this experience can dictate how we feel about travel. What was the feeling surrounding this first travel trip? 2) Why do you have a desire or passion for travel? If you...

Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a magical Christmas market around the holidays?  I researched numerous places both internationally and locally (to the USA) and found 5 places that encapsulate both the Old World feel and winter recreation opportunities. 1) Vienna, Austria: Hosts one of the largest on the planet with numerous markets across the city. Nine skiing places in the vicinity. 2) Dres...

Have you recently gone through a traumatic event? Maybe you lost a loved one, a spouse, a divorce or had a health scare. Travel can provide the pathway to healing in body, mind and spirit. First, travel physically separates us from our situation providing a different perspective and time alone to process and grieve. Solo travel forces us to look within and reflect. Secondly, travel forces us to in...

Do you include travel goals into your yearly planning? You should if your desire is to travel. Where is it you so deeply desire to go? Follow these steps as I coach you on this episode to achieve these goals. 1) Spend some time reflecting and visualizing that place you want to go to in 2023. Write it down in vivid details. Write in the present tense as though you are currently there experiencing t...

Losing or running out of money while traveling alone can be a concern. Follow these tips to secure and protect your money while traveling. 1) Money Belt or other concealed pockets, which is better? Money belts are widely known by most people and are not necessarily safe anymore. Don't advertise where your money is hidden. Try concealed pockets in underwear, bras, leggings or use your sock or...

Are you traveling during the holidays? In general the holidays can be stressful enough but even more so if you are traveling during this time. If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try to pick days/dates that are less busy. The busiest days to travel are: the day before Thanksgiving (in the US) and the Sunday after Thanksgiving and two days before Christmas and sometimes the day after dep...

Every country has a passport system to identify citizen of that country. Most of what I am sharing here relates to US citizens, but everyone should has a passport for international travel. What is the difference between a Passport book, Passport card and the new Real ID requirements? Passport book is best for international travel and for identification in the US. The Passport card, which is the si...

Is fear holding you back from traveling solo? Discover 4 ways to overcome these fears. 1) Change Your Mindset. If you are consumed with worry and fear, you will become frozen and not move forward to travel. By looking at things from a positive mindset, can erase those fears and combat all the "what ifs" . I call it "Flip the Script". In most cases we are thinking of the worst c...

What is solo travel and why would anyone want to travel alone? Solo travel can be arranged with group tours, cruises or completely on your own. If you are overwhelmed and fearful of solo traveling, you may want to start with a group in which they will do all the planning for you. Or start small with a day trip by yourself and drive somewhere close to home to test it out. Why do people want to trav...

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