alone can sometimes feel intimidating or unsafe, especially in unfamiliar territories.
Women-only travel is seeing an increase in popularity as more women start travelling again, and as the global tourism business picks up again after the slump experienced during the covid-19 enforced lockdown years in the early 2020s.
This rising trend in women only travel groups offers women the opportunity to travel to new destinations, connect with like-minded people, and experience the world on their own terms in a group who share similar goals and aspirations.
However, like any group-orientated travel situation, there are both benefits and drawbacks to take into account before signing up to a women-only travel group.
Let’s explore the advantages of joining a gender-specific travel group in this article.
Empowerment and Camaraderie
Whether it is for summer or winter breaks, travelling broadens the mind. Travel installs confidence. While solo travel might be more character-building than group tours, the idea of travelling to another country alone can be daunting to many individuals of any gender. Group travel lessens this anxiety and enables individuals within the group to redefine conventional travel narratives, and discover a sense of personal empowerment. Women-only travel groups allow each individual the chance to step out of her comfort zone and take charge of her own adventure without the societal pressures often faced when travelling solo or in mixed-gender groups.
Safe and Supportive Environment
Perhaps the most important factor of women-only group travel is the sense of a safe and supportive environment. Group tour travel operators put the safety of their group as a paramount concern. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere, female travel becomes a transformative experience where women can share stories, challenges, and triumphs, reinforcing a strong sense of community. This collective environment not only enhances the travel experience but empowers women to embrace the world with both resilience and mutual support.
Travel groups for women can be an enriching experience. Having decided to investigate further, how do we go about finding the tour operator that is right for you?
Search online. The internet is probably the number one tool for finding the right travel group. Start by a search engine search using keywords including your destination and “women only” or “women only travel groups.”
Social media. Platforms like Facebook are great places to find women’s travel groups. Many groups have their own groups and pages set up. Join up to the group, read other women’s experiences, travel tips, and don’t be afraid to ask questions in these safe online groups.
Travel forums Perhaps social media groups have overtaken forums in popularity nowadays but there are still some forums that contain discussion boards where fellow female travelers share their experiences and offer tips and advice.
Government Website. There is also a government website offering advice for women travellers.
You might come across recommendations for women’s travel groups in any of these, pages, groups, websites or communities.
Happy Traveling!
