What's Wanderful: Solo travel is for everyone (yes, including you!)
So, What's Wanderful?
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New data shared by Travel Noire shows that 88% of women who travel solo are scared, but they do it anyway.
There is no "right" way to travel, and solo travel certainly isn't a way to "prove" that you're a traveler. But you deserve the self-love of solo travel. Enjoy this empowering experience for yourself.
We are forever inspired by women who are out there doing their own thing despite the fear. Like Devin Brown, who's aiming to be the first Black woman to kayak the entire Mississippi River from source to sea!
Being the first to do something is — to put it lightly — challenging.
But to do it despite the fear and in the face of those challenges? Now, that's Wanderful!
Your Monthly Travel News
Curated features to inspire wanderlust and help you plan your travel adventures
What it’s like to travel as a blind person (Wanderlust Mag)
Why Europe's most famous tourist attractions are turning people away (ABC News Australia)
Introducing SoloTrvlr: Empowering Women and Redefining Solo Travel (Wanderful)
I'm a fashion editor and this is what I'm glad I packed (and wish I didn't) for a month of travelling (Condé Nast Traveller)
I Went on a Safari in Botswana With a Female Guide — Here’s Why It Made All the Difference (Travel + Leisure)
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$1000 off a Costa Rica trip, discounts on Manhattan food tours, & more
Wanderful members can now access special discounts on travel goods and services all around the world, just for being part of the sisterhood!
It's all part of our Women-Owned Travel Database, which we launched late last year to encourage travelers to support women-owned businesses.
Check out the full list here or, if you're a member, click here to start snagging your discounts.
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Psst! 2 new trips are dropping soon!
Eager to plan your 2025 and 2026 travels? Keep an eye on your inbox for an announcement that you will NOT want to miss!
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Last call on 2024 trips
Jordan: 27 September - 4 October (ONE SPOT LEFT)
Mexico City: 31 October - 3 November (for Dia de los Muertos)
Spotlight: Salt Lake City's first adventure-themed hotel
Did you check out evo Hotel during WITS Utah? If you were one of the creators who did, we're exceptionally jealous.
Check out all the coolest features of Salt Lake City's first adventure-themed hotel, like its 33,000 sq ft rock climbing gym>
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If you have a website or blog and SEO & UX remain a mystery, this course is worth checking out!
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Upcoming Virtual Events
Check out a few of our many upcoming events for Wanderful Traveler, Creator, and Small Business Members.
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Monday, June 3 at 1:30 PM PDT Webinar: Develop Photography Skills SERIES with Kateryna Topol (1/3) Are you looking to improve your photography skills? In this series, we will talk about photography best practices, techniques, tips, and tricks that everyone can use in their work. The workshop will focus on those who are learning how to make the best use of their professional equipment (DSLR and/or mirrorless cameras) but we will discuss photog... RSVP |
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Saturday, June 8 at 11:00 AM CDT Virtual Book Club & Author Meet & Greet: Everything Is Not Enough by Lola Akinmade Åkerström Wanderful Book Club! Join us to discuss Everything Is Not Enough by Lola Akinmade Åkerström Lola will JOIN US for the actual meeting to talk about her book! You can purchase the book here. It looks like there is also an audio book available. About the Book From international bestselling author Lola Akinmade Åkerström, the highly anticipa... RSVP |
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Tuesday, June 18 at 6:00 PM EDT Livestream: Working with Creators to Achieve Your Marketing Goals Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Learn how to select and recruit Creators to amplify your brand's visibility and boost sales! 🌟 What You'll Learn: Insider strategies for choosing the best Creators for your business Recruitment mastery for building strong partnerships How to harness Creators to drive sales and visibility ... RSVP |
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Thursday, June 20 at 12:30 PM EDT Solo Travelers Virtual Meetup! Want to meet and connect with other Wanderful women who are traveling solo? Join us for our solo travelers meetup! This is a casual virtual event to meet one another and talk about our favorite topic: travel! Whether you are an experienced solo traveler or just interested in becoming one, join us as we discuss tips and advice for traveling indep... RSVP |
New Member Spotlight
Welcome new members! Connect in the Hub to introduce yourself and grow your community of globally-minded women.
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Deirdre Murphy explorer at heart; fierce advocate for those living (and traveling) with Diabetes; always hunting for a great bargain View Profile |
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Tabitha Kamunya I am an MBA student and a stay-at-home mum of one. I love playing golf, reading, traveling, meeting new people, and volunteering. View Profile |
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Daisy Tafolla Beginner solo traveler. From local to International. Or that is the goal. View Profile |
Local Meetups this Month
Be sure you're signed into the Member Hub to view and RSVP for these events!
Toronto, Canada: Sat, 1 June
Rochester, NY: Sat, 1 June
Portland, OR: Sat, 1 June
Charlotte, NC: Sat, 1 June
Detroit Metro, MI: Sat, 1 June
Green Bay, WI: Fri, 7 June
New York City: Sat, 8 June
Chicago, IL: Sat, 15 June
Rochester, NY Fri, 28 June
New York City: Sat, 29 June
Boston, MA: Sun, 30 June
And a very warm welcome and a special shout-out to our newest local hub in Lebanon — check out their fun opening event!
Want to start a hub in your city? We’re looking for inspired community builders who want to create authentic connections between travel-loving women at home.
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