There’s a moment many of us reach in midlife. A quiet whisper that asks:
Is this it?
We’ve been the caregivers, the professionals, the reliable ones. But beneath it all, there’s a part of us that’s still curious. Still hungry for joy, adventure, meaning.
Do you ever dream of travelling solo but find yourself held back by fears and doubts? We all carry limiting beliefs that could stop us from taking the leap into transformative travel experiences. But the truth is, these fears are just stories we’ve been told—or told ourselves. It’s time to break free!
For many of us, travel can be so much more than an escape from the everyday or a chance to tick off bucket-list destinations. It can be a profound opportunity for transformation, self-discovery, and renewal. But to fully embrace this potential, it’s essential to identify your WHY for travel.
Back in 2018, my neighbours came to me with a question. It began with:
“You know how you’re never here…?”
It has struck me recently that for many of us who live alone, contemplating travelling solo too may not exactly fill us with joy. We ideally like to have someone there with us, at least to share a meal and […]
It was with a sense of anxiety that I boarded a plane again for the first time in 18 months. I was headed to Iceland & didn’t feel I was quite ready. But the timing was perfect. I learned so […]
Have you made your new year’s resolutions yet? How about adding self-development to your list? Whether you are limited to staying local or keen to start to travel further afield, there is no reason to limit your imagination on how […]
After 30 years & 6 continents, travel is my passion. However, after a year of being grounded, it has given me time to reflect & think deeply about the future of the industry I love. The world has changed & […]
Are you wanting to travel alone for the first time? Then look now further! Here are 21 amazing ideas for your first solo trip as a woman. Includes learning a skill, volunteering, yoga & fitness retreats & loads more to […]
If you are looking for a short hike with an amazing view to watch the sunrise then look no further! Here is the story of one of my favourite hikes to watch the sunrise in Viñales Cuba. It includes getting […]
Welcome to my little corner of the internet, for women in midlife who feel the pull to explore — not just the world, but themselves.
I’ve been travelling for over 30 years, through seasons of joy, grief, reinvention and becoming. Travel didn’t just show me new places — it helped me find my way back to myself.
Here I share honest travel stories and reflections on courage, change and second acts.
You don’t need to be brave yet. You’re welcome exactly as you are.
