Solo Travel Adventures: Safe Travel for Women, Preparing for a Trip, Overcoming Fear, Travel Tips

When life suddenly grows quieter—when the schedule opens up, the house is still, and a new season begins—it can leave you wondering what comes next.

In this reflective solo episode, Cheryl invites you to dust off the travel dreams you once tucked away while raising families, caring for others, or simply navigating a busy life. Those destinations you’ve always imagined visiting may hold more meaning than you realize.

Cheryl shares a s...

Ever wondered how to travel solo without paying more for the privilege—or feeling alone on the road? We welcome Tracey Nesbitt, cofounder and editor at Solo Traveler, for a lively, practical deep dive into the rise of solo travel among women 50+ and the smarter, cheaper ways to make it happen. Tracy shares how a rocky first duo trip nudged her toward independence, then relives the nerve-wracking paper map moment in Paris that trans...

The hardest part of divorce isn’t the paperwork.

It’s waking up to a life that no longer feels familiar.

Your name.
Your routines.
Your identity.

And the question that whispers in the quiet:

Who am I now?

In this episode, we talk honestly about the emotional weight many women carry after divorce — guilt, shame, exhaustion, and the fear of starting over.

And we explore a simple starting point:

Not a bucket list.
Not a long-haul...

You feel the pull to travel alone.

But something inside says, “That’s not me.”

Not because you can’t.
Because it feels unfamiliar.

If you’ve ever thought:

“It feels selfish to leave.”
“I’m the responsible one.”
“That kind of travel isn’t me.”
“Isn’t solo travel for younger women?”
“What will people think?”
“Who even am I without my roles?”

You are not alone.

In this episode, Cheryl unpacks the identity blocks that...

What if confidence isn’t something you wait for—but something you build?

In this episode, Cheryl explores how solo travel becomes a practical path to steady, grounded confidence for women over 50. From small starter trips to bigger adventures, each experience becomes a layer of self-trust that carries into everyday life.

Confidence isn’t a personality trait.
 It’s a muscle built through action.

In This Episode:

• Why confidence g...

What if confidence for solo travel doesn’t start at the airport—but in your own town?

In this episode, Cheryl shares 12 simple solo date ideas designed to build self-trust, independence, and ease in public spaces—so future solo travel feels natural instead of intimidating.

These aren’t consolation outings.
They’re confidence reps.

From cozy café visits to museum afternoons, from farmers markets to nature trails, each idea strength...

Should you travel solo—or invite a friend along?

If you’ve ever shared a dream trip idea only to have someone invite themselves, this episode will help you decide what truly fits your season, your personality, and your purpose.

In this conversation, Cheryl walks through the real tradeoffs between solo travel and traveling with friends—covering freedom, safety, budget, compromise, and the emotional impact of each choice.

Because the ri...

Have you ever come home from a trip feeling clearer, lighter, or suddenly certain about what needs to change?

In this episode, Cheryl explores why purposeful travel often creates powerful life shifts—and why stepping into a new environment can move the needle in ways that simply thinking about change sometimes can’t.

Blending personal experience with psychological insight, Cheryl shares how walking the Camino reshaped her priorities,...

Have you ever heard another woman’s story and thought, If she can do that, maybe I can too?

In this episode, Cheryl revisits four powerful stories from women who discovered that solo travel can become more than a trip—it can become a turning point.

From a first international journey to New Zealand…
 To rebuilding life during divorce in Kuwait…
 To hiking mountains that quiet anxious thoughts…
 To finding healing and clari...

What happens when the house grows quiet — and you’re left wondering who you are now?

The empty nest season can feel freeing… and disorienting. After decades of caregiving, coordinating, and putting others first, many women find themselves asking: What’s next for me?

In this episode, Cheryl invites you to see your life as a story still being written — and to explore how solo travel can become a meaningful part of your next chapter.

In ...

What if your next solo trip wasn’t just a vacation — but part of your healing?

In this deeply personal episode, Cheryl shares how a two-week solo journey after divorce became the beginning of something far bigger than she expected. What started as space to breathe became clarity, confidence, and a calling to help Christian women over 50 walk through life transitions with intention.

If you’re navigating divorce, grief, or a difficult ...

Are you still waiting for the perfect time to take that dream trip?

For many women, travel goals sit quietly on a bucket list year after year. Not because we don’t want them — but because life feels uncertain, responsibilities feel heavy, and fear whispers, “Maybe later.”

In this episode, Cheryl invites you to stop postponing yourself and start planning intentionally for 2026.

Because life can change in an instant. And your dreams des...

Where should you travel in 2026 — especially as a solo woman over 50?

Travel trends are shifting. Crowded European hotspots are cooling down. More women are choosing meaningful, less touristy destinations that offer safety, infrastructure, and cultural depth.

In this episode, Cheryl shares:

• Her 2025 travel recap (road trips, Iceland, national parks, cruising)
• Why “revenge travel” is fading
• The rise of intentional “why-cations”
• What s...

Solo travel is beautiful—but it’s not always glamorous.

Behind the dreamy photos and bucket-list destinations, there are realities that don’t make the highlight reel. In this episode, Cheryl shares five honest truths about solo travel so you can prepare wisely, manage expectations, and travel with greater peace.

Because confidence doesn’t come from pretending travel is perfect.
 It comes from knowing how to handle what isn’t.

In T...

Is cruising worth it—especially if you usually prefer independent travel?

In this episode, Cheryl shares her first cruise experience sailing out of San Juan, Puerto Rico, and visiting five Caribbean islands in seven days. She offers an honest look at what surprised her, what she loved, what felt frustrating, and what she learned as a first-time cruiser.

If you’re curious about cruising solo—or considering going with a friend—this epi...

Packing for an 11-day trip doesn’t have to feel chaotic, heavy, or overwhelming.

In this episode, Cheryl shares a simple, repeatable packing system that blends capsule wardrobe principles with the practical 5-4-3-2-1 method—so you can travel light without sacrificing comfort or style.

If you’ve ever overpacked “just in case,” this framework will help you simplify your suitcase and feel more confident before you even leave home.

In Thi...

Travel in 2026 isn’t about rushing back to crowded hotspots. It’s about choosing experiences with intention, calm, and clarity.

In this episode, Cheryl explores the biggest travel trends shaping 2026—and how women over 50 can turn them into realistic, meaningful plans.

If you’re craving depth instead of checklists, restoration instead of exhaustion, and confidence instead of chaos, these trends will help you travel smarter.

In This Ep...

Why do you travel?

Before choosing a destination, booking a flight, or building an itinerary, this single question can reshape everything.

In this episode, Cheryl reflects on 100,000 downloads and three years of Solo Travel Adventures by exploring how intention transforms travel from a checklist experience into something meaningful.

Because when your “why” is clear, every decision becomes easier.

In This Episode:

• Eight common reason...

What if your travel bucket list wasn’t a scoreboard—but a compass?

In this episode, Cheryl shares a fresh approach to creating a travel bucket list that reflects your season of life, your energy, and your deeper purpose. Instead of chasing trends or checking boxes, you’ll learn how to build a list that guides intentional, meaningful decisions.

Because dreaming is powerful—but clarity turns dreams into action.

In This Episode:

• How c...