Travel tip #164: Why Europe feels so hot, and why we hate AC
Hi Reader, I am back home for a few days before heading out to the South Pacific for an adventure of a lifetime ❤️ to prepare our new French Polynesia trip. We are working to launch out first sailing Croatia trip in 2027 soon so if you want to hear first, Join the waitlist. In the meantime, a new spot just opened up on our previously sold out Antarctica expedition, so if you are keen to join us, go check it out. On this week's podcast episode, Meg and I answer the most commonly asked...
3 days ago • 8 min readI travel differently at 45 + How to take better photos of yourself
Hi Reader, How is summer going thus far? I am still in Croatia and loving it! I am really enjoying the summer vibes, the super long days, the beach / sailing / sea vibes of the whole last week and the next few days in Trogir and Split I will spend on my own. Our sailing trip for 2027 will be AMAZING, but only for those who really enjoy and love the summer. It will be hot, no doubt, there will be some crowds in some spots like Dubrovnik, but we will spend mornings swimming and cooling off and...
6 days ago • 11 min readTravel tip #163: Your vacation money doesn't benefit local communities
Hi Reader, I hope your week has been as amazing as mine here in Croatia! I have been here for just over a week, first in Dubrovnik and then sailing the coast on a luxury yacht that we plan to charter next year for our first Croatia sailing trip. We have visited many islands, coves, beaches and beautiful swim spots and I can't get enough of the many shades of blue. Plus, the food! I love summertime for the fresh and juicy tomatoes, the ripe fruit, the salads, the cheese and the wine... Don't...
10 days ago • 8 min read💸 24h to save $500 + Barcelona 2027 tour is live! + Take better photos of yourself
Hi Reader, How is summer going thus far? I am in Croatia where I am spending a big chunk of July, discovering its islands and sailing the coast on the luxury yacht we are going to charter for 2027. Don't miss out on what goes on behind the scenes by following me on Instagram. Join the waitlist for the 2027 Croatia sailing trip if you'd like to join us. $500 OFF Oaxaca October Our Oaxaca offer ends tonight. Don't miss out on the chance to save $500 off this heartful tour that will show you a...
13 days ago • 9 min readTravel tip #162: The benefits of "ugly privilege"
Hi Reader, How are you this week? Are you already on vacation? Have you just returned from a trip? Are you planning your summer holiday? This time of year is the peak season for travel in the northern hemisphere. Temperatures have soared, we already had the first heat wave in Europe and everywhere, the summer holiday spirit has taken over. Planes are full, airports are packed, the streets of popular destinations are crowded and days are loooooong. Sunset is just before 10pm in Spain, making...
17 days ago • 6 min read$500 OFF Oaxaca Oct + We have a new logo! + Our 2027 calendar is live
Hello Reader, How are you doing this week? I am in the mountains of Spain as you read this, in La Vall de Nuria, or Nuria Valley, a beautiful spot in the Pyrenees, hiking and enjoying nature. I will be going to Croatia in a couple of days to scout our newest trip addition, our sailing trip set to launch in 2027. On this week's newsletter: Our Oaxaca October trip is on sale for a limited time only, so go book your spot now not to miss out. We have a new logo! After 6 years with our previous...
20 days ago • 7 min readTravel tip #161: Turn your clothes into a wearable insect repellent
Hi Reader, I hope you are doing well. What a great week at Solo Female Travelers. We are all back at home, chilling and enjoying the summer and we have just finished several trips to Tuscany, Barcelona and beyond, Bali, Japan and Greece ☀️ We have launched a few of the 2027 tours in the last couple of months and several had limited launch offers, don't miss out on booking your spot at a very generous discount 😍 Last spots left on our 2027 Launch offers Two 500 EUR OFF Launch spots left on our...
24 days ago • 5 min read🐨 Australia 2027 is live! + Last spots left on our tours in 2026 / 2027 + Multi sensory travel
G'day Reader, I hope you are doing well. This week, I am excited to tell you about the newest addition to the 2027 calendar: Australia - brought to you by our local Co-Founder, Meg who has put together a trip of a lifetime to her country which she will host! On this week's newsletter: 🦘 Details of our 2027 trip to Australia 🗣️ Last spots on our 2026 and 2027 tours 🎙️ On this week's podcast episode: Traveling when you can't see, a multi-sensorial experience Our 2027 Australia tour is live!...
27 days ago • 6 min readTravel tip #160: Should you wear a moisturising mask on a plane?
Hi Reader, I hope you are doing well. This has been a relatively quiet week at SFT with all of us going back to our desks after a couple of weeks traveling and meeting. Reminder: Only 8 spots left on our 10th anniversary Caribbean luxury sailing trip next February. Book your spot and join the SFT family on a trip to remember! This week's episode of the podcast is a really important, controversial and difficult one that I recommend you all listen to. I talk to Fatima, former Afghan tour guide...
about 1 month ago • 5 min readNew Galapagos 2027 date ($1,000 OFF) + Airport discrimination + Happy Pride + The ethics of travel to Afghanistan
Hi Reader, How is your week going? I spent the weekend at my partner's best friend's wedding and it was a beautiful ceremony filled with love. We took advantage of the mountain location to take time off to hike and explore the area around which is beautiful. In this week's email: Happy pride month! 🏳️🌈 I have recently noticed quite a lot of discrimination towards me, as a woman, in airports, and I am curious to know if you have seen that too Our second Galapagos luxury sailing launch was an...
about 1 month ago • 9 min read