Travel the World Confidently - Solo Travel for Women Over 40

Have you been dreaming about taking a solo trip but aren't quite ready to travel far from home?

The good news is you don't have to. One of the best ways to build confidence as a solo traveler is to practice close to home.

In this episode of Travel the World Confidently, I'm sharing simple ways to gain solo travel experience without booking a cross-country flight. From exploring your own city to taking day trips and staycations, these small adventures can help you become more comfortable traveling alone while discovering places you may have overlooked.

Whether you're preparing for your very first solo trip or simply looking for new ways to explore, you'll walk away with practical ideas you can start this weekend.

🎙️ In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why practicing close to home builds travel confidence
• Easy solo adventures you can take in your own area
• How day trips and staycations prepare you for bigger journeys
• Ways to discover hidden gems where you live
• How small steps today can lead to bigger solo adventures tomorrow

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Thinking about taking your first solo trip, but not sure where to go?

Colorado is one of my favorite destinations for beginner solo travelers because it offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, flexibility, and confidence-building experiences.

In this episode, I share five reasons why Colorado is such a great place to start your solo travel journey. From easy transportation and beginner-friendly destinations to scenic drives, outdoor adventures, and charming mountain towns, Colorado makes it easy to travel at your own pace.

🎙️ In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why Colorado is easy to navigate as a solo traveler

• The variety of destinations available for every comfort level

• How to combine city experiences with outdoor adventures

• Activities that are perfect for solo travelers

• How Colorado can help build confidence for future trips

I also share practical tips for planning your first solo trip, including how long to stay, how much to plan, and why confidence comes from taking the trip—not waiting until you feel ready.

If you've been dreaming about traveling alone, Colorado might be the perfect place to begin.

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Packing for a solo trip isn't just about fitting everything into a suitcase. It's about feeling prepared, confident, and ready for the unexpected.

In this episode, I'm sharing what I pack when I travel alone, the mistakes I made when I used to overpack, and why carrying less actually helps me feel safer and more confident while traveling.

🎙️ In this episode
• Why overpacking can create more stress
• The essential items I never leave home without
• What I've stopped packing over the years
• How to pack for confidence instead of fear
• Tips to make solo travel easier and more enjoyable

Whether you're planning your first solo trip or looking to simplify your packing routine, these practical tips can help you travel lighter and with greater peace of mind.

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In this episode, Angela interviews Mari Wuellner , coach and founder of the Crew Life Coaching Collective, about the importance of giving yourself permission to prioritize self-care, travel, and your own well-being.

After experiencing severe burnout following years of overworking, Mari reached a breaking point that ultimately changed the way she approached life, rest, and personal fulfillment.

Together, they discuss why so many women struggle with guilt around self-care and travel, and how small acts of self-prioritization can create meaningful change over time. Mari also shares the powerful story of taking a solo trip to Florence as part of her healing journey and explains why travel can be such a transformative tool for reflection and growth.

If you've been feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or like you're constantly putting yourself last, this episode offers encouragement and practical strategies to begin reclaiming time and space for yourself.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• Why women often struggle to prioritize themselves
• Recognizing the early signs of burnout
• How overworking can impact physical and emotional health
• The guilt many women feel around self-care and travel
• Why self-care is not selfish or indulgent
• Mari's solo trip to Florence and its role in her healing journey
• Simple self-reflection practices for checking in with yourself
• Creating small opportunities for rest and renewal
• How travel can support personal growth and healing
• Giving yourself permission to put your own needs on the list

Connect with Mari:

INSTAGRAM: @mariwuellner

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In this episode, Angela talks with Laura Rahn, a retired educator and certified family travel coach, about creating more enjoyable and meaningful family vacations, especially when traveling with older children and adult kids.

Laura shares practical strategies for planning trips that balance diverse personalities, interests, budgets, and expectations, helping families stay connected rather than stressed. She explains why communication before the trip matters so much and how involving children and young adults in the planning process can lead to smoother, more memorable travel experiences.

The conversation also covers family dynamics during travel, flexibility in planning, and creative budgeting and financial contributions when traveling with adult children. Laura encourages families to move away from perfection and focus instead on connection, shared experiences, and realistic expectations.

If family travel has started feeling more complicated as your children get older, this episode offers helpful ideas to make planning easier and vacations more enjoyable for everyone involved.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• How family travel changes as kids get older
• Planning trips with older children and adult offspring
• Why communication before the trip is important
• Helping kids feel involved in the travel experience
• Managing different personalities and expectations
• Flexibility and realistic planning for family vacations
• Budgeting and financial conversations with adult children
• Creating meaningful family memories without over-scheduling
• Reducing stress and conflict during family trips

Connect with Laura:

WEBSITE: ⁠Seldom a Dull Moment⁠

INSTAGRAM: @⁠laurarahn_travelcoach⁠

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In this episode, Angela interviews Gina Cambridge, a travel coach, travel experience host, and founder of Wanderlust Solo Women Tours and Wanderlust Travel Coaching. Gina shares how solo travel can help women rediscover themselves later in life and step into a new season of confidence, independence, and personal growth.

Together, they discuss how solo travel is no longer just for younger travelers, and why more women over 40 are using travel to reconnect with themselves after major life transitions. Gina explains how purposeful travel experiences can help women build self-trust, meaningful connections, and a renewed sense of identity.

The conversation also explores the emotional side of solo travel, including overcoming fear, embracing change, and pursuing experiences that feel exciting and fulfilling. Gina shares insights from her coaching work and group tours, encouraging women to stop waiting for the “perfect” time and start creating a life that feels aligned with who they are becoming.

If you’ve been craving adventure, confidence, or a fresh start, this episode offers encouragement and practical insight into how travel can become a powerful tool for rediscovery and growth.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Why more women over 40 are turning to solo travel
• How travel supports self-discovery and reinvention
• Building confidence and self-trust through travel
• Moving through fear and uncertainty later in life
• The difference between purposeful travel and checking destinations off a list
• Why women don’t need to wait for the “perfect” time to travel
• Creating meaningful connections while traveling solo
• How group travel and coaching can support hesitant travelers
• Using travel as a tool for growth, healing, and independence

Connect with Gina:

WEBSITE: Wanderlust Solo Women Tours

FACEBOOK: Wanderlust Solo Women Tours

INSTAGRAM: Wanderlust Momentum

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In this episode, Angela talks with Robin Finney, a coach and speaker who helps women build confidence and deeper connections through travel and photography. Together, they discuss how travel photography can become more than just taking pictures it can be a meaningful way to document personal growth, memories, and self-confidence while traveling solo.

Robin shares practical tips for capturing better travel photos, including how to feel more comfortable in front of the camera, use video mode for candid snapshots, and experiment with different angles and settings. She also explains the benefits of hiring local photographers while traveling, not only for professional photos but for local insight, hidden gems, and more authentic cultural experiences.

The conversation explores why many women avoid being in photos and how travel photography can help shift confidence and self-perception over time. Robin encourages travelers to focus less on perfection and more on capturing the emotions and experiences that make a trip meaningful.

If you’ve ever returned from a trip realizing you were behind the camera instead of in the memories, this episode will encourage you to step into the frame and document your journey with more confidence and intention.

🎙️ In this episode, we chat about:

• Why women often avoid being in travel photos
• How travel photography can build confidence
• Tips for taking better solo travel photos
• Using video mode to capture candid moments
• How to feel more comfortable in front of the camera
• The benefits of hiring local photographers while traveling
• Capturing meaningful memories instead of perfect photos
• Creative ways to document your solo travel experiences
• Connecting travel memories to emotion and personal growth

You can connect with Robin:

WEBSITE: Wandering Aunt

INSTAGRAM: @wanderingaunt

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In this episode, Angela talks with Kitsy Higgins about her solo trip to Paris and how she worked through the fears that often hold women back from traveling alone, especially later in life.

Kitsy shares how she moved past intimidation by preparing intentionally, saving money, and building confidence before her trip. She discusses the importance of acknowledging fear instead of ignoring it, and how taking small steps can make solo travel feel more manageable and achievable.

We also talk about the pressure many women feel while traveling, whether it’s worrying about being judged or feeling like they need to follow typical tourist paths. Kitsy encourages women to focus on what they actually enjoy and create a travel experience that feels right for them.

If you’ve been thinking about solo travel but feel hesitant or unsure where to start, this episode offers practical ideas and encouragement to help you take that first step with more confidence.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• How to prepare for your first solo trip
• Building confidence before you travel
• Using tools like Facebook groups for support and planning
• Letting go of fear of judgment while traveling
• Creating a trip based on your personal interests
• Exploring beyond typical tourist experiences
• Simple safety tools like sharing your location
• Why solo travel becomes easier with experience

You can connect with Kitsy:

- Facebook: KitsyC

- Website: kitsyhiggins.com

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In this episode, Angela interviews Alyssa Nogaski, certified travel coach and founder of Solo Girl Wanders, about how women can overcome fear and finally start solo travel.

They discuss the most common fears that hold women back, including safety concerns, decision fatigue, and the belief that you need to wait for the “perfect” time to travel. Alyssa explains why that perfect moment often never comes, and how small, intentional steps can help you move forward anyway.

You’ll learn how to gently challenge fear by starting small, like dining alone or taking day trips, and how these experiences help build confidence over time. Alyssa also shares how the brain can rewire through new experiences, making solo travel feel more natural and less intimidating.

If you’ve been thinking about traveling alone but feel stuck or unsure, this episode will help you take that first step with more clarity and confidence.

🎙️In this episode we talked about:

• Common fears that hold women back from solo travel
• Why waiting for the “perfect time” keeps you stuck
• How to take small, manageable steps toward solo travel
• Simple ways to practice independence before a full trip
• Safety concerns and how to approach them realistically
• How confidence builds through experience
• Rewiring your mindset through new travel experiences
• Why solo travel is about personal growth, not perfection

🎙️Connect with Alyssa Nogaski:

- Website: www.sologirlwanders.com

- Facebook and Instagram: @SoloGirlWanders

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Been thinking about your first solo trip, but something keeps stopping you? This episode is for you.

Angela shares 10 essential tips for women, including safety, confidence, managing loneliness, and realistic expectations, to help you travel alone with clarity and confidence.

If you've been thinking about taking your first solo trip but feel unsure or overwhelmed, this episode offers grounded advice and encouragement to help you take that first step.

🎙️ In this episode, we discover:

• What to know before your first solo trip
• Why you don’t need to prove anything through solo travel
• The difference between being alone and feeling lonely
• How confidence builds through experience—not before
• Why mistakes are part of the learning process
• Simple safety tips and trusting your instincts
• Avoiding unrealistic expectations from social media
• How to plan logistics without overwhelm
• Managing your energy and not over-scheduling
• Why solo travel leads to personal growth and perspective

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