Active Woman: Surf Goddess Retreats
While on a secret surfing beach on the coast of Mexico, I watched my boyfriend at the time get out and try his board with a perfect point break. I was proud of him, but secretly jealous while I shot photos of his shit-eating grin from the shore. I think if I were to try surfing, it would have to be with other women, and some yoga to make sure my muscles bounced back from my expected falls.
Spiritual Woman: Journeys of the Spirit
The idea of having a spiritual quest while I journey abroad appeals to me. I like the way Journeys of the Sprit organize their trips offered, not only by region, but also by month, and with each trip connected to a spiritual quest. I think I’m about due for learning about forgiveness while in Bhutan.
Outdoorsy Woman: Adventures in Good Company
This company offers it all: hiking, canoeing, sea kayaking, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, rock climbing, backpacking, and horseback riding, and some include two activities to help travelers like me who can easily get bored if I’m not experiencing something new. With a wide age range of women, I’m thinking touring in Bulgaria and hiking in Slovenia might be next to get a flag on my personal travel map.
Creative Woman: Artista
One of the best trips I gave myself was a course in Oaxaca on how to teach photography and writing to children with the renowned photographer, Wendy Ewald. My next art trip needs to include another art form, like oil painting in Spain or watercolor in France. Artista trips are more about the art making than the destination, but think of it as art school in a week and you’ll finally have something to hang on those barren walls.
Solo Woman: Just Us Girls Travel
When I was in Asia, I wanted to travel alone, just not right away. Just Us Girls is like online dating but the hunt is for the perfect travel mate. What an invaluable service for travelers like me who have an arm’s length list of must and must nots for a travel partner. MUST be laid back and MUST NOT shop the whole time.
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