“Fly Solo: The 50 Best Places on Earth for a Girl to Travel Alone” by Teresa Rodriguez Williamson: Traveling alone can be daunting for a woman, so a little guidance can be extremely helpful. Williamson chooses the best places based on factors including safety, social opportunities, cost and friendliness. A quiz at the beginning of the book helps the woman who is thinking about “going it alone” pinpoint her vacation preferences and then gives details on the 50 places and to help determine which ones might be a good “fit.”
“The Best of 2006: The World’s Greatest Hotels, Resorts and Spas”: Whether you are actually planning a trip or just want to dream about it, this book guides you to some of the most beautiful places in the world. For some women, these hotels might become the destination — an adventure where they can relax and enjoy the exquisite surroundings, get a taste of the area cuisine and culture, and soak in soothing treatments from the spa!
“Travelers’ Tales: A Woman’s World” by Marybeth Bond: Women travel alone for different reasons than men. This anthology is a celebration of exploration by the women who found adventure in 50 very different parts of the world. The writers, varying in age and backgrounds, relate their travel experiences and perspectives, from exploring mother-daughter relationships, coming to terms with a major emotional crisis, or becoming immersed in a new culture by living with a family.
