TCN Blog
Traveling Through Loss: A Solo Journey to Healing and Purpose
“I made it for the two of us, Mom.” That’s what I was thinking as I stood on the cliffs of Étretat in northern France. The wind whipped my hair across my face, sending chills through my body, while the sun gently warmed my skin. It perfectly mirrored what I felt inside: the deep cold and emptiness...
Turning Travel Into Transformation: The DREAM, DESIGN, DEPART Way
Travel has always been a central part of my identity. Growing up as a military BRAT in Naples, Italy sparked a deep love for exploration that I carried into adulthood. As a mom, I infused that same spirit into our family vacations - from Disney adventures to cruises in Alaska, snorkeling in...
Confident & Capable: Embracing Solo Travel at Any Age
You scroll through those social media posts, dreaming of having your own solo travel adventure. But you think, I’m not like them. I’m too old. I’d never be brave enough. I wouldn’t even know where to start... and you keep scrolling. I’m here to tell you: don’t let your age, no matter what it is,...
How Travel Helped Me Overcome Fear and Anxiety
Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Fear: One Traveler’s Honest Take on Solo Travel Anxiety When Things Don’t Go as Planned I’ve been blessed to experience mostly smooth travels throughout my life. Still, every trip serves as a gentle (and sometimes not-so-gentle) reminder that being human...
Sustainable and Conscious Travel on a Budget: Embracing the World Responsibly
Sustainable travel isn’t just a trend. It’s a mindset, a responsibility, and, when done with intention, a deeply rewarding way to explore the world. Gina, founder of Wanderlust Solo Women Tours, believes that conscious travel doesn’t have to come with a high price tag. In fact, it can bring more...
How Solo Travel Inspired Me to Imagine Life after Endometriosis
When Norah Connolly booked her first solo trip, it wasn’t just for the adventure. It was a leap of courage before undergoing a life-changing surgery. With a deep love for meeting people from different cultures and seeing the world through a local lens, Norah embarked on a journey that would not...
How Travel Contributes to Your 3 Buckets of Happiness
Can travel actually make us happier? We often think of travel as a break from real life - but what if it’s actually the key to living a more fulfilling one? Research shows that true happiness comes from filling three essential “buckets”: vitality, connection, and contribution. And travel, when...
From Fear to Freedom: Embracing the Journey of Solo Travel in Mexico
I had become quite the expert at traveling as a solo traveler with small group tours, but in the fall of 2021, with nine group tours under my belt, I decided I was finally ready to make the leap to completely solo travel. As a result of the pandemic, I had new found flexibility to work...
Top 8 Tips to Avoid Loneliness as a Solo Traveller
For many travelers, the idea of setting off on a solo adventure sounds exhilarating… until the fear of loneliness creeps in. It’s one of the most common concerns we hear in the travel coaching space: “But won’t I feel lonely?” In this honest and heartfelt contribution to The Travel Coach Network,...
Unpacking the Deeper Motivations of Travel: A Travel Coach Network Survey
When you ask someone why they travel, the answer might sound simple: to relax, to escape, to explore. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll uncover something much more meaningful. That’s exactly what we did in the newly released 2023 Travel Coach Network Survey, where over 400 travelers shared their...
