A thoughtful travel newsletter for women. Recommended by Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights), The Points Guy, Morning Brew, and The Good Trade.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 112 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 5 days ago |
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My husband and I were deciding where we’d stop last on our trip to Greece back in 2018. I’d always dreamed of visiting Santorini, and he desperately wanted to explore the history of Athens, so tho...
Most Women Are Burned Out—Do Recovery Retreats Actually Help?
At the start of this year, I decided to plan a 10-day solo trip across Europe. I wanted a challenge, sure, but I also wanted to give myself the gift of presence and time—unburdened by work or home responsibilities—after a very tough 2025. B...
Hawker Centers, Michelin Stars, $5 Meals: Your Guide to Singapore
Happy September! I’m coming back today from a quick visit to New York City for a very cool opportunity—I can’t wait to share more. Tomorrow, I hit the road in the evening again, heading to Florida; the slate of fall travel is already in ful...
So You Want to Go Off the Beaten Path. How Do You Actually Do It?
Several weeks ago, after publishing a piece on Taiwan, a subscriber named Lori emailed me:
“I lived in Taiwan for a year, and while I traveled extensively, I never had an experience like the one you described. Reading your article made me...
$350 in Damages, $800 Tickets: The Do’s and Don’ts of Rental Cars
A road trip through the south of Spain, surrounded by white-washed walls and a mesmerizing blend of Moorish and Mediterranean styles. A winding loop around the island of Moorea, a calming view of lush green palm trees on one side, the pictu...
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