THESE THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED ESCAPES ARE EQUALLY EMPOWERING AND SERENE FOR THE SOLO WOMEN TRAVELERS SEEKING MORE THAN A VACATION.
India’s lush Himalayan foothills offer more than breathtaking views—they affer rebirth. Ananda in the Himalayas, set on a 100-acre estate that once housed a maharaja’s palace, is an intentional sanctuary for women seeking solace, strength, or both. With over half of its guests traveling solo, the resort caters to a deeply personal journey of wellness with programs that tap into Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation.
Ananda doesn’t merely accommodate the female traveler—it reveres her. The estate’s spiritual heritage is palpable,
anchored by the legacy of Ma Anandamayi, a revered Indian
saint whose temple still graces the property. Programs tackle women’s health holistically, with specialized support for hormonal health, fertility, and menopause—areas too
often ignored in traditional wellness spaces.
With accolades as the world’s top wellness retreat and two and a half decades of transformative care behind it, Ananda provides a truly sacred space for realignment. A trip here
doesn’t just promise relaxation; it delivers a soulful return to self.
Solo travel doesn’t always mean solitude. In the Monteverde cloud forest of Costa Rica, Hotel Belmar offers quietude without isolation. This carbon-neutral, family-owned lodge
understands the art of slow travel. Here, days begin with yoga and end with organic meals sourced from the hotel’s regenerative farm. Guided forest immersions and hikes
through the property’s private SAVIA reserve provide a framework for those seeking both adventure and safety.
What sets Hotel Belmar apart is its authenticity. It doesn’t
sell wellness—it lives it. Women drawn to eco-conscious
living will feel at home among the lush canopies and
sustainability-first ethos. With curated experiences rooted in Costa Rican heritage, it’s the kind of place where you reconnect with nature and, not coincidentally, with yourself.
Traveling solo doesn’t have to mean going it alone. For
women looking for ease, safety, and indulgence, Calabash Cove on the shores of Saint Lucia delivers a rare balance. The adults-only, all-inclusive resort features just 26 rooms, making it a hideaway that feels exclusive and familiar at once.
Each villa opens to Bonaire Bay, and guests can kayak or
paddleboard from shore, or simply luxuriate in the resort’s Ti Spa. Treatments incorporate local ingredients—think papaya body scrubs and St. Lucian coffee exfoliants—alongside European techniques. The vegan menu and spa sampler experience round out the holistic approach.
Calabash Cove invites solo female guests to be still, to
explore, or to socialize—all without compromising on comfort or safety. And in a world that often asks women to choose between those things, that feels quietly radical.
For women craving adventure with edge, Naya Traveler’s
women-only Icelandic journey proves that luxury and
wilderness can absolutely co-exist. With a female-led team
curating everything from culinary tours in Reykjavik to
private glacier hikes and Sky Lagoon dips, the experience is
equal parts elemental and elevated.
What’s remarkable about Naya isn’t just its itineraries, but
its ethos. The boutique travel company is women-owned,
women-operated, and thoroughly intentional in its approach. The team crafts experiences that are culturally immersive, visually stunning, and emotionally resonant. And through December 2025, Naya is offering 10 percent off for solo and small-group female travelers.
This is travel with purpose, curated by women who
understand how transformative movement across the globe—and inward—can be for the soul.
Rome is a solo travel classic for a reason. The streets are
a museum, the meals are meditative, and the peoplewatching? Sublime. For women visiting the Eternal City, the family-owned Bettoja Hotels offer three charming options located just steps from Termini Station—ideal for
hopping between day trips and historical landmarks.
Hotel Mediterraneo, Hotel Massimo d’Azeglio, and
Hotel Atlantico all offer old-world charm with modern
convenience, while the in-house restaurant at Massimo
d’Azeglio creates a special menu for International
Women’s Day each year. For women traveling with
an appetite for culture and cuisine, Bettoja’s warm
hospitality makes for a perfect Roman holiday.
