This is my final post about our trip to Germany & Austria, because by now you’ve probably already booked your own trip to Deutschland or you’re thinking “Clare, stop talking about Germany — I’m having nightmares of weinersnitchels attacking me!”
“Traveling solo does not always mean you’re alone. Most often, you meet marvelous people along the way and make connections that last a lifetime.” – Jacqueline Boone
At the presentation I did in October for a women’s conference, I promised to share some resources for women who want to travel but don’t have anyone to travel with. Ladies, this is by no means a comprehensive list but it’s a good start. There are TONS of informal groups & tour companies that specialize in travel for women & they all have pros & cons. If you opt for a tour company, expect to pay around $2000 or more (guided trips are always more expensive). If you need a more affordable option & are willing to put in a little work, look for travel clubs (search online by the region you want to visit OR look on sites like Meetup.com).
No matter how much time I spend planning & budgeting, our trips always seem to wander off track, which I’m totally fine with because it matches our travel style. Our recent trip to Germany & Austria, however, was a unique divergence…we blew our budget on PASTRIES!