Rensina Van den Heuvel loves road trips - she has driven across Mongolia, Morocco, Africa, Europe and parts of Australia. Read about some of her road trips here In August Rensina is doing a trip to Mongolia - more about that here Uluru Base Walk Now she is inviting women to join her on the budget road trip of a lifetime Brisbane in Queensland to Adelaide, to Alice Springs and returning to Brisbane. It will be a BYO … [Read more...]
New Zealand – don’t hire a campervan
A lot of visitors to New Zealand hire a campervan as a great way to get around, but in doing so they are missing out on one of the magic things about New Zealanders - their hospitality. Don't Miss out on a Taste of Kiwi Hospitality... If you must hire a campervan - my suggestion is hire it in the South Island - from Christchurch and return. There are lots of flights in and out of Christchurch, even some international ones, and it saves you … [Read more...]
French Escapade – Painting Holidays in Europe
When Jackie Grandchamps and Valerie started to organized cultural tours for women in France in 2004, they did not know that their business would expand to other countries in Europe and the USA. And despite the international destinations now proposed, they have kept their business name, French Escapade. Not only the size of the company has tremendously grown for the past decade, but they now mainly target painters. Most of the 25 … [Read more...]
What is a Bach?
A Bach is a peculiarly New Zealand word to describe a rustic holiday home. It can be in the mountains or by the beach or lake. It is definitely never in suburbia. Rosemary is a New Zealander who loves Baches and what they represent Five things you should know about NZ Baches... 1. A Bach is rustic – by this I mean they usually look like they could do with some repairs, or a paint, the garden is often non existent or a bit overgrown. … [Read more...]
Girls Guide to Paris
Doni Belau lives between New York and Paris. After a career as a not-for-profit consultant, travel has overtaken her life as a way of helping her live in two places and to share her passion for France. She loves Paris in particular and offers a series of tours through the year throughout France. Doni has written several books including Eat in Paris, an e-guide book and the first ever book on the new Paris Craft Cocktail movement - Paris … [Read more...]
Best Single Day Cycle Routes
I love cycling, though confess I am mostly on an electric bike. I love that you are moving faster than walking, but not so fast that you miss things. I love that a little effort is used, but not so much that you are so sweaty you can't stop for a drink along the way without having to apologise. Here are a few hints for some of Europe's best day rides.... Thanks to Ireland WalkHikeBike for this infographic … [Read more...]
Bond Women’s Festival Chiang Mai
On January 19th, 2019 in Chiang Mai, Thailand Asia will experience the first completely women-led and organized event: the Bond Women’s Festival. The mission of this women-led festival is to celebrate women empowerment, entrepreneurship and expression. Follow on Facebook Asia’s First Women-Led Festival We will have different tracks of workshops and events going at the same time during the day, including: women entrepreneurship, business … [Read more...]
Tuscany with a group of your girlfriends – this could be it
Gather a group of girlfriends and embark on a unique journey of the Tuscan region of Italy with Australian based Tours of Tuscany. Your touring experience will be an immersion into the daily life and culture and each day you will enjoy spectacular scenery, the beauty of the masters of art and culture, wonderful shopping and savour the most delicious food and best wines the region offers. Your accommodation will be a Tuscan villa (nearby the … [Read more...]
Mama Tembo knows Africa…
Leslie Nevison may have been born in Canada, but Africa is now her chosen home. Based in Lusaka in Zambia Leslie runs Mama Tembo Tours and specialises in diverse safari programs which include remote location "gems"; spontaneous cultural interactions; and first class wildlife observation. Read Leslie's top 9 countries to visit in Africa Leslie's programs appeal to those seeking highly personal, quality travel. Mama Tembo's website has lots of … [Read more...]
Discover the Magic of Swedish Lapland
Gather 6-8 friends together, and you can share this magical 6 night/5 day winter wonderland trip in Swedish Lapland with Women Adventure Travel Sweden email Tatiana now! Travelling through Sweden is a unforgettable experience not only just for its beautiful nature but also for it's culture, contrasts, climate and people. Winter is a great time to experience unique adventures such as, ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, Sami … [Read more...]
