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Solo Travel Adventures: Faith-Rooted Intentional Travel for Christian Women Over 50

Cheryl Esch-Solo Travel Advocate/Certified Travel Coach/Freedom Traveler
Solo Travel
Travel Tips
Travel
Travel Planning
Travel Safety
Personal Growth
Camino De Santiago
Divorce
Hiking
Women Over 50
Road Trips
Women Travelers
Iceland
Self-Discovery
Packing Cubes
Travel Preparation
Women Empowerment
Accommodations
Healing
Empowerment Through Travel

Faith-Rooted Solo Travel for Christian Women Over 50

Have you found yourself in a season you didn’t choose?

Maybe your marriage ended.Maybe you lost your spouse.Maybe the house is suddenly quiet after years of raising a family.

And now you’re asking the question many Christian women over 50 quietly carry:

“Who am I now?”

Solo Travel Adventures is a podcast for Christian women navigating life af... more

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I explore sabbatical travel as an intentional way to step away for rest, renewal, and listening for God without the usual noise of home. I share why more than a week matters, what a “radical sabbatical” can look like, and how to plan it with purpose ... more

Small towns can feel like a time machine and a deep breath at the same time. I’ve been drawn to quieter places lately, and I want to share what I’m learning as I explore small town travel in the USA as both a solo traveler and a travel coach. If you’... more

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You can feel it building for weeks: the pressure in your chest, the restlessness, the thought that if you could just get away everything would finally make sense. We’re talking about that temptation to use travel as an escape and the sobering truth t... more

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The World Cup is not just a tournament, it is a moving map. Watching fans show up with songs, costumes, and total pride for their home countries reminded me how quickly a game can turn into real travel inspiration. Even if soccer is not your thing, t... more

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Vanessa Budget Besties
Master financial coach, co-creator of Budget Besties budget system
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Episode: Budgeting for Solo Travel Without the Shame or Stress [ft. The Budget Besties] // 187
Shana Budget Besties
Master financial coach, co-creator of Budget Besties budget system
Budget Besties
Episode: Budgeting for Solo Travel Without the Shame or Stress [ft. The Budget Besties] // 187
Doni Belau
Founder, Girls Guide to the World (women-only travel company)
Girls Guide to the World
Episode: Group Trips Help Women Travel Braver with Doni Belau of Girl's Guide to the World // 180
Tracey Nesbitt
Founder of Solo Traveler and Tracy's List, writer/editor focused on solo travel for women
Solo Traveler; Tracy's List
Episode: Freedom, Community, And The Rise Of The Solo Woman Traveler with Tracey Nesbitt // 177
Leigh Barbaric
Past guest who shared her solo travel experience to New Zealand.
Episode: Solo Travel Becomes a Turning Point: Real Stories of Courage, Healing, and Renewal // 170
Danielle Hebert
Past guest who traveled to Kuwait for healing after her divorce.
Episode: Solo Travel Becomes a Turning Point: Real Stories of Courage, Healing, and Renewal // 170
Tess Milholland
Past guest who reclaimed her identity through solo travel after experiencing trauma.
Episode: Solo Travel Becomes a Turning Point: Real Stories of Courage, Healing, and Renewal // 170
Avery Hale-Smith
Chief Experience Officer at Backroads
Backroads
Episode: Active Group Travel for Women: Why Adventure Tours Are Rising for Solo Travelers with Avery Hale-Smith // 156
Linda Magoon
Author and hiker who completed New Hampshire's 48 peaks post-divorce.
Episode: Solo Hiking After Divorce: How One Woman Reclaimed Her Life on 48 Mountain Peaks with Linda Magoon // 144

Host

Cheryl Esch
Host and travel coach guiding faith-centered conversations and midlife travel reinvention; leads discussions on rebuilding confidence and identity through solo travel.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • This podcast covers everything you might possibly want to know about solo travel and includes interesting interviews with other solo travelers. I have been a long-time solo traveler, and it's nice to know there's a community out there of others like me. I have referred several of my friends to it to help them get the courage to travel on their own.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Arenal
    8 months ago
  • Content is good.

    I enjoy the content but Cheryl’s delivery is a little annoying. A bit too sweet.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    kiwi two
    United States9 months ago
  • Inspiration + Information

    Solo Travel Adventures provides information and inspiration for women travelers. The conversations are warm, natural, and practical, combining personal growth and travel. Cheryl does a wonderful job interviewing and putting her guests at ease. I love how the episodes balance encouragement with real-world advice. It’s clear that she is passionate about creating a space where women can feel confident exploring the world - or exploring their own back yard. If you’re curious about solo travel, this ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linda Magoon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Solo travel inspo

    Not only does Cheryl have a knack for great storytelling, she has a beautiful heart for helping women have life changing travel experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tessalexa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiring, challenging and instructional

    Cheryl is such a natural at sharing her adventures, wisdom and encouragement! Her calm, soothing, easy to listen to voice and helpful tips pack every podcast with so much inspiration that I look at traveling in a whole new exciting way. She’s helping me dream again! I bet she will for you too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Novice Adventurer
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of inspiration and real-world guidance.
Warm, practical, and faith-forward; useful tips for solo travel.
Some critique pacing or delivery, but overall highly valuable for women traveling solo.

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From Divorce To Kuwait: A Midlife Move That Rebuilt One Woman’s Life // 185
Q: How did you navigate cultural differences and stay safe while healing abroad?
She details researching dress codes and customs during interviews, forming friendships across cultures, and leaning on faith and journaling. She emphasizes openness, learning from locals and colleagues, and relying on prayer and community to stay grounded amid safety concerns.
From Divorce To Kuwait: A Midlife Move That Rebuilt One Woman’s Life // 185
Q: Tell us what was happening in your life that prompted such a drastic geographic change for you.
Danielle explains that a painful divorce, burnout from the COVID era, and a deep need for healing pushed her to pursue an international teaching role. The opportunity in Kuwait appeared quickly, aligning with family circumstances and a desire to focus on self-care and rebuilding confidence.
Group Trips Help Women Travel Braver with Doni Belau of Girl's Guide to the World // 180
Q: What inspired your first solo trip and what did you learn from it?
Doni shares how she took time for herself in Paris and other European cities in her 40s, realizing the value of being alone with her thoughts, which sparked a lifelong commitment to women's travel and empowerment.
Freedom, Community, And The Rise Of The Solo Woman Traveler with Tracey Nesbitt // 177
Q: What has changed in the industry to make solo travel more accessible and affordable for the target demographic?
Tracey highlights the emergence of tours and cruises with no or low single supplements, as well as roommate matching options, and the ongoing development of tailored itineraries that respect solo travelers' needs.
Freedom, Community, And The Rise Of The Solo Woman Traveler with Tracey Nesbitt // 177
Q: When did you start traveling solo and what shaped your path into founding Solo Traveler?
Tracey describes early experiences with group travel and a pivotal move to solo travel after realizing she benefited from exploring on her own, which led to building resources like Solo Traveler and Tracy's List to support others in similar journeys.

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This show centers on faith-rooted, intentional solo travel for Christian women over 50 who are navigating major life transitions such as divorce, widowhood, or empty nesting. Episodes blend practical travel guidance with faith-focused reflection, aiming to rebuild identity, confidence, and a sense of purpose through planning mindful trips and embracing transformational travel experiences. Noteworthy is the strong coaching slant, frequent guest spotlights from women-focused travel and budgeting experts, and a clear emphasis on healing and renewal through travel within a Christian framework. Listeners are likely seeking practical tips, faith-based encouragement, and role models for reinventing life after 50 through travel.

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