Solo Travel for Women: Explore the World Fearlessly

Have you ever dreamed of a fabulous travel adventure, and then given
up because you couldn’t find a buddy to go with you? Have you imagined a
fantastic solo trip to an exotic locale, only to be stopped short by
your fears? Has society’s subtle message that “women shouldn’t travel
alone” kept you from giving in to your wanderlust? In this workshop we
will discuss why you should consider traveling alone, the ins and outs
of planning a trip, and tips for making the most of your time on the
road.

The discussion will be directed by the questions, fears, and dreams of the participants.

Topics include:


Why travel? Why go solo?


How fear holds us back


Travel planning- how much is too much?


Budget


Packing


Safety


Other resources

Presenters Bio: Maureen White has a strong case of wanderlust and
believes that travel is a powerful way to learn about not only the
world, but also about ourselves. She’s worked in the fields of
international education, experiential learning, and community building,
and has visited over 30 different countries. She loves exploring the
globe solo and overcoming society’s myths about women traveling alone--
and wants to help other women to do the same.

Cost per attendee: $12.00

Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Armory Cafe. Feel free to view their menu here: http://artsatthearmory.org/Caf%C3%A9/Caf%C3%A9Menu/tabid/125/Default.aspx

Parking and Transportation:

The Center for Arts at the Armory is conveniently located at 191
Highland Avenue between Davis and Union Squares in Somerville,
Massachusetts. A free 44-space parking lot is located behind the Armory.
 Additional overflow parking lots are available. 

Because the Armory is located in a busy residential neighborhood,
parking can be limited, and we strongly encourage you to car pool, take
public transportation, ride your bicycle or walk. There are bicycle
racks behind and in front of the building. Please do not lock your bike
on the Armory railing.

Arts at the Armory is approximately a 15 minute walk from Davis
Square which is on the MTBA Red Line. You can also find us by using
either the MBTA RT 88 and RT 90 bus that can be caught either at
Lechmere (Green Line) or Davis Square (Red Line). Get off at the
Highland Avenue and Lowell Street stop. You can also get to us from
Sullivan Square (Orange Line) by using the MBTA RT 90 bus. Get off at
the Highland Avenue and Benton Road stop