In her new book, “Wander Woman,” Beth Santos, the co-owner of Ula Café in Massachusetts, addresses the unique experiences that women have while traveling solo and emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone to explore new places. Santos believes that travel is not just about visiting far-off destinations but also about challenging preconceived notions, trying new things, and getting comfortable with discomfort.
Through her experiences traveling alone, Santos hopes to change the mindset around solo female travel and challenge preconceptions associated with it. She recently launched Wanderful, a global community of over 45,000 female travelers who come together to connect, support, and learn from each other.
Santos argues that a transformative travel experience can happen just five minutes from home if one is willing to embrace new experiences and perspectives. She highlights the diversity of female solo travelers, pointing out that age is not a barrier to exploring the world. From young 20-somethings to older individuals in their 70s and 80s, women of all ages are seeking adventure and discovering the wonders of travel.
By encouraging women to travel alone and sharing her own experiences, Santos hopes to inspire others to break free from fear and embrace the transformative power of travel. She is on a mission to empower women to explore the world and connect with like-minded individuals through Wanderful.