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Why Solo Travel Can Feel Scary — And Why You Should Go Anyway
Do you ever second-guess yourself before booking a short solo travel trip? Most of us do. We wonder whether we deserve the break, whether...
🌍 7 Things Missing in Transformative Travel — and How We Can Do Better
We talk a lot about wellness, purpose, and personal growth in travel. But most of what’s labeled as “transformative travel” barely scratches the surface....
How to Plan a Sabbatical That Turns Burnout into Breakthrough
Burned out? It might be time for a quest. Here’s how to plan a sabbatical that doesn’t just pause your life — it propels...
Reinventing Work, Regenerating Self: Japanese Psychology for Purposeful Career Shifts
Transformation — real, lasting career shift — doesn’t happen overnight. As Professor Brad McLain reminds us in his fantastic Designing Transformative Experiences: A Toolkit...
Discover UniqueAccommodations Around the World for Your Sabbatical Adventure – Where Every Stay Becomes Part of Your Story
When it comes to taking a meaningful sabbatical, the places you stay can transform your experience. At empowered.travel, we believe in connecting travelers with...
🌍 Make Your GapYear Count: Plan with Purpose and Confidence
A gap year can be one of the most transformational decisions of your life. It’s not just time off—it’s time well spent. We know...
The Women Who Inspire Us: Jayni Gudka Leading with Purpose
Leading with Purpose in the World of Ethical Travel When we travel, we often search for meaning — for stories, connections, and a deeper...
Women Who Inspire Us at empowered.travel: Sasha DiGiulian Is Here to Climb—and to Empower
At empowered.travel, we celebrate women who chart their own course—who embrace the tension between strength and softness, confidence and vulnerability, boldness and beauty. Women...
5 Expert-Backed Steps to Plan a Truly Empowering Solo Trip (Not an Overwhelming Mess)
So, how to plan a solo trip? There’s something electric about planning a solo endeavor—the spark of possibility, the thrill of self-trust, the quiet...
