There She Goes

Do you want to travel more but don't know how to find the time or money? Are you curious about going on a solo adventure but not sure if you'll be safe? Or maybe you love to travel already, and want to feel that you're not alone, and remind yourself there are likeminded souls out there.

Solo female travel is a rapidly growing trend, and this book will tell you everything you need to know to get your trip booked and have the time of your life. Written by an experienced travel journalist, whose stories have appeared in The Independent, The Guardian, The Telegraph, Psychologies, Conde Nast Traveller, Huffington Post, Metro, Jamie Oliver magazine, this book shows you the easy-to-follow steps on how to travel solo, and travel savvier.

• Handy accommodation tips and tricks, plus some top places to stay as an independent traveller.
• A step-by-step guide to working on the road and making money.
• How to stay safe, and protect yourself from danger.
• How to meet people or be alone.
• How to book the cheapest flights, buses and trains around the world.
  
• Interviews with people who've been there and done that, so you can learn from them and be inspired.

If you are in a relationship, have a family, or if you are male, there is still a lot of good information in here, as well as to share with someone you think could benefit. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Gilbert, Cheryl Strayed and Sara Wheeler. Makes the ideal Christmas or birthday present for the adventurer in your life.

Katie Monk is a journalist, travel writer and editor. She also writes a blog, www.whatkatiedidnow.com. Find out more at www.katiemonk.com.

"I didn't realise how much I longed for a book like this. It was such a heartening read, made me feel less at odds with the world I want to keep travelling in. Katie is honest, extremely generous in her tips and recommendations - it will be my go-to book when planning my next trip - which I want to do immediately So inspiring, uplifting and wise. Keep on trekking, ladies " Clare M

"I do a lot of solo travel, so thought this guide would be handy. Very helpful info and advice on how to stay safe as a solo female, with good tips and recommendations on places to visit. The stories/interviews at the end were also interesting to read." Steph T

"Great tips for both experienced solo travellers and those dubious about setting out on their own. Inspiring tales from interesting people definitely give you the travel bug " Katie H

"Invaluable resource for the female traveller... or, indeed, any traveller Savvy advice and inspirational anecdotes delivered in smart, absorbing prose. A must-read for the woman with wanderlust." Gill W

"An accessible, fun to read book full of useful tips and inspiring stories from women of different backgrounds who share a love of travel and adventure. A great read for both experienced travellers looking for inspiring stories, and those setting out on their first trips looking for guidance or inspiration." Emily C