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Kia Ora,
I’m Gina – the founder of Wanderlust Solo Women Tours.
I am passionate about ensuring our tours and retreats are a wealth of information, while building connections, new friendships and making sure you have a good laugh along the way!
How it all began:
I was nearly 40. Yes, 40 years old. Where did the time go?! Wasn’t I supposed to have figured it all out by now?
I had a house, I had a job, I had my own business, yet I wasn’t happy or fulfilled. I felt the lack of what I “should” have in my life.
Then it all changed over night. A bad long term relationship breakdown left me reassessing everything, wondering why I had all the material things yet felt so empty. I had worked hard and made sacrifices. I had the dream house and a good business, but a huge mountain of debt after the separation and a lot of unresolved emotions. This left me craving for more.
A whirlwind romance saw me visit Thailand for the first time where I fell in love – with travel. This trip was a catalyst for me – travel was what made my heart beat faster, travel inspired me, travel made me feel alive! Most of all it re-built my confidence.
I sold up, downsized and booked a one-way trip to Paris with barely any money, plenty of nerves, and loads of determination.
That dreaded 40th birthday was amazing! I celebrated in France with newfound friends and lots of wine. My fortieth year was spent wandering through bazaars in Turkey, sampling tagines in Morocco, cathedral-gazing across Europe, and wandering quaint cobbled English lanes. It wasn’t all holidays and cocktails – I worked and volunteered my way around Europe, as I had very little money. But this enabled me to really get beyond just the tourist attractions, form lasting friendships, and truly absorb the atmosphere and culture of these new locations.
Not only did I experience a plethora of scents, textures and tastes, see wonders of the world and nature, and meet amazing people, but I also learnt so much more about myself, and my approach to life. I learnt that improving my life wasn’t only about changing my location, but also how I approached things. As I discovered my own happiness and the world, I appreciated where I came from and what I had at home.
I learnt that my life wasn’t stagnant, or over at 40 just because I hadn’t followed the same path as others. I didn’t need to settle for something I didn’t want.
It’s been a few years since that first trip to Thailand, and since then I’ve explored, holidayed, worked and volunteered in more than 23 countries, and have no intention of stopping. I realized how to turn my passion into a living – by founding Wanderlust Solo Women’s Tours, with the aim of encouraging any and all women to find confidence, and friendships through travel and experiences. I knew I wasn’t alone in feeling the way I had, and my goal is to empower women to live their lives to the fullest.
The last thing I learnt?
Nothing is certain. We don’t know what will happen next week or next year. So with that philosophy in mind, I try to live in the moment, or at least try to! Whilst keeping my eye on long-term goals, making sure I have someone to love – and yes, sometimes that is myself! – something to do, and something to aim for.
Dream big ladies!
Gina Cambridge
Your Host & Founder
Feel free to get in touch, I’d love to hear from you.
My passion lies with empowering women to rediscover themselves through travel. This led to the birth of Wanderlust Solo Women Tours & Travel Coaching, a platform that empowers you to embark on purposeful adventures and also design your own transformative journey with confidence and clarity. Currently, I am New Zealand’s only ICF accredited Travel coach through the Travel Coach Network.
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🎙️ In this episode, I welcome Kylie Feller, a Level 3 Certified Internal Family Systems Counselor and Akashic Records Coach. 🎧 *(listen to the full podcast: 🔗 in the bio)
We discuss Kylie’s journey from childhood trauma to becoming a counselor, the healing power of travel, and how to overcome fears and anxieties associated with solo travel.
Kylie shares her experiences living in Thailand and how travel has shaped her self-discovery and personal growth.
This conversation also touches on the importance of creating a life of freedom as a digital nomad and practical tips for those looking to embark on their own travel adventures.
💚 Key Takeaways:
Travel can be a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery.
Understanding our inner dialogue helps in decision-making.
Burnout can lead to a need for change and travel.
Changing your environment can aid in personal growth.
Traveling alone can foster connections and friendships.
It’s important to trust yourself and your decisions.
Creating a life of freedom is possible with remote work.
Travel doesn’t have to be expensive; prioritize what matters.
Self-care and wellness can be achieved through travel
#travelpodcast #empoweringwoman #transformational #travelauthentic #travelstories #solofemaletravel #digitalnomadlifestyle
Episode #11 🎙️ Tina C. Hines joins us and discusses the importance of community support, learning to accept help, and the cultural differences she encountered.
( Full 🎙️ 🎧 episode can be found in bio 🔗)
She reflects on her personal growth and the adjustments she faces after returning to the US, emphasizing the need for women to embrace their worth and the value of connection in their journeys.
“Tina is a certified life coach and intuitive clairvoyant who shares her transformative experiences while traveling, particularly during a health crisis in Morocco. “
Key Takeaways:
Traveling to Morocco led to a life-changing health experience for Tina.
Community support is crucial during challenging times.
Women often struggle to accept help due to societal conditioning.
Surrendering to support can lead to healing and growth.
Cultural experiences can profoundly impact personal development.
Returning to the US after living abroad presents unique challenges.
Travel is not just about destinations; it’s about personal transformation.
Being unapologetic about one’s desires is essential for women.
Every experience serves a purpose in our growth journey.
#travelforthesoul #transformationaltravel #travelpodcast #solofemaletravel #womenempoweringwomen
🎙️ Come and check out this episode where I chat with Trista Guertin, who shares her journey as a master coach empowering women in midlife. 🎙️
*full episode in bio info 🔗
With over 20 years of humanitarian work in challenging regions like Angola, Sri Lanka, Yemen, Iraq, and Lebanon.
She discusses the emotional toll of her experiences and how they shaped her views on travel and personal growth.
Trista emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience, managing overwhelm, and the kindness of humanity encountered during her travels.
She offers practical advice for solo female travelers and highlights the significance of self-compassion and understanding one’s emotions.
🙌🏻 Key Takeaways:
Trista Guertin empowers women to break free from feeling stuck.
Her humanitarian work spans over 20 years in 78 countries.
Traveling solo has made her more adventurous and confident.
Emotional resilience is crucial for managing travel-related fears.
It’s normal to feel overwhelmed when encountering poverty abroad.
Self-compassion is key when processing emotions during travel.
Traveling can be a tool for personal growth and self-discovery.
Being clear on your travel motivations helps overcome fears.
People around the world are often kind and generous.
Building courage can start with small steps in familiar environments.
#solofemaletraveler #solofemaletravelstories #travelpodcast #travelvibes #travelforlife #womenwhotravelsolo #womenempowerment
One of the best things about travelling, is sometimes returning HOME.
I always come back with a fresh appreciation and gratitude for where I live.
Stepping back and acknowledging just how lucky we may be, can require distance.
“Home is where the 🧡 is”
Follow your passion!
Dream big!
Do what you love.
It won’t always be easy, it won’t always fall into place.
BUT, when it does it is so worth it! 🙌🏻
#followyourpassion #followyourdreams❤️ #dowhatyoulove #strivetobeyou #empoweringwoman #empoweringwomen #takealeapoffaith #confidence #trustyoursoul
🎙️ 𝑶𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒐𝒅𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒕! I’m back into editing and I have some exciting new episodes coming up!!
Like this one with Aria Smith, talking about conscious travel, and travelling as a woman of colour.
Do you have a story or perspective of travel you’d love to share? Get in touch and let’s talk. 💬
#podcastlife #podcastersofinstagram #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #solotravelstory #solotravelstories #solotravellingwoman #womenempoweringwomen #womensupportingwomen #womeninspiringwomen #womenoftheworld #womeninspiration
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Enjoying the moment and the journey…
Over 50 Solo Female Travel-hell no! But wait up, why not?
These are some things people ask or tell me when I say I’m travelling solo:
👉🏼Aren’t you scared?
👉🏼Where is your partner?
👉🏼You’re so brave!
👉🏼 I couldn’t do what you do.
👉🏼You’re travelling alone?
👉🏼 I’m too old to travel solo.
👉🏼Aren’t you lonely?
👉🏼How do you do it?
👉🏼I’m not confident like you to travel solo.
Believe me, YOU ARE TOTALLY CAPABLE!
Keep following to find out why you are and the tools to help you get out there exploring confidently, whether it’s just around your local district or taking a flight to another country 😀
#solofemaletraveler #travelcoach #youaremorecapablethanyouthink #yourjourney #transformationaltravel #womentravel #femaletravel #over50traveler #empoweringwomen
Re-discovHer yourself through travel; your adventure begins now.