In this episode of Travel Her, Susanne, a 41-year-old traveler from the Netherlands, shares her experiences and insights on solo travel for women over 35. Susanne shares her journey through Asia, starting from her first solo trip 13 years ago after a breakup, to her current travels in Malaysia.
She discusses the challenges and rewards of traveling as an older female, the impact of technology on travel, societal expectations, and the importance of following one’s intuition and dreams regardless of age.
She also provides valuable advice for both young and older women considering solo travel, emphasizing the importance of safety, setting boundaries, and embracing new opportunities.
Episode Details
Guest : Susanne
From : Netherlands
Based in : Malaysia
Numéro d’épisode : 1
Durée : 49 min
Show notes
Susanne, 41, shares how a heartbreak led her to take her first solo trip and discover a life she could build on her own terms.
From Thailand and Indonesia to Malaysia, she talks about what it means to travel alone as a woman over 40, from meeting people to navigating different cultural expectations.
We discuss loneliness, dating, making genuine connections, setting boundaries with men, and learning to trust your intuition when traveling alone.
Susanne also opens up about the pressure women face to settle down, have children and choose a more conventional life as they get older.
An honest conversation about getting older, outgrowing your old life, and choosing your own path even when you don’t know exactly where it will lead.
Key topics
Solo travel after heartbreak
Women and the pressure to settle down
Being single in Malaysia
Women’s boundaries while traveling
Outgrowing your old life through travel