Grab Your Gals: Celebrating Love & Sisterhood on Women-Only Adventures

This sisterhood goes hand-in-hand with the theme of Galentine’s Day, an unofficial holiday usually celebrated around Valentine’s Day to honor female friendships and the special significance they hold. Whether you’re going out to dinner or on a whirlwind adventure together, observing Galentine’s Day can be a fun way to recognize those special women in your life. 

One of our favorite ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day? Planning a women-only adventure with your group of gals! 

What Are Women-Only Adventures? 

Road Scholar’s women-only adventures are just what the name implies — programs designed exclusively for women and often featuring female instructors and/or a focus on women’s studies in the area you’re exploring. 

There’s a reason these programs resonate with so many women. They offer: 

• The comfort of exploring alongside other women 
• The inspiration of hearing the perspective of your other female travelers and instructors 
• The opportunities to make new female friends in your shared learning space 
• The camaraderie and structure of a group learning environment 

Sounds like a perfect Galentine’s Day adventure! 

What is so Special About Women-Only Adventures? 

Don’t take it from us — here’s what participants have to say. 

“I have experienced all of these magical elements on other Road Scholar programs — the inclusivity, sense of belonging and fast and deep friendships formed. But I truly believe that those qualities were present on an even deeper level on this program because we experienced it with a group of women. I hope every woman has the chance to experience the special magic that occurs when you travel with women.” 

— Kelsey Knoedler Perri, PR Director for Road Scholar, on Signature City Québec for Women

“I learned new things about healing arts that I can apply and am inspired to learn more back at home. The group of women was fantastic, welcoming and comfortable for me as a solo traveler.” 

— Judy from Dayton, Ohio, Road Scholar Class of ’17 on Sedona's Healing Arts For Women: Yoga, Qi Gong, Ayurveda and More

“This program was a mother-daughter adventure for me. It was wonderful. We loved Santa Fe. The food and cultural experiences were a perfect introduction to this part of the country. Being with a group of women was fun and an education of its own. The Group Leader, Elizabeth, was a delight. I highly recommend this program.” 

— Elizabeth from Albemarle, N.C., Road Scholar Class of ’09 on Finding Your Bliss in the Land of Enchantment for Women

Many women join these adventures solo — even those in relationships — simply because their interests, schedules or travel styles differ. It’s a joyful way to learn independently or alongside friends.