WELCOME TO WOMEN TRAVEL ABROAD

Bespoke group trips for women who are tired of waiting for the ‘right moment’, the perfect partner, or their friends to finally commit, and are ready to explore the world in ease, comfort, and style.

Women Travel Abroad began in 2014 with a simple truth: women shouldn’t have to compromise their wanderlust dreams just because they don’t want to travel entirely solo. As military spouses and solo adventurers ourselves, we recognized a gap between solo travel and traditional group tours—a space where sophisticated women could explore the world safely, luxuriously, and in the company of like-minded travelers.

Over the past decade, we’ve guided more than 350 travelers across 38 destinations, creating intimate groups of 6-10 women who arrive as strangers but depart as lifelong friends. Our journeys begin before you even pack your suitcase with our signature 90-60-30 day preparation calls, ensuring meaningful connections from the start.

Once on location, you’ll find yourself immersed in carefully curated experiences that balance authentic local culture with refined comfort—from crafting leather slippers in Morocco to discovering hidden vineyards in France. We understand that personal space is as vital as shared experiences, which is why single occupancy in boutique hotels comes standard. Our passionate female hosts handle every detail with white-glove precision, ensuring both safety and sophistication at every turn.

Whether you’re recently single seeking connection, a solo traveler looking for companionship, or simply someone whose dream destinations don’t align with your usual travel circle—Women Travel Abroad offers the perfect blend of security, luxury, and authenticity. Because we believe every woman deserves to see the world on her own terms—in comfort, in style, and in the company of new friends who share her spirit of adventure.

Alice West

HOST

Alice is a recently retired scientist who is now focusing her love of discovery onto the world at large. Ever since her first plane trip as a kid (from NYC to Disneyland CA), she’s known that traveling makes people happy. Her love of travel can be summed up with the quote, “Traveling- it leaves you speechless then turns you into a storyteller.” She looks forward to sharing her stories and making new ones!

Yolima Carr

HOST

Yolima is a horticulturalist originally from Colombia. She lived in Spain and traveled Europe extensively for many years in the early duration of her career. She is a fluent Spanish speaker and dabbles in Italian and French. She enjoys traveling the world and is always up for new adventures! With her extensive knowledge of Europe and South America, and willingness to explore and learn new things, she is unquestionably an adventurous WTA host.

Chieko Steely

HOST

A former US Air Force Analyst turned consultant on all things process improvement, when Chieko isn’t working, you’ll find her traveling. She splits her time between Arizona and Colorado, but is on the road frequently for her job and personal travel. She is also a certified Yoga teacher since 2008. Her classes blend strength, balance, and flexibility work, leaving you feeling empowered! She loves meeting new people, discovering new culture, and helping people relax and restore through wellness practices.

Kay Jones

HOST

Kay Jones, a retired Navy Officer with 28 years of service and is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), who focuses on helping amazing women thrive in their 40s and beyond. Her passion for travel and nature works hand in hand with reaching your body’s ultimate potential.

Wonder Dixon

HOST

Wonder is an RN/Case Manager with the VA in Durham, NC. She is also an avid traveler. Some of her favorite ways to get to know a local culture include staying in an Airbnb in a local neighborhood, visiting local markets, and even attending a local church service. Her favorite WTA trip is a tie between Curacao and Dubai. She is also excited to be visiting Bali with WTA in 2025!

Christine Johnson

HOST

Christine lives outside of Philadelphia Pennsylvania, and is a Certified YTT Yoga Teacher & Barre Instructor. Her interests not only reflect her diverse experiences but also contribute to her ability to connect with people from various backgrounds. She loves to travel, especially to the Caribbean, so when she isn’t instructing classes, she is often relaxing on a tropical beach. As a Wellness Host, she has the unique ability to weave together elements of fitness, culture, and exploration.

Katherine Butler-Dines

HOST & GENERAL MANAGER

Katherine is the general manager of Women Travel Abroad, having made travel her career. She has been to 31 countries and lived in Morocco for 3 years. Her favorite part of travel is trying new foods, cooking classes, tasting tours, and farm visits are a few of her favorite ways to explore a new place. When she isn't out exploring as part of WTA, you'll find her in Cincinnati, OH hosting our Saturday Community Calls or planning her next adventure.

Michelle Alexander

HOST

Michelle is a Senior IT Analyst based in Colorado Springs who brings her analytical mindset to exploring new destinations. She is passionate about cultural immersion, especially through local connections and cuisine. Her favorite WTA trip has been South Africa. She believes the best way to understand a place is by diving deep into its people and flavors, making her an engaging and culturally-attuned WTA host.

Tierra Anderson

HOST

Tierra is a program coordinator in North Carolina. She loves spending time with family and friends and making connections across the world. She loves to travel both domestically and internationally. Her favorite trips so far have been to Ireland, Paris, Puerto Rico and Chicago. No matter where she travels, solo or hosting a group, her goal is to make it an adventure - diving into the local culture, meeting people, and trying new foods.

Natalie Bridges

HOST

With a passion for authentic travel experiences and discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations, Natalie brings her keen eye for detail from her background in banking operations to ensure every journey is meticulously executed. When she's not overseeing financial compliance in Raleigh's banking sector, she is our traveling the world. Her favorite WTA trip so far has been Morocco and she loves delving deep into the history of each place she visits.