This article recounts my time in Felipe Carrillo Puerto during the COVID-19 pandemic and was originally published in 2022. References to vaccinations, closures, restrictions and community circumstances reflect that period.
Don’t wait for others to start exploring the world. Go alone.
Travelling solo is an opportunity to follow your curiosity, trust your decisions, and build a life on your own terms.
Start close to home or head somewhere you’ve always dreamed of visiting. Prepare thoughtfully, then give yourself permission to go. Confidence grows with experience, and every journey gives you opportunities to discover what you’re capable of.
Here, fellow female nomads share their first steps, hard-earned lessons, and unforgettable moments to help you take that first step yourself.
Get inspired by reading stories here!
Making travel sustainable goes beyond finding a cheap flight—it means budgeting thoughtfully and making the most of the resources you have. One thing I’ve learned on the road is that everyone has their own approach to making their money go further, from working online to arranging free accommodation through house-sitting or work exchanges.
Vibrant nomad shares travellers’ stories and practical ideas for managing expenses, conserving resources, and balancing everyday comforts with longer-term travel goals.
Black and BIPOC women travellers experience the world in ways that bring joy, discovery, and unique challenges. Here, we share our stories of navigating discrimination, connecting with unfamiliar cultures, and finding community in places where we stand out. From unexpected friendships to moments when a new place begins to feel like home, we explore how we build connections, support one another, and create a sense of belonging wherever our travels take us.
While Vibrant Nomad centres Black and Indigenous stories, we encourage everyone to explore the world and welcome collaboration and knowledge-sharing across all communities.
Travel can change your surroundings, but it doesn’t always change how you feel. Stress, low motivation, and everyday worries can follow us wherever we go, especially as women dealing with hormonal changes.
Lifestyle design can mean looking beyond the next destination and making intentional choices about how you want to live: how you spend your time, care for your body, your work, and connection with others.
