Reading Retreats in 2025: Why Book Lovers Are Turning Travel Into Quiet Restoration // 150

Reading Retreats in 2025: Why Book Lovers Are Turning Travel Into Quiet Restoration // 150

Author: Cheryl Esch-Solo Travel Advocate/Certified Travel Coach/Freedom Traveler August 19, 2025 Duration: 9:12
What if your next trip wasn’t about sightseeing—but about slowing down with a good book? A surprising travel trend is rising in 2025: reading retreats. These quiet, intentional getaways are designed for book lovers who crave uninterrupted time to read, reflect, and recharge in beautiful settings. Imagine mornings with coffee and mountain views. Afternoons lost in a novel. Evenings sharing book recommendations with like-minded women—connection without pressure. In this episode, Cheryl explores...

There's a particular kind of courage that emerges in life's quieter chapters, often after a significant change leaves you wondering what comes next. Solo Travel Adventures speaks directly to that moment, offering a compassionate and practical companion for Christian women, especially those over fifty, who find themselves at a crossroads. Hosted by Cheryl Esch, a solo travel advocate and certified travel coach, this podcast understands that the journey outward often begins with an inward question about identity and purpose after divorce, widowhood, or an empty nest. Each episode blends heartfelt conversation with actionable guidance, transforming the daunting idea of traveling alone into an achievable and faith-affirming adventure. You'll hear honest discussions about overcoming the very real fears that can hold us back, along with meticulously researched advice on staying safe and preparing thoroughly for a trip. Cheryl draws on her own experiences as a freedom traveler to provide specific travel tips that go beyond generic lists, focusing on the unique considerations for women exploring the world on their own terms. This isn't just about destinations; it's about discovering a renewed sense of self through the confidence built by planning and embarking on a meaningful journey. Tune in for a supportive community and the tangible tools to step out your door and into a new chapter, one solo adventure at a time.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Solo Travel Adventures: Faith-Rooted Intentional Travel for Christian Women Over 50
Podcast Episodes
How Travel Changes After 50: We Are No Longer in Our 20's//191 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:22
Your 23-year-old self might have measured a trip by how fast you could pack, how far you could drive, and how many friends you could squeeze into a weekend. But as we hit midlife, travel often stops being about proving w…
Divine Guidance on Solo Road Trips//190 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:30
What would change if you treated your next solo road trip like a daily conversation with God instead of a race from one stop to the next? I just got back from a 15-day U.S. road trip that surprised me in the best ways, a…