ABOUT

Hello, I’m Linda …

Welcome to Muy Linda Travels, a travel blog for women who love to travel solo.

Here you’ll find travel guides, tips, itineraries and inspiration to help you explore the world with confidence at any age.

I’m a teacher from Sydney, Australia. I took my first solo trip in my early twenties, and several decades later, it’s still my favourite way to travel. Over the years, I’ve visited around 50 countries across five continents, travelling both solo and with others.

I love discovering new cultures, beautiful scenery and spending time outdoors, and I enjoy sharing what I’ve learned along the way. Through this blog, I hope to empower you to travel, solo or otherwise and to enjoy the freedom and satisfaction that solo travel can bring.

I hope you find my blog helpful and inspiring…

Why I built this website

I built this website after my father passed away. During a difficult time, writing became a source of happiness and comfort. Looking back on my travels helped me reconnect with joy, to the places I’d explored, the experiences I’d had, and the people I’d met along the way.

As I moved through my 50s, solo travel took on a deeper meaning. It became less about ticking destinations off my list and more about freedom, self-trust and achieving personal goals. My blog became a space where I could share my journeys, experiences and practical advice with other women who want to explore confidently and on their own terms.

The travel bug is still very much alive, and I’m excited to see where it takes me next.

A photo with a local family in Hpa An Myanmar — Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa

How the Muy Linda Travel Blog got its name

When I was searching for a name for this blog, I was reminded of standing in awe at Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil. I was completely blown away by the beauty and power of the waterfalls, and I kept hearing people around me say “muy linda” as they took it all in. In Spanish, muy linda means very pretty, lovely or beautiful.

Now, I associate Linda, the name my Dad gave me, with the strength and beauty of Iguazu Falls….I like that!