Originally published in 1992, with a second edition in 1996, A Journey of One's Ownhas sold over68,000 copies. Praised by travel experts across the spectrum, from Glamour to The Women's Review of Books, from The Whole Earth Catalogto American Express, U.S. News and World Report, and Parade, and written about in over forty major dailies, A Journey of One's Ownhas become an established title in the travel book category.

Although geared to women and including much information specific to women (how to deal with sexual harassment, for example) A Journey of One's Ownhas also found an audience with men who value the extensive information and excellent advice that is not gender-specific.

The third edition sports a livelier and more compact text design, a smaller format, and shorter page count. The author has thoroughly updated the material and added new sections on health, safety, and traveling during times of international upheaval.

Yet, the basic structure has been maintained: excerpts from many women's travel stories are interlaced with -detailed advice on practical matters (how to stay healthy, be safe, avoid theft, etc.). And the author's own stories, which reflect on political and cultural explorations from her extensive travels, are engaging and thoughtful, and add depth to discussion of issues such as getting acquainted with new cultures, accepting hospitality, bargaining, and communicating without language.

"Thalia Zepatos is . . . teacher, spokeswoman, and heroine of sorts to a generation of travelers, both women and men, who understand travel as more than the periodic recreational migration that our commercial culture promotes."-Seattle Times

"Superlatives generally make us suspicious, but we must say: This is THE best women's travel resource we've seen, ever. . . . It's authoritative; it's supportive; it's amusing; it really does have it all."-New York Daily News

Thalia Zepatosis the author of Adventures in Good Companyand Women for a Change: A Grassroots Guide to Activism and Politics.

Experienced and wannabe travelers alike will find things of both interest and help in this detailed, entertaining book encouraging women to stop waiting and start traveling.Booklist

“Sensitive, intelligent and inspirational.” �”San Francisco Chronicle

Although aimed at women, A Journey of Ones Owncontains much valuable information for travelers in general, especially those considering a trip of several months or more. Narratives by the author and other women who have traveled to distant lands add flavor to this unusual guidebook.Library Journal

“Highly readable.” �”New York Newsday

“Realistic and constructive.” �”Travel Holiday

"Superlatives generally make us suspicious, but we must say: This is THE best women’s travel resource we’ve seen, ever. . . . It’s authoritative; it’s supportive; it’s amusing; it really does have it all."�”New York Daily News

“A consistent seller.” �”American Bookseller

“Highly recommended.” �”U.S. News and World Report

"Thalia Zepatos is . . . teacher, spokeswoman, and heroine of sorts to a generation of travelers, both women and men, who understand travel as more than the periodic recreational migration that our commercial culture promotes."�”Seattle Times

Sensitive, intelligent and inspirational.San Francisco Chronicle

“This book is not just for women, and it’s not just for those who travel alone. It is for those who want to truly experience cultures other than their own. Packed with the odd bits of wisdom that one collects on the road, it prepares the unseasoned adventurer for the myriad dilemmas of the less-traveled road…Travelers will find this book invaluable.” �”Whole Earth Catalog

Advice for the independent woman traveller. Updated and expanded third edition.

Thalia Zepatos is also the author of Adventures in Good Company: The Complete Guide to Women’s Tours and Outdoor Trips, and co-author of Women for a Change: A Grassroots Guide to Activism and Politics. She writes regularly for U.S.A. Weekend and contributes to other national publications. She has worked for the past three decades as an organizer for consumer, environmental and women’s rights,

Introduction

1Traveling Alone or with Others?

The Benefits of Traveling Alone

Partner TravelIs Your Trip Negotiable?

Travel Questionnaire

Group Travel

2Going Solo

Trying On Solo Travel for Size

TRAVELERSVOICES: Linda Besant

Loneliness

On Keeping a Journal

In the LadiesCompartment

3Traveling with a Partner

How to Make Partner Travel Work

Finding a Travel Partner

Dealing with Money

TRAVELERSVOICES: Kay Grasing

Traveling with a Child

TRAVELERSVOICES: Barbara Gundle

4Creating Your Own Journey

Dig Your Roots

Thea Maria

Arrange Your Own Homestay

Doña Tito

Give Your Trip a Special Focus

TRAVELERSVOICES: Avel Gordly

Get Involved

At Bhagavatula Charitable Trust

Step Off the Beaten Track

TRAVELERSVOICES: Susan Sygall

Sign Up for Adventure

TRAVELERSVOICES: Kathleen Saadat

5Lessons of a Traveler

Socially Responsible Travel

Of Galleries and Gamelans

Getting Acquainted with New Cultures

TRAVELERSVOICES: Carrie Parrish

TRAVELERSVOICES: Lillian Pitt

Accepting Hospitality

Nasdrovia!

Bargaining

Without Language

In the Akha Village

Romance and Sex

Babi

6Safe Passage

Handling Sexual Harassment

Flat Broke and Female in Florence

Avoiding Theft

Travel Insurance

Changing Money

Food and Water Precautions

Staying Healthy

How Not to Get Lost

Traveling in Turbulent Times

7Traveling Smart and Light

What to Take and How to Pack It

Choosing Luggage

Choosing a Camera

Dont Get Framed by Your Camera

Selecting Guidebooks

Low Cost Travel to Expensive Places

How to Find the Cheapest Airline Tickets

Seasonal and Weather Planning

8Extended Travel

How Long Is Long Enough?

Putting Your Life on Hold

Your Home Secretary

Finances and Record-Keeping on the Road

Mail Call

Working Abroad

The Shock of Culture

A Final Word

Notes

Resources