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gals who community · Today

top 5 destinations to visit in 2027

Top 5 Destinations to Visit in 2027 (before they’re everywhere) If your 2026 mood board is already filling up with screenshots, saved reels and “I need to go here” notes, you’re not alone. These five destinations are up-and-coming. They tick all the boxes for unforgettable experiences, iconic scenery and are all SO worth their hype!

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gals who community · Today

your beginner's guide to skiing in 2027

Fresh powder under your skis, mountain air on your cheeks, afternoon fondue and being surrounded by incredible gals - does it get any better than that? No, no, it doesn’t! Skiing is one of the most incredible experiences you will have, and combining adventure, views, good food and friendship makes for the perfect trip!

gals who community · Today

Thailand is magic! With turquoise waters that don't look real, floating bungalows surrounded by limestone mountains, island-hopping days, and some of the best food in the world. Honestly? Thailand ticks SO many boxes and it is a perfect choice for a girls' trip!

Thailand is magic! With turquoise waters that don't look real, floating bungalows surrounded by limestone mountains, island-hopping days, and some of the best food in the world. Honestly? Thailand ticks SO many boxes and it is a perfect choice for a girls' trip! When we created the Gals Who Thailand Paradise 9-Day Tour, we wanted to show you the absolute perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, culture, nature and that special feeling of connecting with an incredible group of girls. Whether you're thinking about joining us or you're planning your own route, this itinerary will show you exactly how to make the most of your Thailand adventure!

gals who community · 1st July 2026

why you should visit japan in 2027

If Japan has been sitting on your vision board for ages, this is your sign to stop saving it “for someday.” Don’t wait any longer to experience the cherry blossoms, neon Tokyo nights, ramen at midnight and Kyoto temples at golden hour because travel insiders are quietly saying the same thing…2027 may be the last year to experience Japan the way we all fell in love with it.

gals who community · 30th June 2026

How to start planning your gals who travel trip

This is your guide to dreaming, choosing and booking the girls' trip of a lifetime. Whether you have been following us on socials for a while and are looking to finally book the trip you’ve been dreaming of for months. Or you’ve just discovered these incredible trips and want to dive straight in, here are some of our pointers for getting one step closer to your dream trip!!!

gals who community · 30th June 2026

Top 3 destinations for a euro summer 2026

We don’t know about you, but the second the sun makes an appearance, we’re already planning outfits, playlists, and plotting a Euro summer. There’s just something about Europe in the summer, long evenings, Aperol spritzes at sunset, beach days with a good book, and an amazing group of gals to share it with. These are our top 3 Euro summer destinations that absolutely need to be on your summer wishlist.

gals who community · 30th June 2026

Top Things To Do in Marrakesh on a girls' trip (2026)

Whether you want to visit for a city weekend break and just explore Marrakesh, or you want to stay for longer and explore more of Morocco, here are some ideas of what to do in Marrakech when you visit it!

gals who community · 30th June 2026

The Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Visit in 2026 & 2027

We’re all about those once-in-a-lifetime views and destinations that make you stop and say wow. From amazing deserts to ancient temples and swim spots that are just pure magic, UNESCO World Heritage sites are the ultimate bucket list places to tick off.

gals who community · 30th June 2026

Why Japan is the perfect trip for girls in 2026!

If you ask anyone who’s been to Japan, they’ll tell you that it’s simply the best place they have EVER been, and then they’ll probably show you all the things that they bought when they were out there, sushi kits, vintage bags, jumpers, money frogs (IYKYK) and more. It is the place that everyone seems to be talking about at the moment, and we know why!

gals who community · 29th June 2026

teacher-friendly trips - school holiday trips

If you’re a teacher, you already know the struggle: limited annual leave, fixed schedules, and having to wait all year for the summer holidays to come around! The good news? Travel is possible and SO easy with Gals Who Travel. Travelling with like-minded girls on one of our amazing trips makes your adventures super social and effortless, exactly what you need to reset.

gals who community · 29th June 2026

Is Sri Lanka Safe for Female Solo Travellers?

okayy if you've seen our instagram recently we're obsessed with sri lanka. its one of those destinations you'll want to return to over and over again. it's amazing for your first solo trip but as always with travelling as a solo female travelling there's some things you should be aware of and prepared for before you visit to make your experience the best it can be!!

gals who community · 29th June 2026

Travelling in your 20’s or 30's , where do you even start?

Whether you’ve just left college or university or looking to take a career break to travel, your 20’s are the best time to take that bucket list trip!. But there's a big jump from dreaming about a trip to actually boarding the plane and that can feel really overwhelming. If you’ve been searching for how to travel alone as a woman but feel stuck on the planning, you’re not alone.

gals who community · 29th June 2026

5 must watch films & tv shows before you travel!

As you know by now, we LOVE travelling the world, but obviously we can’t always be jet setting. When we’re not jumping on a plane, we love travelling vicariously through people in films and on television. Films have also inspired us so many times to visit a certain country or location, so we thought we’d give you our favourite films that have inspired us!

gals who community · 26th June 2026

Gals Who Travel's most frequently asked questions. Here we answer all the big questions and make sure you are ready to book your next trip!

gals who community · 11th June 2026

Is It safe to travel to vietnam as a solo female traveller - our honest 2026 guide

We launched our gals who travel vietnam trip in 2025 and it’s already one of our communities favourite trips and for good reason!!! There’s lots of reasons vietnam ends up on so many travellers' "best trip ever" lists...maybe it’s jaw dropping views of sailing halong bay, maybe it's the lantern-lit streets of hoi an maybe it's sitting on a tiny plastic stool eating the best meal of your life

gals who community · 9th June 2026

Is The Philippines Safe for Solo Female Travellers? Our Honest 2026 Guide

The Philippines has a habit of making people fall in love with travel over and over again. Maybe it's the island hopping. Maybe it's the crystal clear waters. Maybe it's waking up somewhere that feels so far removed from everyday life that you forget what day of the week it is!!! We honestly love it so much..

gals who community · 8th June 2026

Is morocco safe for solo female travellers? Our honest 2026 guide

Morocco has been one of the biggest destinations for 2026 so much so we’re constantly adding new group trip dates!! If you’ve been seeing sandboarding and glamping in the desert on your feed, watched gorgeous shopping hauls from the medina or wanted to try a local cooking class, morocco is a fab girls trip!!

gals who community · 8th June 2026

is bali safe for solo female travellers?

Is Bali is safe for solo female travellers? Where to visit, what to do, where to grab coffee, where does the best coconuts? here's our honest guide from gals who have visited!!

gals who community · 4th June 2026

The 4 best destinations for winter sun in 2026

Don’t get us wrong, we are LOVING winter season, and the cosiness is lovelyyyy at the moment, but we’d be lying if we said we hadn’t thought about getting some winter sun …If you’ve also been sitting there wondering how quickly you can pack a bikini and disappear somewhere warm, then we’ve got you. this year is the time to do it, and we have put together our top picks!

gals who community · 4th June 2026

why bali is the perfect place to visit on a gap year

So you've just finished university, your passport is sitting there ready to go, and the whole world is waiting. Choosing your first gap year destination is a big deal and can be super overwhelming, so let us make it easy. Bali is hands-down the best first solo trip for young women, and one of the most popular gap-year destinations in the world for a reason.