Solo trips abroad take off among women who seek break from work

Women are increasingly booking overseas holidays to take a break not only from work and home – but from their family, too. UK travel companies have reported an increase in bookings for solo travellers, primarily older women, often leaving partners behind to “explore on their own terms”. Operators specialising in group travel and “soft adventure” – typically low-risk outdoor activities such as hiking and canoeing – said that solo – but not single...