Meet Alyssa, The Face Behind Solo Girl Wanders
I have always been curious about the workings of the world and with a background in social work and mental health, teaching, and training I focused my experiences on helping others achieve their goals.
In 2009, I was forced to shine a light on myself and look at my own goals and growth. My boyfriend just broke up with me so I was heartbroken, felt like a shell of a person, and didn’t like who I had become. Despite fear, I made a decision to say yes to myself and start solo traveling in order to put myself back together. I knew saying yes to MY transformation would have big impacts for ME! 💫 I transformed into a confident woman, tried on new identities and hobbies, and learned skills to make a path for myself.
To date I have traveled to 33 countries and almost all 50 US states and as a certified travel coach, I remind women that they don’t have to wait for the fear or anxiety to go away in order to say yes to themselves. In fact, as a Gemini who feels things deeply, I instead choose to embrace the motto of “do it scared” and coach my clients to use solo travel as a tool to overcome challenges, connect to themselves, and change their feelings or identities.
I see how much intentional solo travel has done in my life and now I want to support YOU to find your wings to experience a journey of transformation.
How Am I Different?
More than just trip planning, think of this as a soul work with a suitcase.
With my background in psychology and social work, and real-world travel know-how, I help you move through fear, self-doubt, and anxiety; so you can step into the most free, authentic version of yourself.
I’m with you every step of the way, because I truly believe that this journey isn’t just about where you go - it’s about who you become during and after that life-changing trip.
Mission
To empower women to go from “I’ve always wanted to travel solo” into “OMG I’m doing it!”--without waiting for fear to fade or friends to commit.
Purpose
Solo Girl Wanders exists to help women break through fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs so they can experience the transformative power of solo travel.
How One Solo Trip Changed Everything
For 10 years I told myself that I wanted to live on the beach. In February 2022 while on a solo trip, I had a transformative experience that made my decision clear….I was moving to the beach. In July 2022 I moved to Miami Beach and besides sweating (tropics, iykyk), I love to dance salsa and kizomba, laugh at comedy shows, swim, and eat all the empanadas available to me while living my mermaid life.
Follow me on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at solo adventures, practical tips, and reflections — plus a few empanadas, of course.
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