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In episode 140 of Points, Cards, and Travel, Ross Alcorn welcomes back Henah Velez to share solo female travel tips that help you feel safer, calmer, and more present on every trip. Join us as we break down travel trends 2026 listeners are already noticing, like digital detox travel, analog getaways, and choosing slower destinations over crowded viral hotspots.

Henah shares solo female travel tips you can use immediately, including picking a safer location first, sharing your live location with someone you trust, reading reviews through a solo traveler lens, and arriving during daylight when possible. She also explains how to ease into your first solo trip with solo dates, short weekend test runs, and low pressure ways to meet people like walking tours and silent book clubs. Plus, we talk points and miles strategies that support safety and comfort, including flexible points, hotel credits, and why the Chase Sapphire Preferred is a strong beginner card. We close with a must do reminder on travel insurance and why Squaremouth can be worth it.

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