Growing up, my father always told me to never wait for anyone when it came to following my dreams. We didn’t travel much as a family when I was younger so, as I became an adult it was always something I dreamed of doing. However, I never had anyone to go with, and funding such trips proved to be quite difficult. When I started my career in corporate events, I was thrilled to learn of all the opportunities it would give me to travel. What started off as just exploring other cities and states within the US eventually grew to me managing destination events in other countries. Finally, I had a reason to get my passport and travel. As much as this was amazing and I felt so blessed, I was missing out on the experience of traveling for fun and immersing myself in other cultures. In today's episode, learn how I grew my passion for travel and what made me start Solo Travel Woman. Love the Solo Travel Woman podcast? Give us a rating and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more amazing solo travelers. ==About Sara== Sara Ann Straw, CMP is a travel design and destination event expert with over 13 years of experience in travel and destination events. With a passion for solo travel, Sara founded the Solo Travel Woman Society to bring together other women with similar interests and passions to form a community, share knowledge and empower one another. Sara is the owner of STW Planning, LLC, author of The Ultimate Solo Travel Woman Guide, and host of The Solo Travel Woman Podcast. Join our email list and receive free solo travel tips: https://mailchi.mp/c5fbeffec188/podlist Find female travel companions through Tourlina, a trusted and verified network of solo travel women. Use code Sara50 for 50% off a 1-year subscription. ★ Shop at the STW Boutique ★ Join the FREE Solo Travel Woman Society ★ Join a Solo Travel Woman Getaway ★ Take the Beginner's Guide to Solo Travel Course ★ Become a Travel Designer ★ Follow us on: - Instagram  - Society Instagram  - Facebook  - TikTok  Intro and outro music credit: Sand Patterns by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/solotravelwomanpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/solotravelwomanpodcast/support