Book excerpt: "Have you been waiting your whole life to explore different cities, taste new foods, and soak up a different culture, but have been held back due to life's many obligations? Do you feel that the time has come to finally act on your sense of adventure, but feel uncertain about how to begin? In picking up this book, you've already taken your first step toward new horizons and adventures! Unapologetically geared to the interest and concerns of the mature woman, bestselling author and entrepreneur Jayne Seagrave shows that solo travel is often the best way to go. In her signature warm, engaging tone, Seagrave offers her readers encouragement and specific travel tips so you can fulfill your wanderlust while feeling safe and comfortable. With tons of no-nonsense advice and detailed recommendations for 23 hand-picked North American and European cities, she'll whet your appetite for the nomadic life -- and before you know it, you'll be on your way. So pack your bags! This book has everything you need to build your strategy, create an itinerary, and move forward with the confidence you need to finally take flight."--Back cover.