An Authentic Pilgrimage of
Faith, Friendship & Resilience for Women Over 45
Join a band of American women who love faith and freedom as we walk the sacred Camino de Santiago, tracing the path of pilgrims before us with purpose in every step.
Over 9 powerful days, youโll walk the final stretch of the French Way on The Camino de Santiago.
With a tribe of courageous women, your own private guide, and a support vehicle by your side, we’ll walk about 5 miles a dayโthrough timeless Spanish villages, lush countryside, and ancient cobblestone trails, all leading to the grand Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
Collect stamps in your official Pilgrim Passport, share stories, sip local wine, and reconnect with what truly matters.
This is a journey of the soulโfor women who love God, love this country, and arenโt afraid to walk with boldness and grace.
This is your time. Your trail. Your triumph.
Letโs walk it togetherโstep by step.
Because faith, freedom, and friendship are worth every mile.
“Can I do it?” Absolutely.
We walk up to 5 miles a day, but you walk as far as you want.
If one mile is a big accomplishmentโweโre cheering you on.
Need a break? Hop in the support vehicle and ride to the next stop.
No pressure. Just support, faith, and sisterhood all the way to Santiago.
Why Take this Trip
This journey isnโt about hiking or sight seeing. It’s about awakening your spirit, honoring your faith, and walking alongside a group of strong American women who share your values and are there to encourage each other to keep going.
Take this trip if youโre:
- Youโre navigating something heavy, healing from something hard, or simply searching for whatโs next.
- A woman of faith and freedom ready to reconnect with what matters most
- Curious about the Camino but want the support of a like-minded tribe
- Longing to pause, reflect, and rediscover your strength
- Drawn to meaningful experiencesโblending culture, tradition, and purpose
- Looking for friendship, laughter, and the lifelong bond of shared accomplishment
Letโs walk it together.
Mutliple Departures Available
September 23 – October 4, 2026
May 11-22, 2027
12 Days / 11 Nights
Spain – The Camino Trail – The French Way
Youโll walk while your luggage is transferred.
*Includes 1 piece of luggage per person, maximum 17 kg
Group Size:ย 10-12 Guests
Note: This itinerary serves as a general guide to what we will be doing, seeing, and eating, with the final version provided approximately two weeks prior. The published itinerary is an example and may be adjusted to include accommodations, tours, or restaurants of comparable quality to ensure the best experience.
| Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy |
| $8,583 | $7,479 |
| Private Room with Private Bath | Twin Bed in Shared Room with fellow BB traveler + ensuite bathroom
Please note that these rooms are small. If you have concerns with sleep and noise, please book a single room. |
| Deposit Due at Time of Booking: $250 for Domestic/$500 for International |
Deposit Due at Time of Booking: $250 for Domestic/$500 for International |
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Double Occupancy – Click to Book
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Beatrice Bradley Experiences are All Inclusive. What does that mean?
- Airport Group Transfers:ย Seamless airport pickups and drop-offs by our friendly hostesses, ensuring a smooth start and end to your adventure.
- Dedicated BB Hostess:ย Travel with peace of mind knowing a dedicated Beatrice Bradley hostess will be with you throughout the trip, ensuring every aspect of your journey is unforgettable.
- Full Dining:ย Enjoy 2-3 daily meals carefully selected to reflect the local cuisine, inclusive of all tips. Whether itโs a quick breakfast or a sumptuous dinner, weโve got it all covered.
- Unique Accommodations:ย Stay in boutique hotels or unique properties that are handpicked for their charm and comfort, providing an authentic and intimate experience.
- Curated Activities: We find the BEST of the best tours. Making the absolute most out of our time.
- Included Gratuities:ย Tips for tour guides, meals, and transportation are all taken care of. We ensure that those who make your trip special are rewarded, without you needing to worry about the details.
- Transportation:ย All transportation is included throughout the experience, from airport pickup to your final drop-off.
- You wonโt see โFree Daysโ on our itineraries:ย Our trips are made for a balanced experience. We carve out time to bond, laugh, shop and explore but we will never just send you out on your own and say โgood luckโ we do everything together or smaller group breakouts.
With Beatrice Bradley, every detail is meticulously planned to ensure you have a memorable and carefree travel experience. Join us and discover the joy of true hassle-free travel!
We Offer Flex-Pay! What is that?
Flexible Payments at Your Fingertips: You can use your invoice to pay any amount you choose, as frequently as you wish, until the full payment deadline.
Want to make a payment? Click โReview and Payโ on your invoice whenever youโre ready.
Pay Your Way: You can adjust the payment amount by selecting “Edit Amount,” allowing you to manage your budget flexibly.
Final Countdown: Ensure everything is paid up 60 days prior to your trip for domestic and 90 days prior for international. Don’t worry, we’ll send you reminders! If there’s any remaining balance, weโll automatically process it, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your upcoming adventure!
| Arrival Information | Departing Information |
| Adolfo Suรกrez MadridโBarajas Airport (MAD) | Adolfo Suรกrez MadridโBarajas Airport (MAD) |
| Must arrive before 4:00 PM | Check out of hotel is 10 AM |
This Beatrice Bradley Camino pilgrimage is considered low to moderate in difficulty and is accessible to most women who are in reasonably good health and can walk several miles at a gentle pace.
We average about 5 miles of walking per day, with plenty of breaks, encouragement, and flexibility built in. This trip is not about enduranceโitโs about participation. You walk what you can, and our private support vehicle is always available if youโd rather ride ahead.
The terrain varies from country paths and forest trails to cobblestones and paved village roads. There are some gentle hills and elevation changes (about 250 meters overall), but the climbs and descents are not steep or strenuous. Comfortable walking shoes and a steady mindset are all you need.
Expect:
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A mix of rural trails, shaded forest paths, and charming old villages
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Some uneven terrain such as cobblestones and gravel roads
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Clearly marked yellow arrows and scallop shell signs along the wayโbut we always walk with a private Camino guide so youโre never left to navigate alone
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No need to carry luggageโwe transport your bags for you
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No pressure to keep upโyou set your pace and rest as needed
From the moment you arrive until we bid you farewell, weโll be right by your side. We meticulously handle all the details and manage the logistics seamlessly behind the scenes, ensuring your journey is truly unique and worry-free. While we arenโt local experts or tour guides, we work with a network of local professionals carefully selected for each location to enrich your experience.
Read more about our Hostesses Here
Thinking about joining us?
If you’re on the fence or have any questions, we’re here to help. Simply fill out this form to get in touch. We can’t wait to assist you in planning an unforgettable adventure!
If you have any immediate questions, please feel free to get in touch: 763-784-8291 | Lindsay@bbgage.com
Ready to book? We’re happy to have you!
What to Expect on the Camino de Santiago: Beatrice Bradley Style
This isnโt a luxury vacationโitโs a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage experience created to uplift your spirit, deepen your faith, and surround you with American women who walk with purpose and heart.
We take things at a gentle, encouraging pace. Itโs about showing up, doing what you can, and celebrating every step forward.
Thereโs absolutely no pressure to walk to the next destination. Our private vehicle is always available to transport you if you need a rest. You walk as much as you want, and weโll take care of the rest.
With two Beatrice Bradley hosts and a private Camino walking guide, youโll feel supported, seen, and celebrated from start to finish.
Hereโs what to expect:
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Charming, simple accommodations in small towns
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Delicious mealsโlocal, comforting, and satisfying
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Up to 5 miles of walking per day, with full flexibility to walk less
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Daily support vehicle and transportation between stops
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Luggage transfers every dayโno need to carry more than a small daypack
- Full Days of rest mixed it
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Encouragement every step of the wayโthis is your Camino, your pace
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Local experiences like wine tastings, cheese and honey pairings, and cultural workshops
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An official pilgrim passport to collect stamps and earn your Camino Certificate in Santiago
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Time for prayer, reflection, and friendship, woven into each day with intention
- Six hotel transfers while on the camino
- Starting and Ending in Madrid at an airport hotel for easy arrival and departure
- Train from Madrid to Sarria to start
- Train from Santiago to Madrid to depart
Your Itinerary
Camino Frances with Beatrice Bradley
The Final 100 km: Sarria to Santiago de Compostela
11 nights | 12 days | 6 walking days
Sarria is the starting point of the French Way for many pilgrims, as it comprises the final 100 kilometers required to obtain the Compostela. During this 9-day itinerary, you’ll coverย 116 kilometersย in 6 stages. A mix of walking and transfers.
Day 1: Arrival in Madrid
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Fly into Adolfo Suรกrez MadridโBarajas Airport where our host will greet you.
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Enjoy a welcome dinner with your hosts and fellow travelers
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Check-in: Madrid airport hotel
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Activity: Rest, orientation, and meet your Camino sisters.
Day 2: Train transfer to Sarria
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Train transfer to Sarria
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Enjoy a scenic ride to Sarria, your gateway to the Camino.
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Check-in: Hotel Alfonso IX (1 night) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast, snack and Dinner included
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Activity: Rest, orientation, and meet your Camino sisters.
Day 3: Stage 1 โ Sarria to Portomarรญn
- Walk through quiet country lanes and shaded oak forests.
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Stroll across medieval bridges and pass tiny hamlets.
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Check-in: Hotel Spa Vista Alegre, Portomarรญn (1 night)ย *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Support Vehicle: Available
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Camino Highlight: First pilgrim passport stamp!
Day 4: Stage 2 โ Portomarรญn to Palas de Rei
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Rolling terrain with panoramic views of Galiciaโs countryside.
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Check-in: Pazo Sedor, Palas de Rei (2 nights) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Support Vehicle: Available
Day 5: Day of Rest & Experiences
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No walking todayโjust culture and connection!
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Activities:
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Honey Museum Tour โ Taste & learn about local Galician honey.
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Wine Tasting โ Enjoy a flavorful experience at a local pazo.
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Return to Palas de Rei for a relaxed evening.
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Check-in: Pazo Sedor (2nd night) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Stage 3 โ Palas de Rei to Melide to Arzรบa
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Walk: Palas de Rei to Melide as far as we can + transfer
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Drive: Melide to Castaรฑeda
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Walk: Castaรฑeda to Arzรบa as far as we can
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A mix of forest paths and quiet village roads.
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Check-in: A Painza, Arzรบa (2 nights) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Cultural Highlight: Cheese tasting & wine pairing experience.
Day 7: Rest & Explore Arzรบa
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Optional walking or relaxing day.
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Enjoy the pastoral charm of Galicia and local flavors.
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Check-in: A Painza (2nd night) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Stage 4 โ Arzรบa to A Rรบa
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Drive: Arzรบa to Salceda
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Walk: Salceda to A Rรบa
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Follow peaceful trails with stops for reflection.
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Check-in: O Acrivro, A Rรบa (1 night) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9: Stage 5 โ A Rรบa to Santiago de Compostela
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Walk: A Rรบa to San Paio
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Drive: San Paio to Monte do Gozo (final stretch into Santiago)
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Reach Santiagoโs grand cathedralโyour Camino is complete!
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Check-in: Parador de los Reyes Catรณlicos (2 nights) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Special Moments:
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Stop at Monte do Gozo for reflection before arrival.
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Receive your official Compostela certificate.
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Enjoy a Santiago Historic City Tour.
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Day 10: Explore the Coast โ Finisterre & Muxรญa Day Tour
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Private guided excursion to the โEnd of the Earthโ on the Atlantic coast.
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Visit Finisterre Lighthouse and the oceanfront chapel at Muxรญa.
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Check-in: Parador de los Reyes Catรณlicos (2nd night) *or similarย
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Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 11: Train Transfer to Madrid
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Train transfer to Madrid
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Check into Madrid Airport hotel
- Farewell Dinner with fellow sister
- Breakfast and Dinner
Day 12: Departure Day
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Breakfast included
- Checkout of your hotel at 10 AM
- Transfer to Adolfo Suรกrez MadridโBarajas Airport
Trip Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Camino de Santiago?
The Camino de Santiagoโalso known as “The Way of St. James”โis a centuries-old pilgrimage trail leading to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, where the remains of the Apostle James are believed to be buried. People walk the Camino for many reasons: spiritual growth, reflection, healing, or simply the joy of doing something deeply meaningful.
Weโll be walking the finalโand most popularโstretch, the French Way, from Sarria to Santiago.
How far will we walk each day?
We average about 5 miles a day. Some days are a little longer, others shorter. We walk at a steady, supportive pace with plenty of breaks. This is not a race. You are never expected to “keep up.” We walk togetherโor rest when needed.
What if I canโt walk one day or need a break?
You never have to walk more than youโre comfortable with. We have a private support vehicle following us daily. If youโre tired, dealing with sore feet, or just want to enjoy the scenery from the van, hop inโweโll get you to the next stop while you still experience the journey.
What are the accommodations like?
We stay in charming, authentic Galician inns and rural homesโplaces full of character and history.
These arenโt luxury hotels, but they are clean, cozy, and comfortable, with private bathrooms in every room. Youโll feel welcomed and well cared for.
Will I have to carry my own luggage on the trail?
Your luggage will be transferred for you each day, so you only need to be able to carry a small daypack with essentials like water, snacks, and your pilgrim passport.
What is the Pilgrim Passport, and do I get a certificate?
Each woman will receive a Camino Credential (Pilgrim Passport) to collect stamps at various stops along the route. At the end, youโll receive your official Compostela certificate, recognizing your journey. Itโs a beautiful and emotional momentโone youโll never forget.
Do I need to be a seasoned hiker to do this?
No. If youโre reasonably active and able to walk a few miles at a time, you can absolutely do this. The trail includes dirt paths, cobblestones, and a few gentle hills, but we take our time and support each other. If you’ve ever walked a few loops around your neighborhood or local park, you’re on the right track.
What kind of meals will we have?
Expect hearty, home-cooked meals featuring local Galician cuisine. Itโs not gourmet, but itโs flavorful, nourishing, and satisfying. Think rustic stews, fresh bread, cheeses, and wine from the region.
Will there be time for prayer and reflection?
Yes. This is more than a tripโitโs a sacred experience. We intentionally build in time for quiet reflection, prayer, and meaningful conversation. Whether youโre walking through something big or simply craving peace, this journey offers space for your soul to breathe.
Who leads the trip?
Youโll be joined by two Beatrice Bradley hosts and our private Camino walking guide, who knows the trail inside and out. Youโll be fully supportedโphysically, emotionally, and spirituallyโevery step of the way.
Why Women Choose Beatrice Bradley
Itโs not really about the destination.
Itโs about so much more…
At Beatrice Bradley itโs not just about where we go, itโs about who youโre with and how it feels to be part of something this fun.
Women join Beatrice Bradley to laugh until their cheeks hurt, make fast friends who feel like old ones. And rediscover how good life can be when you say โyesโ to new adventures.
This isnโt your typical tour group. You wonโt find big buses or cookie-cutter activities here. Instead, it feels more like a getaway you planned with your best college girlfriends. Reconnecting, laughing, and soaking up a beautiful destination together.
Itโs a joy-filled, patriotic sisterhood of women 50+ who are ready to shake things up. To travel solo, but never feel alone. Some are married, others are widowed, divorced, newly retired, working, or recently navigating the empty nest.
So, come with us.
The locations are a bonus, the real treasures are the laughter, the genuine connections, and the joy of finding your people.
Note: This itinerary serves as a general guide to what we will be doing, seeing, and eating, with the final version provided approximately two weeks prior. The published itinerary is an example and may be adjusted to include accommodations, tours, or restaurants of comparable quality to ensure the best experience.
You Might Be Wonderingโฆ
Read through our frequently asked questions.
I've never traveled solo; Is this travel group for me?
Yes! In fact, many of our guests are first-time solo travelers. Beatrice Bradley is designed exactly for women like you. Those ready to explore but not alone. From the moment you arrive, you'll be welcomed into a fun, supportive group of like-minded women. We take care of the details so you can relax, make fast friends, and enjoy the adventure. You may come solo, but youโll never feel alone.
Beatrice Bradley Experiences are All Inclusive. What does that mean?
Included:
- Accommodations: Stay in boutique hotels or unique properties that are handpicked for their charm and comfort, providing an authentic and intimate experience.
- Tours / Activities: We curate only the best of the best experiences to make the most of our time together. Please note that tours and activities listed on the website are subject to change based on availability, group size, and weather. If adjustments are needed, weโll always replace them with something equally special
- Food / Beverages: Meals eaten with the group are fully covered by Beatrice Bradley. Typically this includes 2 meals a day.ย
- Transportation:ย All transportation is included throughout the experience, from airport pickup to your final drop-off.
- Airport Group Transfers:ย Seamless airport pickups and drop-offs by our friendly hostesses, ensuring a smooth start and end to your adventure.
- Dedicated BB Hostess:ย Travel with peace of mind knowing a dedicated Beatrice Bradley hostess will be with you throughout the trip, ensuring every aspect of your journey is unforgettable.ย Please remember Your BB Host is not your tour guide.
- Included Gratuities:ย Tips for local tour guides, meals, and transportation are all taken care of.
not included:
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Airfare to and from the destination โ Youโll arrange your own flights based on our suggested arrival and departure times.
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Hotel incidentals and personal expenses โ Things like room service, minibar items, or personal shopping arenโt included.
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Meals eaten outside the group โ If you choose to skip a group meal or explore on your own, those meals are at your own expense.
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Activities done outside the group itinerary โ Any optional excursions, spa treatments, or activities not part of the planned group experience will be at your discretion and cost.
- Tips for your Beatrice Bradley Host
We keep things simple and transparentโso you can focus on enjoying every moment.
Are the deposits refundable / What is the cancellation policy.
What if i want to skip an activity? - How important is it to be on time?
You are never required to do all activities! Sometimes you need a little downtime, and youโre welcome to skip an activity if you'd prefer to rest or recharge. Just keep our hosts in the loop.ย
Being on time is also very important. We run a thoughtful schedule to make sure everyone gets the most out of each day. Out of respect for your fellow travelers and our guides, we ask that you arrive on time and ready to roll so we can keep the adventure smooth and stress-free for all!
What can I expect from a Beatrice Bradley Host?
Our Beatrice Bradley hosts are the glue that holds each trip together. They understand how intimidating solo travel can feel, and theyโre dedicated to making your experience warm, welcoming, and full of laughter. From the moment you arrive, theyโll be there with a smileโhelping you settle in, making introductions, and setting the tone for a fun and connected adventure.
Our hosts arenโt just handling logisticsโtheyโre the heart of the journey. They create a sense of community, offer support, and help every woman feel seen, included, and valued.
Please note: our hosts are not local tour guidesโwe hire local experts for that. In some cases, it may even be their first time in the destination, just like you! While theyโre often going above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly, we kindly ask that you treat them with respect. They are not personal assistants or luggage portersโthey are your fellow travelers, dedicated to making this trip unforgettable for everyone.