March 6, 2017Read time - 2 minutesTo celebrate International Women’s Day 2017, and this year’s theme of Be Bold For Change, we organised something extra special. Earlier today, we hosted our very own International Women’s Day panel discussion with some seriously bold and inspirational women. We covered some of the most important topics for women who travel and what it’s like for women who work in travel – how to achieve your goals, what challenges you have to overcome and, of course, how travel has changed how you see the world. International Women’s Day PanellistsThis year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Be Bold for Change” and we were thrilled to be chatting with three women who embody that boldness. Bonita Norris - Youngest person to conquer EverestBonita at Everest Base Camp Bonita is an inspirational figure for young travellers. She is the youngest person ever to have reached the extreme points of the Earth, the summit of Mt Everest and the North Pole. She has climbed three of the world's fourteen 8000m peaks and guides teams on peaks such as Kilimanjaro. She is currently writing her first book on the lessons she's learnt on how to survive in the highest places on the planet.Natalia Cohen – Record-breaking rowerNatalia Cohen Natalia was part of the first-ever women’s team to row the Pacific Ocean, crossing the waves from America to Australia – a distance of 8,446 miles and took 9 months. The Coxless Crew were also the first-ever fours boat to row the Ocean, thus smashing two new world records. Oh, and did we mention they raised £65,000 for women’s charities too?Alice Nettleingham – Inspiring travel bloggerAlice of TeacakeTravels on the Mongol Rally TeacakeTravels is leading the way for solo female travel bloggers, and the driving force behind it is Alice. She’ll be on our panel sharing her own experiences on her adventures, whether that’s conquering the Mongol Rally, bikepacking around Vietnam or discovering Bangladesh under her own steam.Megan Devenish – Spearhead of the Exodus Women campaignMegan Megan lived and worked on every continent before she joined Exodus and became our Responsible Tourism Manager. She believes tourism can – and should – be as beneficial for the local community as it is for the visitor, and is determined to ensure the Exodus Women campaign increases employment opportunities for women in tourism worldwide.Bold Women at ExodusMeet Valerie, one of Exodus' most experienced and beloved leaders. She's been trekking the Himalaya since her teens and is one of our most popular leaders.Valerie ParkinsonIf our blog for International Women’s Day Be Bold for Change has inspired you, view some of our trips below and step up to a challenge.
Everest Base Camp Trek 162 reviews The iconic Himalayan trek to the foot of the highest mountain on Earth Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging Ages: 16+ 16 Days from £1,999 Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details
Everest Marathon with Paul Goldstein & Valerie Parkinson Compete in the Tenzing-Hillary Marathon from Everest Base Camp to Namche Bazaar Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging Ages: 18+ Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details
Manaslu Lodge Circuit 18 reviews Experience a magnificent off-the-beaten-track trek around Manaslu Walking & Trekking Activity level: Challenging Ages: 16+ 18 Days from £2,199 Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details
Edits: Bun Cha & Biking in Vietnam An unforgettable ride through some of Vietnam’s most famous cities and countryside. 30s and 40s Adventures Activity level: Moderate Ages: 30s and 40s 10 Days from £1,499 Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details