5 Ways to Connect with Christian Women While Traveling Solo

Traveling solo doesn’t mean traveling spiritually alone. In this post, we’re sharing 5 powerful ways Christian women can find deep, faith-filled community while exploring the world.

Why Fellowship Matters When You’re Traveling Solo

Solo travel is freeing, empowering, and sometimes… lonely. When you’re on the road for weeks or even months at a time, it’s easy to feel spiritually disconnected—no familiar church, no small group, no one to pray with over morning coffee or share what God is teaching you.

But, community isn’t optional for Christians. We were created for it. Hebrews 10:24-25 says: “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.“.

This kind of togetherness isn’t just casual friendship—it’s koinōnía (κοινωνία), the Greek word used in Acts 2 to describe the deep, soul-level fellowship of the early church. It’s the kind of spiritual bond that helps you stay rooted, accountable, joyful, and connected to Christ, no matter where in the world you are.

If you’re a Christian woman traveling solo, here are five powerful ways to find that kind of biblical community on the go:

HelloFellow: The Travel App for Christian Women Solo Travelers That Desire Fellowship Abroad
Attend Local Church Gatherings and Small Groups
Join Christian Retreats or Mission Week Experiences
Join Facebook & WhatsApp Groups for Christian Women Who Travel
Stay in Faith-Friendly Hostels or Co-Living Spaces

1. Use HelloFellow: Travel App For Christian Women Solo Travelers

If you’re craving deep, like-minded spiritual connection while you travel, HelloFellow is your must-have travel companion app. Designed exclusively for Christian women who travel solo, HelloFellow helps you:

Find other Christian travelers nearby or in your next destination
Discover local Christian churches near you with English services or translation support
Chat safely within the app to build trust & connection before meeting up in-person
Built in daily devotionals and bible studies for on-the go independent or group study

This isn’t another generic travel companion app where you have to scroll endlessly to figure out who actually shares your values. Every feature is built for Christian community—so you can experience koinōnía wherever your passport takes you.

2. Attend Local Church Gatherings and Small Groups

Even if you’re just passing through, many churches welcome travelers with open arms. Look for:

English-speaking or international churches in major cities
Midweek small groups that meet in coffee shops or homes
Women’s Bible studies or discipleship meetups

Pro tip: You can use HelloFellow’s church locator to search for nearby Christian churches, then check their websites or social pages for group info or scroll through our users’ reviews. When you show up, introduce yourself, chances are, you’ll leave with new friends and maybe even a dinner invitation.

3. Join Christian Retreats or Mission Week Experiences

Many Christian organizations host short-term retreats, mission trips, or digital nomad-friendly spiritual experiences that you can plug into while abroad.

Look for:

Faith-based travel groups like YWAM, Inspiration Travel, or World Race Semesters
Local ministry outreach that welcomes volunteers
Women’s prayer retreats or conferences abroad

These options give you structure, spiritual support, and instant community, especially if you’re craving more than surface-level connection.

4. Join Facebook & WhatsApp Groups for Christian Women Who Travel

Sometimes the easiest way to meet someone is to post “Hey, I’ll be in Lisbon next week—anyone want to grab coffee and do a bible study at a cute coffee shop?”

On Facebook, you can search for and join groups like:

These groups are full of solo female travelers just like you looking for friendship, recommendations, and prayer partners in real time.

5. Stay in Faith-Friendly Hostels or Co-Living Spaces

Believe it or not, some hostels, co-working spots, and Airbnb stays are geared toward Christian travelers.

You might find:

Hostels with nightly worship or group meals
Christian-run co-living spaces for remote workers
Listings that mention community values or prayer gatherings

Tip: Search travel forums or Christian Facebook groups for recommendations. You may be surprised at how many faith-based spaces exist, especially in larger cities.

You weren't meant to do this alone

Whether you’re flying across the world or just across the country, your walk with God doesn’t pause when you travel—and neither should your connection to His people.

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20

God designed you for koinōnía—not just to be inspired, but to be sharpened and supported by your sisters in Christ. So whether you meet them through HelloFellow, a local church, or a late-night prayer circle in a hostel kitchen—don’t settle for doing life alone.

Your church community away from home

Signup for the waitlist of HelloFellow so that when it launches, you can start building the kind of travel community that gets you—faith-first, purpose-driven, and always ready for wherever God is calling next. Because you shouldn’t have to choose between travel and spiritual connection.