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Join us in celebrating National Woman Road Warrior Day - recognize the power of female travellers and their impact on the world!
Celebrate the power of female road warriors everywhere on National Women Road Warrior Day, September 19th! This day was created to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women who travel for business and explore new places. It's an opportunity to recognize the hard work, dedication, and resilience of these amazing women. From corporate executives to entrepreneurs, all women are empowered with the ability to break through traditional boundaries and achieve their dreams. So let's all celebrate this inspiring day by recognizing the incredible strength and courage of our female road warriors!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female Long-Distance Driver</div><div class='timeline-text'>Helle Nice, a French model, dancer, and race car driver, is recognized as the first woman to drive long distances.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Women in Business Travel</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1950s marked an increase in women traveling for business, breaking traditional gender roles and norms.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advent of Businesswomen's Organizations</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1975 the American Business Women's Association was founded providing support for female business travelers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Female Business Travellers Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1980s saw greater recognition for women traveling for business, with numerous articles and research shedding light on their growth and contributions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Woman Road Warrior Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Woman Road Warrior Day was first celebrated in 2003 to honor and acknowledge the resilience and courage of women travelers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ongoing Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Today, Woman Road Warrior Day continues to inspire and celebrate women who embrace the challenge of business travel.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a car pool</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a car pool with other women who are traveling to the same destination. Not only will you save money, but you'll get to know other female travelers and their stories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a road trip</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time off and plan a road trip with your friends and family. Choose a destination that is within a day’s drive and have fun while exploring the area.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore new routes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take different routes than you normally do while driving. You never know what you may find in the back roads, so take your time and explore!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a female drivers event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a female drivers’ event in your city or nearby town. You’ll get to meet other women who share your same passion for the open road.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a road safety course</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a road safety course that teaches defensive driving techniques, such as defensive positioning and how to read the roadway. Being prepared can help you stay safe on the road.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages female entrepreneurship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Woman Road Warrior Day is a great way to support and honor female entrepreneurs. It's also a great way to spark conversation around the importance of supporting, advocating for and empowering women in business.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It builds camaraderie among female road warriors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Women on the road, especially those who are solo travelers or all alone in foreign cities, need a sense of community and support. National Woman Road Warrior Day offers them a chance to connect with other female travelers, share experiences and find solidarity in each other’s company.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes balance between work & life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On National Woman Road Warrior Day, women can take a moment to reflect on their journeys and how they manage their workloads while balancing career growth with life’s other demands. It's incredibly important for female road warriors to remember that it's not just about work; it's also about taking care of themselves mentally, physically and emotionally!</p></div></div>
National Woman Road Warrior Day is celebrated on September 19 every year. In 2024 National Woman Road Warrior Day will occur on a Thursday.
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