5 Reasons to Travel Solo
If you’ve been following along on my adventures on Something In Her Ramblings, it will come as no surprise to read that I am a huge fan of solo travel. Traveling alone has made m
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Women Who Travel Solo: Michelle Philippon
Fear It’s December 2006. I’ve just turned 21, I’m by myself in Paris, and I’m absolutely terrified. I spent the past three days touring the City of Lights with
Should I Rent a Car in Costa Rica? Tips for Driving on a Costa Rica Vacation
Note: The following is a guest post from my mom, Lea Ann Christenson, who graciously — and safely– drove us around Costa Rica during her recent visit. Recently,
Women Who Travel Solo: Mandy France
How did you get started traveling? I’ve always been inspired by travel and it has continually been something of interest to me. I grew up only visiting family in Florida and neve
Things to Do in Amsterdam [Beyond the Red Light District]
Between the infamous Red Light District and the legality of a certain illicit substance, Amsterdam has a slanted reputation that didn’t make it land at the top of my trave
10 Fascinating Facts About the Panama Canal
Last month I had the opportunity to go to Panama with the company I work for, Outward Bound Costa Rica, and take a scuba certification course. The course ended about two days befor
My Journey as a Woman Solo Traveler
I started my blog Something In Her Ramblings about a year and a half ago, not only to document my travels around Europe while teaching English in Madrid, but also with the
The Jaguar Rescue Center in Costa Rica. Warning: Cute Animal Pics Ahead
“Don’t touch anything in the forest,” a guide says to an eager-listening group of visitors on a sunny day in the rainforest of Caribbean Costa Rica. “The forest
Celebrating 6 Months in Costa Rica
It’s hard to believe, but today I am celebrating 6 months in Costa Rica! I moved to a rainforest base (relatively) near San José, the country’s capital, for