Of the many things I stress about in life – where to live, how to get better at writing, my purpose in this world, Los Angeles traffic – travel prep rarely makes the list. The road has taught me that (at least when it comes to traveling), things have a way of working out, reinforcing a personal … [Read more…]
With miles of glimmering coastline, snow peaked mountains and some of (in my opinion at least) the world’s best cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, California is a state that begs you to take a road trip. Growing up in the Bay Area I have many fond memories driving around the state with my … [Read more…]
There’s no denying the world feels like a really scary place right now. Really scary. I don’t want to use this space to discuss the details of the recent tragic news stories – there’s enough people writing about these topics out there who are far more qualified to do so than I – instead, I want … [Read more…]
Note: The following is a guest post from fellow solo traveler Jess Signet. You can read about her adventures at Tripelio. It takes guts to prepare for your first solo trip. There are so many travel horror stories out there, particularly for women, so it requires a significant amount of bravery to ignore the fear-mongering … [Read more…]
It’s hard to believe I lived in Costa Rica for a year and a half. Well, that’s not entirely true. Some days it felt as if I’ was there for an eternity and never had any life other than the one was currently living. Some days it felt as if the magic of living above the streets … [Read more…]
How Did You Get Started Traveling? When I was in school, I would see my friends being toured by their parents to different continents. Their traveling experiences caught my fancy, and, I too, decided to travel and create experiences for myself. My first solo travel was when I was 19 and I decided to … [Read more…]
Waiting in line is an unfortunate reality of visiting some of the world's most famous sites. Knowing an estimate of how long you can expect to wait in line can help you plan a more efficient itinerary. Read on for average wait times at top tourist attractions around the world including the Eiffel Tower, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Taj Mahal and more!
Traveling on your own can be a rewarding, life-changing experience. To have the best time possible, be sensible and keep these things in mind.
Jessica Lippe is a freelance writer and self-proclaimed "adventurist" who currently resides in the United States. In this week's Women Who Travel Solo, Jessica shares her tips and insight for a solo trip to Niagara Falls.
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 a friend I met studying abroad in England. She served as our guide, planning our days, bringing us —unscathed—from London to Paris, navigating our way through … [Read more…]