I remember my first solo trip like it was yesterday. Backpack slung over my shoulder, guidebook in one hand, and my new camera (a shiny Sony mirrorless camera, thank you very much!) in the other. It was a whirlwind romance between me and the road. But who was there to capture those memories? Who could …
Here’s the thing about traveling alone: it’s like making pancakes for the first time. It’s messy, often sticky, and you might get burned once or twice. But at the end of the day, you get to eat all the pancakes. Or in this case, all the memories, experiences, and growth travel brings. When you’re out …
If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first step towards taking your first solo trip and embarking on a life-changing adventure. Congratulations! Get ready to embrace the thrill of traveling in your own company and discovering the best places the world has to offer. I know that planning a trip, (especially when you’re flying …
Hostels, the budget traveler’s best friend, are often overshadowed by their more posh and pricey cousins: hotels. But don’t let the lack of glitz and glamour fool you, hostels are like a box of chocolates – you never know what you’re going to get! If you’re looking to save a few bucks, make new friends, …
A common misconception about introverts is that they have difficulty socializing and interacting with others. And most commonly, they don’t like to travel – or ever even leave the house! Well, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Many introverts love to travel solo and can enjoy the experience just as much, if not more …
2023 will be the year of Black women traveling the world – and honestly, I’m here for it. There’s been a surge in Black women exploring the world over the past few years, and the movement will only continue growing in the years to come. After so many years of only seeing the “same old” …
If you’re a black woman who’s been thinking of traveling solo, but haven’t taken the plunge yet, then this post is for you. If you’re new to traveling solo and the thought of traveling alone for the first time makes you uneasy, you’re likely wondering what it will be like and asking yourself many …
We’ve all been there: A relationship comes to an end, and we’re left feeling heartbroken, lost, and confused. A part of you feels like it’s missing, like you’re only half of a person, like it feels impossible to imagine moving on. But the truth is, (and I know I’m not the first person to tell …
When you’re planning a solo trip, the first question you’re probably asking yourself is “is solo travel lonely?” or “will traveling alone even be fun?”. And it doesn’t help much that when you tell people about your solo travel plans, they always seem to ask: “aren’t you scared?” or “won’t you be lonely?”. Solo travel …