Welcome, fellow solo traveler. This is where your adventure begins. Solo traveling is a beautiful gift. You’re going to learn so much about yourself, make so many fabulous new friends, meet so many beautiful strangers, and see so many vibrant landscapes and skyscrapers, too. The world is your oyster, but the question is, where do you […]
13 Things to Do in Sayulita, Mexico
An hour northwest of Puerto Vallarta on the west coast of Mexico, Sayulita is often called pueblo mágico, or, “magic town.” It’s a lively, hip beach town full of surfers and friendly locals cruising around in golf carts. Often recognized for the colorful art strung above the streets, Sayulita is becoming an ever more popular place to visit […]
Meditations for Girl Bosses
I make a habit of asking people whom I admire what the most life-changing books are that they’ve read. A few years ago, a friend recommended Tim Ferriss’ Tools of Titans – a series of interviews of entrepreneurs and artists who are at the top of their respective fields. After I read it, he and […]
What I Never Told You: The Be My Travel Muse Story
Hey guys, after a few of you asked about how this blog came to be what it is today. I realized I never really answered that question, so I sat down to write out my history – the wins, the struggles, the things that worked and the personal journey as well. Nearly 5000 words later […]
What 6 Months of Traveling in Southeast Asia Cost Me
2020 update: Since first traveling to Southeast Asia in 2012, I’ve revisited the region nearly yearly, logging over 2.5 cumulative years. Over that time some prices have changed, and this post reflects those numbers. Back in 2012, I spent a glorious 8 continuous months backpacking in Southeast Asia on a long-term traveler’s budget. This meant […]