This guest post is by Monica Chapon, a California-based desert enthusiast: Would you believe me if I told you that there’s much more to Dubai than glamour and gold? The United Arab Emirates is a country of duality. It’s a mix of old and new, tradition and modernity, of vast orange desert and abundant development. It’s a […]
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Is Solo Traveling Lonely? Tips from a Solo Traveler of 9 Years
For some, the biggest hurdle to traveling solo is whether or not it will be lonely. If you’re worried about this, you’re not alone. It’s the most common question I get about traveling alone, and it was my biggest fear when I was deciding whether or not to solo travel as well. I was terrified, […]
Top 15 Most Beautiful States in the USA
There is certainly some stiff competition for the most beautiful places in the United States, and even more so for the most beautiful states! (I’m sure we’ve all got a bit of state pride in us, but that’s not what this list is about.) If you ask me, most other countries cannot compete with the […]
Is it Weird to Stay in Hostels Past 30?
Solo travel is on the rise again. And I, for one, am thrilled! Over the past few months my solo travel blog posts have quickly become the most-read on my site, and with that comes reader questions about how to do it right. Today I’m answering a question a reader sent me on Instagram: Am […]
Camping for Beginners: 9 Things to Know
Camping for the first time can be intimidating. Especially if you’re planning on going camping solo, the usual travel jitters can be multiplied just by thinking about how many details there are to consider. Just like any travel adventure, though, there are many ways to take your trip planning from good to great. The following […]