In a photography workshop on a solo trip to Norway, a Solo Travel Society member shot this pic of many layers of shale on the Lerner Islands in Svalbard.
Pic of the Week: Shale in Svalbard, Norway
Carbon Offsets for Travel: Important? Yes. Expensive? No.
Are carbon offsets legitimate? Does travel seriously affect your carbon footprint? Here’s my conclusion after days of research on carbon offsets for travel.
Pic of the Week: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
This photo of lovely Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society who recently visited the old city.
Tips for an Arctic Expedition Cruise: Get Ready for Nunavut & Greenland
For those who may have questions or concerns about taking a cruise to the Arctic, here are my tips for an Arctic expedition.
How to Choose a Tour: Top Tips for Solo Travelers
Tours and other organized travel are great for solo travelers. But, how do you choose the tour for you? Here’s what you need to know and how to go about it.
Pic of the Week: Crater Lake, Oregon
The color of the water in this photo of Crater Lake in Oregon, USA is incredible! It was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society.
River Cruises for Solo Travelers: A Great Option to Consider
What’s so great about river cruises for solo travelers? From covering lots of ground to doing things your way to last-minute deals, here are 7 advantages.
Checked Baggage: Top Planning and Packing Tips
Checked baggage is a completely different game than carry-on – and it’s about more than weight restriction. Here are tips to help you avoid problems.
Solo Travel Destination: Australia Road Trip
Over the span of a month, this Solo Travel Society member explored the East Coast and Tasmania on an epic solo Australia road trip.
Canadian Arctic Adventure: Solo Travel in Nunavut
Solo travel in Nunavut, on an Arctic Expedition cruise, brings different educational sessions, fascinating nature and new discoveries each day.
Solo Travel Northern Ireland: Tips for Belfast and Beyond
I love Northern Ireland! From the cities to the countryside, here are 32 tips to help you solo travel Northern Ireland and love it too.
Pic of the Week: Tip of Borneo, Malaysia
A Solo Travel Society member enjoyed a beach barbecue followed by stargazing on the Tip of Borneo, where the Sula and South China seas meet.
Benedictine to Baked Alaska: A Culinary River Cruise in France
On a culinary river cruise in France with Vantage Travel, I discovered Benedictine, baked macarons, dined like Julia Child, and ate Baked Alaska.
Pic of the Week: Pola Island, American Samoa
A Solo Travel Society member returns to his childhood home to find Pola Island in American Samoa is every bit as beautiful today as it was 50 years ago.
45+ Solo Travel Destinations for Christmas and New Year’s
Wondering where to enjoy the holidays alone? Our readers and other sources recommend 45+ solo travel destinations for Christmas and New Year’s.
At the Beach Solo – 20 Tips for You and Your Things
So what do you do with your stuff when you’re alone at the beach? How do you keep you and your things safe? Here are a few creative answers.
Pic of the Week: Hiking in the Laurentians
Taken while hiking in the Laurentians in Quebec, this photo showcasing some of Canada’s natural beauty was contributed by a Solo Travel Society member.
How to Find Time to Travel
Readers tell us that finding time for travel is a real challenge. Here are some tips for finding more travel time in your life.
River Cruise Tips for Solo Travelers
Here are the best river cruise tips from my recent experience as well as advice from readers to help you make the most of your solo river cruise.
Pic of the Week: Cycling in Central Otago, New Zealand
This photo of a cyclist in Central Otago, New Zealand was taken by a member of the Solo Travel Society taking a walk on the cycle path.