I love surprises as I travel. Visiting Miniatur Wunderland (famous for its railways and airport) in Hamburg I found 7 fascinating dioramas of the fall of Berlin Wall.
Testing My Limits on the Fastest Bobsleigh Run in the World
The skiing at Whistler Blackcomb was great but the big surprise of the trip was when I tested my limits on the bobsleigh run at the Whistler Sliding Centre.
Solo At Whistler Blackcomb: 32 Tips You Need to Know
Here you have it – my Whistler Blackcomb 32 tips post – another in our 32 tips series. I’ll share more stories about Whistler Blackcomb soon.
Solo Walking: the South West Coast of England in Photos
Solo walking is quiet, relaxing and sometimes exhilarating. It’s a pleasure to be alone with one’s thoughts and the surrounding beauty. Have a look.
A Perfect Day in Paradise
I was caught off guard by how much I enjoyed Key West – every day is a perfect day in paradise.
Positive Thinking and Solo Travel
Positive Thinking. Solo Travel. They go together. I learned a lot about positive thinking from Ron who I met at Mallory Square in Key West.
How to Go to a Bar Alone: Best Music in Nashville
Wondering how to go to a bar alone? Here are 7 tips to enjoy the bar/music scene solo along with a short list of the best music in Nashville.
A 3-Day Nerdy New York City Adventure
Nerdy? Traveling solo to NYC? Here are plenty of tips and suggestions for creating your own nerdy New York City adventure.
Solo in London: Shopping
Solo in London? Shopping your priority? Then here are some tips on where to go and where to stay to save your pounds for purchases.
Travel Central Asia: 15 Tips
It’s not simple to travel Central Asia. It’s more of a challenge than most destinations. These 15 tips will help make your trip easier.
Easyjet or Eurostar? The Best, Fastest, Cheapest Way to Get from London to Paris
The results may surprise you. Here is a direct comparison, in terms of time and money, of taking Eurostar or Easyjet between London and Paris.
Two Sides of Venice Beach
It’s not only developing countries that leave a traveler conflicted. My day at Venice Beach provided a wide view of America from gentrified communities to homeless ones.
The Magnificent UNESCO Temples of Java: Walk with Me
Let me take you to the 9th century temples of Prambanan and Borobudur in photos.
A Solo Vacation: stimulation, education and relaxation
For me, a solo vacation is a little more relaxing than solo travel. Here’s my solo vacation of 2014.
Vancouver, SF and LA by Train – what I spent in eleven days.
Here’s how I spent my money on my Vancouver to Los Angeles train trip.
Solo Travel Can Be Easy: Bremen in Three Hours and 16 Photos
Bremen is a wonderful German town to visit but, more remarkable on this excursion was how easy it was – everything just fell into place.
The Wadden Sea: Close Encounters with Unusual Creatures
The Wadden Sea in Wilhelmshaven, Germany is a natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore it with me in photos.
One Day in Vancouver – food, ferries and a walk around the Stanley Park
One very long, very enjoyable, very tiring day in Vancouver. Here’s my walking tour.
Paris’ Past in the Pantheon
A dreary day in Paris – what better to do than go to a crypt? A really beautiful crypt that reveals much of the city’s history.
Friendly Paris: Exploring the Real Paris with a Greeter
Paris is not known for being friendly but, explore the city with a volunteer Paris Greeter and you will most certainly discover warm, friendly people as well as a perspective on Paris that otherwise remains hidden.