Many times, our primary reason for traveling is to discover a new destination. Sometimes, we travel solo to cope with loss or grief.
Solo Travel to Cope with Loss
The Importance of Travel to Developing Countries
The importance of travel to developing countries was on my mind when I picked Morocco as a destination. And what a rich experience flowed from that choice!
When Travel Is the Goal – And Also the Obstacle
When travel is the goal, and also the obstacle, destination may not be the most important factor in planning a solo trip. Here are some options to consider.
Travel Writer Dervla Murphy: Being Alone Is Essential to an Important Journey
Prepare to be inspired by solo traveler, travel writer, cyclist, and octogenarian, Dervla Murphy who completed a cycling trip from Ireland to India in 1963.
How to Save Money for Travel: Top Tips to Help You Save
What have we learned about money while travel has been on hold? Here are 14 tips to help you save money for travel so you’ll be ready when the time comes.
Benefits of a Coach Tour: My Morocco Trip
There are so many ways to travel. On my trip to Morocco I truly saw the benefits of a coach tour. All photos on this post were taken through the bus window.
The Airport Lounge: Benefits, Tips & What’s Likely to Change
I love a good airport lounge. Here are the benefits, some tips for saving on lounge access, and what I expect to see change as travel begins to open up.
Travel First Aid Kit for Peace of Mind
Pack a travel first-aid kit and try new things on your travels. It’s better to have it and not use it, than to need it and be without.
Physical Training for Travel: Getting Fit for Demanding Trips
Some trips are more demanding than others. Physical training for travel can be very helpful. Here’s my plan to get into shape for walking and cycling trips.
It’s Here! The Travel Dreams Bundle (Limited Supply)
The Travel Dreams Bundle offers over $600 worth of great travel products for less than $50. There are only 300 available, so get yours while you can!
Stories of Solo Travel and the Value of Silence
Stepping away from our devices allows time for the mind to wander. Let’s explore the value and pleasure of solo travel and silence.
Planning A Solo Weekend Getaway: Tips & Destinations
A solo weekend getaway may be just what you need after a long period of staying home. What makes a great destination? Here are some recommendations.
Solo Travel and Cycling: An Opportunity to Indulge Two Passions
I love my bike. It’s not a fancy new one and I bought it secondhand, but it allows me to indulge in two passions: solo travel and cycling.
Solo Travel to a New City: The Do’s and Do Not’s
Solo travel to a new city is always exciting but it does require a little bit of preparation. Here are do and do not lists for new city success.
First Time Camping Solo: Basic Gear and Packing List
Your first time camping solo may seem complicated. Let’s simplify things. Here’s the basic gear you need plus a handy packing list.
Freedom, Independence, Personal Growth: Why We Love Solo Travel
Freedom. Independence. Personal growth. Here are the top three reasons given by experienced travelers for why we love solo travel.
Going Alone? Travel Insurance for Solo Travelers
Here’s what solo travelers should look for in travel insurance including the one benefit that’s most important for those of us who travel alone.
5 Fundamental Solo Travel Safety Principles
Your safety is the #1 priority when you travel alone. These are the 5 fundamental solo travel safety principles upon which all of our advice is based.
16 Best Poems About Travel and Life
Here are 16 of the best poems about travel. Some raise questions, others share the joy of travel, and still others remind us not to take it for granted.
Solo Travel Bloopers: At Least They’re Funny Now
Travel doesn’t always go according to plan. Here are some of the solo travel bloopers Janice and I have experienced, the stories we tell our friends.