A Solo Point of View

Have you ever wondered about WWOOFing for solo travelers? Enjoy this detailed firsthand account from an organic farm in Israel.

It’s been 20 years since I took my trip of a lifetime but I guarantee, the travel memories do not fade. Long term travel is special.

On a solo trip to Sumba, Indonesia this traveler discovered the true essence of adventure and the power of human connection.

I preach the importance of insurance all the time. However, occasionally, I make a travel insurance mistake myself. Here’s what not to do.

Sustainable solo travel is very doable. Here are some easy tips to help you reduce your impact on the planet.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like for an independent solo traveler on a group tour? Here’s my recent experience in Ireland.

Solo travel is great, but it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Here are the worst things about solo travel and how to deal with them.

Bree Woolard took a leap of faith and left her corporate job for a solo trip that propelled her to transform her life.

Solo travel myths have a surprisingly long life. Here are 8 common ones that Solo Travel Society members are tired of hearing.

Whether you have a little travel experience, a lot, or none at all, I am here to tell you that you can travel solo.

I’ll never forget the kindness of a local on my first solo trip. Solo travelers share their stories of strangers helping strangers.

A collection of solo travel quotes, with thoughts about how they apply to travelers, questions they raise, and inspiration they provide.

Explore the joys of slow solo travel. Here’s what it is, three fun slow travel stories, and tips for your own slow travel experiences.

Travel health emergencies are more challenging than medical problems that happen at home. Here’s my latest plus stories from readers.

Here is my Avalon Waterways review from my recent trip on their Active and Discovery cruise southbound on the Rhone River.

It’s traveler’s choice with tour and cruise companies that offer a variety of excursions. Not your average tour.

A solo point of view from a backpacking trip in Sri Lanka, reflecting on the joy and freedom of fleeting relationships formed along the way.

Take the trip. Eat the cake. Make travel memories to savor for a lifetime. A few lessons learned from my grandmother.

This traveler doesn’t mess around: she chose to go round the world solo on her very first journey on her own!