Most of the time when I travel to a new city, I see what I need to see and then move on. Not New Orleans. I spent four days in NOLA in March to attend Wanderfest 2022 (Read: Key Takeaways from Wanderfest 2022) and even with plenty of time I built into my itinerary to... Continue Reading →
To Rent a Car or Not: Pros and Cons
2019 was a year I had looked forward to since I first started solo traveling - the year I turned 25 and could finally rent a car without those pesky fees that are automatically affixed to anyone under the age of 25 trying to rent a car regardless of their driving record. An additional $20... Continue Reading →
10 Essential Digital Resources for Travel Planning
There is no greater joy than sitting for hours on end plotting out what you are going to do on a trip. No? Just me? If you're not a natural planner or don't travel too often, and preparing yourself for a trip is proving to be more of a stress than a joy, here are... Continue Reading →
18 Tips for Staying Safe While Traveling Alone
I've written before about all the joys of traveling alone. Now here's the catch: with being a solo traveler - and especially a female one - comes a ton of preparation and precaution. Here are 18 things to think about if you are considering some solo travel of your own. 1. Read hotel reviews. Chances... Continue Reading →
Winter Trip in a Carry-on
So many layers, so little suitcase space! Packing to stay warm and packing light don't have to be mutually exclusive. As someone who always tries to avoid checking bags when I fly, I've nearly mastered the art of fitting a strategic wardrobe into a carry-on. Once upon a time I even packed for blizzard conditions... Continue Reading →
Why I Travel Alone
I've come to love the classic exchange that happens every time I tell someone that I'm about to leave for a trip: "Who are you going with?" "No one. It's just me." "Do you have friends that live there?" "Nope." Usually then some kind of surprised "Oh wow!" which I can't say I really blame... Continue Reading →
So is Frontier really that bad?
I have heard so many complaints about budget airlines like Frontier and Spirit. Delays. Fees. No free snacks. Crappy uncomfortable seats. Because of what I have heard, I have always been hesitant to book a Frontier flight despite being a pretty avid budget traveler. But for my recent trip to San Antonio, Texas, I couldn't... Continue Reading →

