Safety is a major concern when travelling but especially when travelling alone. Telling lies is sometimes necessary as not everyone has your wellbeing in mind. This is just a fact of life, so you need to do whatever you can to protect yourself. Table of Contents My top 10 lies I use when I go on a solo trip: Other things to keep in mind on solo trip Conclusion Taking the right precautions and planning ahead is key to ensure you are not putting yourself at risk. I must say I have never felt on grave danger and the few unpleasant incidents I don’t even remember. The good by far outweigh the b ..read more

In this blog I will tell you about the 4 cities in the United States of America (USA) that I have visited and a further 4 I would love to see someday. Hello again fellow wanderers. It’s been a little while since my last blog. Life has been taking over! I have not forgotten you and I thought I would do a blog on the USA. There are not many blogs on US cities that I have come across. I don’t know why its probably not on my radar as there is so much on my doorstep living in Europe. But to overlook the US would be a mistake. So here it is my take on the USA. America has many great cities with its ..read more

Safety is a huge concern for all of us but even more so for the solo traveller. It’s the one thing that stops many people from taking the leap into to travelling. This is for many legitimate reasons. Such as, fear of the unknown, language barrier, unfamiliar cultural norms, bad press or media coverage, friends and family putting someone off due to their perceptions and concern for you. All these are valid and although we cannot remove all risk we can significantly reduce them by taking precautions and planning well. For this blog I will take you through my top tips for staying safe and alive o ..read more

Hello fellow solo wanderers! This blog is about my epic trip to Thailand a few years ago. It’s been a while since I did a blog on a destination and feel it’s time to do just that. Of the many places I’ve been to I choose Thailand because it’s a popular destination and great for a first solo trip as people are so friendly and its safe. However, the rich culture is to be respected. In this blog I will give a summary of what I did in my 9 day trip travelling around Thailand. I went to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Trang and Kanchanaburi. So quiet some distance across Thailand in one trip! Buckle up for th ..read more

Having travelled to so many countries, I have navigated lots of different airports. To good the bad and the meh! Airports are a necessary part of travelling overseas and yes you could opt for staycations but if you would like to see as much of the world as possible and don’t have the luxury of uncapped time then airports and flying can’t be escaped. I was taken aback when I was asked how do you cope with the airport on your own? I took it for granted that the airport can be such an overwhelming place for the novice traveller. So I decided to do this blog. I find airports intriguing they are t ..read more

Hello my fellow solo wanderers. I am now packing for a short weekend break and my mind turned to my gadget and tech much-haves that I always travel with. Here I give a snapshot of those items I cannot live without for my solo adventures. Having the right gadgets could really elevate your trip. Not only that it keeps some familiarity with you so you don’t feel out of sorts. For me music is paramount so I need speakers, buds, portables you name it. Also capturing those travel moments and content of course as I am a blogger, is very important, so I need reliable video and photo kit. Before we del ..read more

Travel Inspiration for the best places to visit every month of the Year Planning your solo travel calendar for the year can be daunting. January is a great time to set your sights on your travel goals. Once the return to normalcy after the Christmas season I turn my thoughts to where I would like to travel to during the year. There are usually flight sales in January so you can grab some bargains! Here I will inspire you on some destinations you can travel to for every month where something exciting or breathtaking is happening. So get your holiday fund ready and lets go! Table of Contents Ja ..read more

I love going to European cities, they are so diverse in culture and vibe but in a relatively compact proximity. From my base in the UK I can get really affordable deals. I can be speaking French in the morning, Spanish in the afternoon and Portuguese in the evening! I love it. Don’t let this diversity put you off. Europe has alot to offer. Here let me take you through my escapades into European cities. All with their unique charm and these are only the main ones I have been to there are so many more to see. I have not been to Venice, Praque, Seville, Athens or Vienna, yet! All great spy or hei ..read more

As an avid solo traveller, I am a convert, well more like an evangelist when it comes to the benefits of solo travel. I traveled and conquered my fears, doubts and resistance. I am now so free in my ability to travel alone that I want everyone to experience this bliss! It would be a crime not to. However, I get it not everyone is the same and if you are having trouble taking that leap or have tried it and it’s not for you that’s fine. If you are still reading though then there must be a little voice inside telling you to just do it. Let me be the medium through which you discover solo travel p ..read more

Welcome, fellow wanderers, to my digital travel diary! Let’s embark on a journey through the vibrant streets of Spain as we explore the dynamic duo of Madrid and Barcelona. These two cities, each with its own distinct personality, have a magnetic allure that draws travellers from around the globe. Join me as we delve into the heart of Spanish culture, comparing and contrasting the magic that Madrid and Barcelona have to offer. If you are embarking on a trip to Spain and not sure which city to go for, read on for my take on these two enchanting cities. Two Cities with Distinct Identities In the ..read more