London is absolutely wonderful to visit in the summer. Even though London is associated with rain and cold, when I visited in August, I had several gorgeous sunny days where I spent hours exploring London’s neighborhoods and fabulous parks. A glorious sunny day in London is a travel memory that will make you smile for a [...] The post Comprehensive Packing List for London in August appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Solo travel in Paris is a bucket list trip for many people. I mean, one of my travel fantasies has been to rent a small apartment in the Marais or Montmartre, go to the local market early in the morning for fresh produce (and a baguette!), visit world-class art museums, shop at fashion-forward boutiques, and so [...] The post Solo Travel in Paris: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Colmar is a stunning French town in Alsace that looks like the movie set of Beauty and the Beast. It’s so easy to understand why visitors flock to Alsace, and in particular, flock to Colmar. I legit squealed when I saw my first canal here (yeah, it was embarrassing). However, despite Colmar’s seemingly endless charm and [...] The post Is Colmar Worth Visiting? My Honest Opinion appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Yup, this is probably the most controversial post that I’ve ever written in my life, haha. I mean, how can I even begin to write a blog post answering the question “is New York City worth visiting?” It’s freakin’ New York City.  We’ve all seen NYC in movies and television shows, as well as read stories that take [...] The post Is New York City Worth Visiting? My Honest Opinion appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Spring is a wonderful time to travel to Spain. You’ll have more temperate weather than the heat of summer, yet at the same time, major tourist attractions start staying open later in the day. Honestly, there is a lot to love about Spain. I could visit Spain every single spring season and never get tired of [...] The post What to Do in Barcelona in Spring appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Andalusia is a region that immediately springs to mind when people think of quintessential Spain. Hot weather. Flamenco dancers. White-washed villages. Palm trees. Intricate Moorish architecture. Orange trees. Andalusia is, without a doubt, vibrant and rich and beautiful; Andalusia stole my heart and truly made me feel as if I’ve landed in Spain (even more-so than [...] The post The Ultimate Southern Spain Itinerary 7 Days appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Are you ready to spend a weekend in the sunniest, not to mention one of the most gorgeous and popular, cities in all of Spain? I hope so. With 2 days in Seville, you’ll find yourself entranced by this fascinating region (Andalusia) and planning your return visit before you even leave here for the airport. [...] The post 2 Days in Seville Itinerary: What to See and Do in a Weekend appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

Note: Springfield Missouri CVB kindly hosted me for a long weekend in exchange for coverage. As always, all opinions are my own and it’s my main priority to write honestly about my experiences. Located in southwestern Missouri, Springfield is a small and thriving city that’s also a very popular destination due to its proximity to the Ozarks [...] The post 11 Unique Things to Do in Springfield MO appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

If you want an exciting day trip, then look no further than Washington DC. DC is a wonderful choice for travelers who are seeking an action-packed vacation that’s also intellectually meaningful and poignant. As the nation’s capital, DC has literally everything at an intrepid traveler’s fingertips. Arts and culture, terrific food, cool neighborhoods, history, and [...] The post 24 Hours in Washington DC: The Perfect One Day Itinerary appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more

London is one of my favorite cities in the entire world. Actually, London is one of my favorite destinations period. I love busy cities. As a solo traveler, nothing makes me happier than melting into the crowd and not standing out like a sore thumb. And London? Is huge. Absolutely huge. As a traveler, this [...] The post 4 Days in London Itinerary: The Best Things to Do in Lovely LDN appeared first on Blond Wayfarer ..read more