Fun fact: I’ve always hated the word tourist and the negative tone when someone utters the word. In most places I have visited, I have done the “tourist” things. So I thought to myself I should start a series of whether or not I thought it was a trap for travelers like me to fallContinue reading “Tourist Trap or Treasure: Paris Edition”
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Rating Hostels I’ve Stayed In
Growing up in a small, rural town, there were lots of things I learned about once I got into the real world. One of those things is hostels. When I was starting to plan solo trips, I learned all I could about these dorm-style rooms. Since I was in my early 20s, it was theContinue reading “Rating Hostels I’ve Stayed In”
Day Trips From Paris
If only we could relive our memories, one I would go back to often would be September 2019 when I was in Paris. I knew while I was planning this trip that I wanted to spend as much time as possible exploring France’s capital. But there were also a few things I wanted to doContinue reading “Day Trips From Paris”
Friendly Faces in France
I like to think of myself as an experienced traveler and don’t show any signs of being a tourist while exploring, but I know better than that. I look up at tall buildings and stare a little too hard while people-watching. To prepare for my 2019 trip to France, I reminded myself of the sayingContinue reading “Friendly Faces in France”
Why I Fell in Love With Scotland
Let me set the scene: After a four-hour train ride from London to Edinburgh, I stepped onto the platform at Waverley Station. On my first international solo trip, this next city was one that I didn’t know much about. Heck, the only reason I choose to make this part of my itinerary was because myContinue reading “Why I Fell in Love With Scotland”
Day Tours in Northern Ireland and Ireland
During my first solo international trip, I booked three separate day tours, back-to-back-to-back. Since I was by myself, I thought these day tours would be the easiest way to see lots of slights quickly. Looking back now, I can’t believe I powered through those long days and would wake up the next morning and doContinue reading “Day Tours in Northern Ireland and Ireland”
What To Do On A Rainy Day While Traveling
You can’t believe it. It’s the perfect day, not a cloud in the sky. You can’t wait to start your day and explore the outdoors and sight-see your way around the city. You are rushing to get ready. You don’t notice the shift in the weather outside. You are running out the doors of yourContinue reading “What To Do On A Rainy Day While Traveling”
How To Take Pictures When Traveling Solo
By now, traveling solo is a walk in the park for me. I have gotten used to it and actually prefer it now. But, it did not start that way. I had to learn the ropes and make mistakes to get where I am today. Setting out on my first adventure alone, it didn’t occurContinue reading “How To Take Pictures When Traveling Solo”
Prices Of The Places I’ve Stayed In The United States
Since I shared the prices of the places I’ve stayed in the United Kingdom and Ireland, I thought I would continue with a United States edition! In most of the places here I was with other people, so I will discuss the total price as well as my share of the bill. Like before, IContinue reading “Prices Of The Places I’ve Stayed In The United States”
How To Avoid Scams While Traveling
It’s a beautiful day at your destination and you are itching to get ready and go exploring! Nothing could ruin this day! While getting lost in the city, you feel someone accidentally bump into you, you both apologize, and carry on with your stroll. It isn’t until a little while later that you notice thatContinue reading “How To Avoid Scams While Traveling”
Lost in the Adventure 