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”

Safety Tips For Solo Travelers

When you tell someone you are traveling solo, what is the first reaction you usually get? I could count how many times it has been excitement or joy on a single hand. It is always the shocked and confused look for me. And the next thing to come out of their mouths is one ofContinue reading “Safety Tips For Solo Travelers”

Prices Of The Places I’ve Stayed In The United Kingdom and Ireland

We all love a good deal. My favorite kinds are the ones you find while planning a trip. Cheaper flights or bargains on accommodations, it doesn’t matter. As long as it checks all my boxes, I will be happy. The popular belief is that travel has to be expensive, but for me, that is notContinue reading “Prices Of The Places I’ve Stayed In The United Kingdom and Ireland”

Dealing With Culture Shock

The ticket is booked and the bags are packed. Your trip of a lifetime is really happening! As you ascend into the clouds, you know you won’t be getting any sleep on the plane because you are too excited thinking about all the fun you are about to have. When you look down at theContinue reading “Dealing With Culture Shock”