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With my updated spring vacation recommendation, I risk being (rightfully) criticized for boosting my own home town, Washington, DC. However, it is a solo travel destination that has something for everyone. Although it can be pricey, I included some of my personal budget...

Solo Travel Destination France Great Prices: France, a perpetually favorite destination, always seems expensive. As much as I love it, it is always a question of how to stay on budget, especially in Paris.  The highest price, after airfare, is always lodging. After nine trips to...

Here are our five new tips on how to pack light. I started packing light in school. Why? I didn’t like the fees. I also didn’t like to carry a heavy bag! I went on my first trip abroad as a teenager. I took an overnight bag for 6 weeks. In college, I went 5 weeks with...

Always looking for quality at a good price, I have 5 more personal recommendations for spring for solo travelers. (For 700,000+ lodging options at all price levels, return to our home page search box in the right hand column!) Cephalonia-the “other” Greek Isles. The...

Here are our 5 tips on dealing with long layovers. 5 Tips on Dealing with Long Layovers:  Tip 1: With “nap pods” available at select airports, including JFK, ask yourself the following questions before booking your spot: Am I looking to actually fall asleep or just...

Digging out from the snow here in Washington, DC, I quickly came up with a practical list of do’s and don’t, especially for solos.   1. DO: Learn to walk like a penguin! As a fan of weekly shows like Aventura Animal, I was fascinated watching Antarctic penguins...

Solo Travel Destinations Vienna, a great trip all year round.  I traveled to Vienna during one Thanksgiving vacation in the US. It was chilly. However, many of the city’s cultural sites are in-doors. As a result, the weather was no problem.  In any case, as travelers to...

As the Holiday Countdown moves ahead to New Year’s Day, we are continuing our daily series of holiday facts and intriguing solo travel destinations to avoid being “Home Alone for the Holidays”. More Holiday Fascinating Facts: With the beginning of Hanukkah, the...

  Fun and Odd New Year’s Facts: The Danes are said to be the happiest people in the world!  One Danish custom: They relish a melee of dish-throwing to celebrate the holidays. For New Year’s in Denmark:  At the stroke of midnight when the revelry is at its height,...

Updated 10 Tips How to Make Holiday Travel Easier: As the holidays are upon us, there is so much to do and think about before celebrating.   At such busy times, travel can end up more frustrating than festive.  Try our updated tips to make it a better trip.   Updated 10...