Most of Europe’s most beautiful, historical sites are deeply entwined with religion, and religious tourism fatigue is real (at least for me). Seriously— another day in Europe, another 10 churches to see. But, Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona isn’t your grandmother’s church. My jaw literally dropped walking in! Its colorful towers and soaring spires create […]

Real talk, friend— solo travel is for everyone. And this comprehensive checklist for planning your first solo trip will help you do it with total confidence! Solo travel isn’t just for people whose friends/family don’t have the same schedules, same travel budget, same wants and needs for travel, or enjoy the same activities or pace […]

An ancient, lizard-like stone structure that rises out of the mist of the jungle, Angkor Wat (the “City of Temples”) is an incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site in Siem Reap, Cambodia. And if you’re visiting Angkor Wat, Cambodia, there’s a lot you need to know before you go! What is Angkor Wat? It’s the largest […]

I remember hearing something years ago that truly changed my life: doing it scared is just as brave. That’s why I created this quick guide for how to get the courage to travel solo! Sometimes you just need a tiny bit of courage, or at least the knowledge that EVERYONE doing cool things is doing […]

Welcome to Pisa, Italy, home of one of the most iconic landmarks in the world! If you’re planning a visit to the Leaning Tower, start with this comprehensive travel guide for Pisa! This beautiful tower has been leaning for over 800 years and has become a bucket list destination for people just to see its […]

The Mekong River in Cambodia breathes with mystery and spirituality. The river has long been revered by the Khmer people, and its sandy banks are dotted with ancient temples and shrines. Local legends abound about the river, from stories of mysterious creatures lurking beneath the surface (like the Mekong giant catfish, which is real and […]

Jokulsarlon Glacier is HANDS DOWN my favorite thing I did in Iceland. Seriously- if you only have time to do one thing, this is it! I really feel like not writing this complete guide to visiting Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon in Iceland would be doing a disservice to society 😅 You can picture it: Massive icebergs […]

Traveling solo is empowering— there’s nothing like the freedom of exploring the world at your own pace and on your own terms! But scams are as much a part of travel as anything else, and when you’re alone, you only have yourself to rely on to spot them. Let me tell you- it’s amazing how […]

Thinking about visiting Chichen Itza? You should. It’s one of the most iconic and awe-inspiring archaeological sites in the world. Once the epicenter of the Mayan civilization, Chichen Itza is one of the most impressive examples of Mayan architecture left in the ancient world. Its iconic “pyramids,” legendary sports courts, and royal palaces are just […]

Traveling solo is a life changing experience, especially for people stepping out of their comfort zone in a huge way for the first time! That’s why I wanted to help you out with a list of the best destinations for your first international solo trip. As a female solo traveler, the factors I always prioritized […]