Cappadocia, Turkey may not be at the top of your travel bucket list, but it should be! It’s a magical place for solo travel (and group travel) and is unlike anywhere I’ve been before. Perhaps one of the most unique things about Cappadocia is that much of the town was carved out of the mountains, […]

Wondering where to stay in Hoi An, Vietnam? Picture this: You step out of your quaint, sunny bed and breakfast to the bright green countryside. You’re about to take a gentle bike ride, lazily waving wildflowers and rice fields flashing past, into the charming ancient town down the street. You may take a walk on […]

Hostels are an awesome budget housing option for solo travelers, couples, digital nomads, and groups of travelers. And before I lose you because the word “hostel” sounds dirty (and would send your parents into a panic): Yes, I’ve seen Taken. Yes, I am a health and cleanliness freak. Yes, I think obsessively about the safety […]

One thing most people expect in Italy is mind-blowing food, and for good reason. How can you make sure you get to experience it? Look out for these signs that a restaurant in Italy is a tourist trap!  Italy has all the saucy, fluffy, flavorful, and authentic pastas, breads, pastries, and cheeses that you could […]