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Solo not Selfish: “Secure your own oxygen mask first…”

Published September 28, 2011 | By solotraveler
Is solo travel selfish? It's been suggested on occasion so I decided to address it head on - with the help of 16 members of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook. Continue reading >>
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Traveling The World in Film – part I

Published September 26, 2011 | By solotraveler
Every year I travel the world through films I see at the Toronto International Film Festival. - then I review the films for you. Here are the first eight from this year's festival. Continue reading >>
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Found in Translation

Published September 12, 2011 | By solotraveler
With the help of the Solo Travel Society, here's a wonderful treasury of words for which there are no true equivalent in English. Continue reading >>
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I’ve Been Rehearsing for this Role my Entire Life

Published August 26, 2011 | By solotraveler
People assume that I'm an extrovert. I'm not. Here's how I grew into the role of a solo traveler. Continue reading >>
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A Virtual Car Rally to Prizes

Published August 24, 2011 | By solotraveler
Going to Europe or the UK? Based there and want a holiday? Park Inn by Radisson has a contest that could get you hotel nights and more. (Sponsored post) Continue reading >>
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Blurred Borders: My home in the World

Published July 18, 2011 | By solotraveler
As I travel the world I see glimpses of my home country. And when I'm at home I see glimpses of the world. Our borders are blurred and I think for the better. Continue reading >>
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Solo Travel in Toronto: The World in One City

Published July 11, 2011 | By Tracey
We solo travelers take our culture out to the world, and others bring theirs to us. Over time, there is a blurring of borders. Toronto is a perfect example. Continue reading >>
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You. Alone.

Published June 20, 2011 | By solotraveler
You alone, traveling... it's a powerful experience. It helps you work on higher-order needs as Maslow described them. Continue reading >>
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Your View or Your Way of Viewing: which does travel affect more?

Published May 25, 2011 | By solotraveler
""The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” What doyou think about Marcel Proust's statement? Continue reading >>
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Ten Reasons Students Should Travel Solo

Published May 11, 2011 | By Guest
Summer break is the perfect time for students to give solo travel a try. Here are ten reasons why. Continue reading >>
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My feet and a Computer. A blog and a book.

Published May 4, 2011 | By solotraveler
Yes, there's a book in the works. The Solo Traveler's Handbook. It's for those who love and those who long to go solo. Please, have a read to learn more. Continue reading >>
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Going alone: travel, my personal Legend and Jordan

Published April 30, 2011 | By solotraveler
It's the 2nd anniversary of Solo Traveler. Time to look back and consider whether this I am pursuing my personal legend. The last the Personal Legend theme on Solo Traveler. Continue reading >>
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Home is Where Your Heart is.

Published April 23, 2011 | By solotraveler
This post is from my personal journal. Traveling solo is wonderful but it is always nice to return home. Home, where the people you love - and therefore your heart - reside. Continue reading >>
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Recovering from Loss by Following a dream.

Published April 16, 2011 | By solotraveler
Another in our "Personal Legend" series. This time a beautiful story about recovering from loss through travel. Please have a read. Continue reading >>
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Solo Travel and Four Obstacles to Your Personal Legend

Published April 6, 2011 | By solotraveler
Living the life you were meant to live - the life of your dreams - is not always easy. But it is possible. This post kicks off April's theme: solo travel and pursuing your personal legend. Continue reading >>
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How to help Japan by giving locally – #Blog4Japan

Published April 2, 2011 | By solotraveler
The earthquake and tsunami in Japan have been devastating. Knowing the best way to help can be confusing. Todd provides reliable information on local charities to help with relief. Continue reading >>
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Begging schemes: the Price of Admission?

Published March 26, 2011 | By solotraveler
A self-deprecating story and some serious thoughts - all on begging. Continue reading >>
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Solo Travelers: 10 Reasons to Read The Alchemist

Published March 16, 2011 | By solotraveler
Solo traveler, are you living your dreams? Are you creating your personal legend? Please have a read of this and then read The Alchemist. Continue reading >>
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Recommended: Travel solo for pure, childlike fun.

Published March 7, 2011 | By solotraveler
When was the last time you had fun like a kid. You laughed for pure physical fun not intellectual funny. Please have a read. Continue reading >>
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Money and Travel: when to make and when to break the budget

Published March 5, 2011 | By solotraveler
Money. Here's an interpretation of money that could help you travel more. Continue reading >>
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