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Liverpool Museum: slavery then and now!

Traveling to Liverpool and visiting the museum took me to three continents and four centuries. That's the wonder of travel. Continue reading >>

Solo Travel Destination: Mani Peninsula, Greece

The Mani Peninsula in Peloponnese, Greece is recommended by this solo traveler as a friendly, safe destination with fascinating architecture and caves. Continue reading >>

Grenada: My Top 4 Taste Experiences

Grenada, the Isle of Spice, presents many interesting taste experiences for the solo traveler, from fancy cocktails to tasty seafood to homey chocolate cake. Continue reading >>

Bare Minimum Packing

Packing lists are the key to packing light. Most people have trouble with this but, in my opinion, it's an important skill for the solo traveler. Here's how to do it. Continue reading >>

Pic of the Week: Jerash, Jordan

This photo places the ancient Corinthian columns of Jerash against the clear blue sky of Jordan. Continue reading >>

10,000 Hours to The Beatle’s Story

Visiting The Beatles Story museum in Liverpool was a romp through a magical mystery tour. Reflecting on it brought Malcom Gladwell's book on outliers in greater focus. Continue reading >>

Solo Travel Destination: Morocco

From camel treks to an argan oil collective to sea kayaking to camping out in the Sahara, this solo traveler recommends touring Morocco. Continue reading >>

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Safety Principle #5

A solo travel safety tidbit is what remains with me a week after seeing The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Continue reading >>

The December 2011 Fave Five

So? What did you miss? Here are the five most popular posts on Solo Traveller in December - yes, with British spelling in honour of the #1 post last month. Continue reading >>

Pic of the Week: Stonehenge, England, UK

It's not always easy to include yourself in travel photos. This solo traveler took a mascot to Stonehenge to show that she was there. Continue reading >>

Victorian Graffiti at Edinburgh Castle

Of all my travels in 2011, here is the smallest detail that held the greatest intrigue for me. Continue reading >>

Solo Travel Destination: Singapore

Singapore is recommended by this Solo Travel Society member because of the efficient public transport, delicious food, great shopping and friendly people. Continue reading >>

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