Amanda’s Skyscanner Trip to New York City
Our spontaneous traveler/winner of the Skyscanner contest in December was Amanda from Ohio. She traveled to New York City. Here's her trip report. Continue reading
Pic of the Week: Bonn, Germany
A Solo Travel Society member shares a photo of the lights and attractions of the Pützchens Markt in Bonn, Germany. Continue reading
When the River is Your Highway – tips on cruising
Fresh from my river cruise from Nuremberg to Vienna, here are my seven tips for solo travelers on a river cruise. Continue reading
Solo Travel Destination: Mt. Bromo, Indonesia
A visit to Mt. Bromo, an active volcano in Indonesia, is highly recommended for the adventurous by this Solo Travel Society member. Continue reading
Home for the Holidays? Embrace a bit of solo time.
Whether you're too alone for Christmas or would desperately like a little alone time... here are some thoughts. Continue reading
Pic of the Week: The Wave
This solo traveler was one of the 20 people per day granted admission to hike The Wave and experience this beautiful sandstone formation. Continue reading
Solo Travel Destination: Istanbul, Turkey
This solo traveler was taken with Istanbul's fascinating culture, and recommends experiencing the live music, the Bazaar, the food and historical sites. Continue reading
Making Travel Meaningful
Travel can be a fun. But it can be more than that. Travel can also be meaningful. It can change who you are and how you see the world. Continue reading
Pic of the Week: Vatanappally Beach, India
A Solo Travel Society member shows us the colors and textures of Vatanappally Beach in Kerala. Continue reading
Accommodation and the Distance of a Dollar
You asked for it. In the Reader Survey you asked for more ways to save money when traveling. Here's just one way I'm responding. Continue reading
Solo Travel Destination: St. Andrews, Scotland
I'm stepping in for a change and offering the Solo Travel Destination of the Week. My suggestion this time is St. Andrews, Scotland. Continue reading
Travel: It can make a big man silent.
A good person with a good heart can be in the dark. Mark Twain's comment holds as much relevance today as ever: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.. Continue reading
Pic of the Week: Dancing in Front of the Eiffel Tower
Our Solo Travel Society member expresses her delight at being in Paris and visiting the Eiffel Tower. Continue reading
Give Your Passport Purpose
It's time again for Passports with Purpose, the annual fundraiser organized by travel bloggers. There's lots of great prizes to be had in this online raffle fundraiser. Continue reading
Solo Travel Destination: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik today is a great solo travel destination, offering lots of outdoor activities, history, beauty and great walks. Continue reading
Pic of the Week: Hiking in Nicaragua
This solo traveler is clearly Queen of the World, atop Telica, a volcano in Western Nicaragua. Continue reading
Saving Travel Dollars with Loyalty Programs
Right or wrong, I’ve more or less given up on airline loyalty programs. Right or wrong, I’ve more or less given up on airline loyalty programs. Here's why. Continue reading
Solo Travel Destination: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Visitors to Ubud will not only experience a fascinating culture, but will come away with a renewed spirit, says this Solo Travel Society member. Continue reading
About Janice Waugh and Tracey Nesbitt
I'm an author, blogger, speaker and traveler. I became a widow and empty-nester at about the same time. And then, I became Solo Traveler... Here's the full story. >>
I’m a writer, editor, food and wine fanatic, and traveler. On my very first trip abroad I learned that solo travel was for me. Here's the full story. >>
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2nd edition of The Solo Traveler’s Handbook
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