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Solo Travel Destination: St. Petersburg, Russia

The destination of the week this time is St. Petersburg - more than just a stop on the cruise ship tours. Continue reading

Yikes, my friend backed out! Should I go solo?

There are many, many people out exploring the world solo. Perhaps you're meant to be one of them. Continue reading

Take Neither Camera Nor Notebook – a very short Sunday Travel Poem

Do you live your travels or document them? Do you have the balance right? This short poem evocatively puts the issue in its place. Continue reading

Pic of the Week: Sunset in San Carlos

The incredible colours of a Mexican sunset are captured in this shot of San Carlos, sent to us by a Solo Travel Society member. Continue reading

Travel Memory: It’s 5am and…

A wonderful travel memory from eight months ago helps me manage the stress of now. Continue reading

Solo Travel Destination: Oahu, Hawaii

For a first solo trip, this Solo Travel Society member recommends Oahu, Hawaii for the friendly people, easy transportation, and beautiful beaches and culture. Continue reading

Everything Fantastical Bombastical

Ah, the wonderful character's I've met traveling solo. The lesson from Mr. Bombastic: appreciate your average day. Continue reading

Pic of the Week: Convent Hotel in Venice

A room with a view in a convent hotel in Venice that is lovely to look at from the outside as well. Continue reading

“Baby Please Don’t Go”: how to tell your partner you want to travel solo.

People who see the real benefits of solo travel may be with someone who doesn't. Here are 9 tips on negotiating solo travel with your partner Continue reading

Solo Travel Destination: Florence, Italy

Florence is recommended by this Solo Travel Society member for its gorgeous architecture, art and scenery-and, of course, the delicious gelato! Continue reading

Chatting About Solo Travel on the Amateur Traveler Podcast

Talking solo travel... the recording of my interview with the Amateur Traveler. Continue reading

What If This Road – the Sunday Travel Poem by Sheenagh Pugh

I'm not sure if I agree fully with Sheenagh Pugh. Is it the road that presents surprises or the way in which we approach life? Continue reading

Pic of the Week: Antigua, Guatemala

A woman just happened to walk by as this street scene in Antigua was being photographed by a Solo Travel Society member. Talk about timing! Continue reading

Dining Solo: A Confession and a Discovery

Dining alone can be a bit intimidating for some solo travelers. But if you push yourself, there is much to enjoy! Continue reading

Solo Travel Destination: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Cabo San Lucas comes highly recommended by this Solo Travel Society member for the leisurely pace, beautiful scenery, and friendly people. Continue reading

Welcome Home Mom

Putting life and travel in perspective. Continue reading

The World Won’t Miss You for a While – a Sunday Travel Poem by Kathryn Simmonds

Take a moment for yourself. The world will keep on spinning. Continue reading

Pic of the Week: Living Root Bridge, Nongriat, India

This shot of an incredible living root bridge in Nongriat, India was taken by a Solo Travel Society member as he crossed over it. Continue reading

One-Day Tour of Edinburgh

Short on time and money? This one day tour of Edinburgh does the city justice. Continue reading

Solo Travel Destination: Amalfi Coast, Italy

From the Island of Capri to the steep cliffs of Amalfi to the ruins of Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast comes highly recommended by 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. >>

Tracey Nesbitt 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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