Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


Astrid's New Orleans Gift Guide For Him

Astrid's New Orleans Gift Guide For Him

If you find yourself traveling solo to New Orleans during the Holiday Season and you are still looking for the perfect gift for the lucky guy in your life? Shop local this holiday season and give him a gift from a New Orleans brand or boutique!

Best New Orleans Happy Hour for Solo Travelers

Best New Orleans Happy Hour for Solo Travelers

Looking for the best New Orleans Happy Hours when traveling alone to the Crescent City? Here is a list of 5 of New Orleans’ favorite restaurant hangouts from classic to cool casual that are well suited for the solo traveler

Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner in New Orleans as a Solo Traveler

Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner in New Orleans as a Solo Traveler

If you are traveling solo to New Orleans during Thanksgiving and want to eat a traditional Holiday meal at a solo friendly restaurant, here is my list of the 11 Best Restaurants in New Orleans for a memorable Thanksgiving meal.

Episode 093: When to Book Your Flight - 10 Tips

Episode 093: When to Book Your Flight - 10 Tips

Flight Booking tips can save the solo traveler money when purchasing airline tickets. On the new episode of my solo travel podcast, I share insights and tips about booking your flights, some of the resources I use, websites, plus when to book your travel. Listen to learn more!

Frenchmen Street, New Orleans Spot for Authentic Music and Fun
Halloween in New Orleans: The Most Haunting Party of the Year

Halloween in New Orleans: The Most Haunting Party of the Year

Second only to Mardi Gras when it comes to costumes, revelry, and an overall good time, Halloween in New Orleans is the most haunting party of the year! Plan to spend your next Halloween as a solo traveler in New Orleans, the most Haunted City in America

Seven U.S. Cities to Visit on a Solo Adventure
Top Safety Tips for the Female Solo Traveler - New Orleans

Top Safety Tips for the Female Solo Traveler - New Orleans

Be smart, be aware, and be safe when traveling alone in New Orleans. If solo travelers do these things and follow the safety tips we've detailed for you, solo female travel in New Orleans should be a piece of cake.

Episode 091: 20 Solo Friendly Cities

Episode 091: 20 Solo Friendly Cities

What characteristics make a city well-suited for someone traveling alone? In this episode of my solo travel podcast, I discuss important things to look for when choosing a solo travel destination as well as my choices for the top 20 most solo friendly cities in the world.

The Best Hotels in New Orleans for Female Solo Travelers

The Best Hotels in New Orleans for Female Solo Travelers

A hotel can make or break a solo traveler's trip to New Orleans. Taking into account safety, location, and price, we’ve put together a list of the best hotels in New Orleans for the female solo traveler.