Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


Learning How to Take Fabulous Photos on Your Smartphone

Learning How to Take Fabulous Photos on Your Smartphone

More and more people are using their phones to document their day-to-day lives, as well as their travels. As a photography (and technology) novice, I decided to take a National Geographic smartphone photography course to amp up my smartphone photography skills! Read about my experience here:

Best Place to Shop for Bargain Designer Brands in New York City

Best Place to Shop for Bargain Designer Brands in New York City

Century 21 is the best place in New York City to get designer brands at amazing prices. Read more about this fabulous department store. 

Where to Buy New Orleans Designer Products? Hattie Sparks is the Place

Where to Buy New Orleans Designer Products? Hattie Sparks is the Place

If you are a solo traveler visiting New Orleans, and you want to find products made by local, independent designers and artists, Hattie Sparks is the place! Known for its polished selection of women’s clothing and beauty items, distinctive jewelry, home accent pieces, gifts, and art, Hattie Sparks provides unique products you’re not likely to find anywhere else!

Magazine Street: Six Miles of Shopping, Food, and Adventure

Magazine Street: Six Miles of Shopping, Food, and Adventure

Magazine Street is a thriving place of commerce, where you will find world-class shopping, great restaurants and classic New Orleans architecture in a relaxed, local atmosphere. Here are our top musts for solo travelers visiting New Orleans!

 

Best Cruises for Travelers Without the Solo Surcharge

Best Cruises for Travelers Without the Solo Surcharge

Most cruises prices are based on double-occupancy, so solo travelers are oftentimes hit with a supplemental fee for traveling alone. However, there are a few cruises and cruise lines with packages that do not include a surcharge for solo travelers. Here are a few of those!

Celebrate Champagne Day in New Orleans

Celebrate Champagne Day in New Orleans

From the Vallée de la Marne to the banks of the Mississippi - join other solo travelers from around the world in enjoying Champagne Day in New Orleans. Check out the best places to celebrate this festive day in New Orleans. 

Royal Street: One of the Most Beautiful & Entertaining Streets in New Orleans

Royal Street: One of the Most Beautiful & Entertaining Streets in New Orleans

While on a solo trip to New Orleans, make sure you check out Royal Street! In our humble opinion, Royal Street is one of the most lovely streets in the city. With ample shopping, noteworthy architecture and entertainment nearly every block, Royal Street will not disappoint!

Louisiana Festivals to Attend Outside of New Orleans

Louisiana Festivals to Attend Outside of New Orleans

Hundreds of festivals and events take place in New Orleans each year, but sometimes, it’s nice to get out of the city. We've rounded up 4 interesting and unique festivals to attend throughout Louisiana. 

The Oldest Department Store in America

The Oldest Department Store in America

I discovered the oldest department store in America while on my Miami to Maine solo road trip. Only true, quality business are able to stay open so long, which is why Hildreth’s in Southampton has stood the test of time.

4 of the Best Places to Stop on a Solo East Coast Road Trip

4 of the Best Places to Stop on a Solo East Coast Road Trip

In preparation for the launch of this website, I decided to look back at some of my favorite moments spent traveling alone in 2015 on my Solo Miami to Maine Road Trip. Here are four of my favorite stops.