Have you ever considered Beijing, China as a solo travel destination? You certainly will after listening to my new podcast episode on Solo Travel Talk where I profile this fascinating city and what an interesting place to visit when traveling alone.
Shopping on Magazine street is a definite must-do activity for the solo traveler visiting New Orleans. While on magazine, be sure to stop at SoSusu Boutique, which has quickly become the New Orleans fashion destination for stylish women with the desire to make a remarkable impression.
Thinking about going on a road trip alone? If you feel the call of the highways, byways, and interstates as a solo traveler, this solo travel podcast is for you. Road trips are a special kind of journey, and might be a perfect venture for the solo traveler.
24 hours in New Orleans is not nearly enough, but if you're here for a layover or just passing through, a day is plenty to see, eat, and dance your way through New Orleans. Here is Astrid Solo Travel Advisor's guide for a quick trip to the Crescent City:
Ahhh Venice! For the solo traveler, just thinking about this magical destination breeds wanderlust. However, Venice is expensive, so finding an affordable, luxury, boutique hotel in this city can be a challenge. I discovered The Hotel Ai Mori D'Oriente on my last trip, and found that was a superb choice. Read my review for the details!
Whitney White Linen Night is an event that occurs every year around Labor Day in the New Orleans Warehouse District. This is the Warehouse District’s chance to show off NOLA’s thriving art scene, and your chance to experience a true NOLA block party!
Knowing the dos and don'ts of another culture before you leave on a solo adventure can make your solo travel experience more comfortable and allow you to engage more deeply with the place you are visiting and it’s people. Listen to my new solo travel podcast episode explaining why it is important to know the particular cultural do’s and don’ts of a place as part of your pre-trip preparation.
Coolinary Month is a chance for eager diners to try out a new spot, or revisit an old favorite without breaking the bank. Starting Aug. through Aug. 31, over 80 New Orleans restaurants will offer summer prix-fixe brunches, lunches and dinners!
Thinking about traveling solo to Venice, Italy? In this episode of Solo Travel Talk be prepared to be swept away by this uniquely, fabulous city as I profile Venice as a destination for the solo traveler. Listeners will get all my solo travel recommendations and tips for experiencing the best of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic.
In New Orleans, you can walk down any residential street and see a courtyard garden that is worthy of being on a magazine cover. From live oaks, to tropical hibiscus, New Orleans is a garden lover's paradise. Here are our favorite New Orleans gardens:
