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Solo Traveler’s Jazz Fest Guide - Getting Around

Solo Traveler’s Jazz Fest Guide - Getting Around

Getting to and from the New Orleans Jazz Fest for the solo traveler can be tricky. Read this blog and get all of my tips on how navigate the transportation issues when attending Jazz Fest alone.

Solo Traveler’s Guide to Jazz Fest

Solo Traveler’s Guide to Jazz Fest

The music, the food, the art - the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is one of the most popular events that takes place in the city. We've put together an Astrid Solo Travel Advisor Jazz Fest Guide with helpful hints, safety tips, and food and drink recommendations for the solo traveler!

Episode 064: Solo Travel on Fremont Street, Las Vegas

Episode 064: Solo Travel on Fremont Street, Las Vegas

Looking for things to do in Las Vegas off of the Strip when traveling alone? Fremont Street is fun, revitalized, and great for the solo traveler. Whether you are in Las Vegas for business or pleasure, make sure to include Fremont Street on your to-do list. Listen to the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, for all my tips about electric, exciting Fremont Street. 

Episode 063: Lovely Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale

Episode 063: Lovely Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale

A visit to Fort Lauderdale, Florida as a solo traveler isn't complete without a visit to Las Olas Boulevard. On my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I visit this unique district and share how Las Olas has become a center of activity and fun in Fort Lauderdale that’s not on the Beach.

South Florida's Coolest Little Beach Town: Hollywood Beach
Episode 062: Miami Architecture and Cultural Touring - Alexandra Bassil

Episode 062: Miami Architecture and Cultural Touring - Alexandra Bassil

Miami has more than just beaches to discover when traveling solo to this fabulous American city. Alexandra Bassil joins us on my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, to talk about Miami and it’s wonderful historic Art Deco architecture. Hear about the vibrant architectural preservation movement in Miami plus all the ways to enjoy Miami's culture when traveling here alone.

 

How to Get Around New Orleans As A Female Solo Traveler

How to Get Around New Orleans As A Female Solo Traveler

From lodging to airfare, a solo trip requires careful planning. Travel and transportation plans are often daunting and tedious, especially if you are planning a solo trip to New Orleans. Read this blog for New Orleans transportation trips when traveling alone to the Big Easy.

Episode 059: The Seine - Soul of Paris plus Dinner Cruising

Episode 059: The Seine - Soul of Paris plus Dinner Cruising

Experiencing Paris as a solo traveler is delightful but key to a great trip is to know what “must do” things you should focus on. A River Seine dinner cruise, padlocks of love, "magical" beaches that appear for the summer... The Seine has history and spectacular sights that are the soul of the City of Lights. On my new solo travel podcast, I investigate the Seine, plus share how to balance "touristy" activities with authentic experiences. 

Episode 057: Off the Beaten Path New Orleans, by Neighborhood

Episode 057: Off the Beaten Path New Orleans, by Neighborhood

New Orleans is a fabulous destination for the solo traveler! I take you on a virtual tour of the Crescent City on my new solo travel podcast--by neighborhood--and give you lots of highlights. As a special twist, I try and share places that you might not always hear about when considering New Orleans travel. 

Smart Money Saving Planning Tips for the Solo Traveler

Smart Money Saving Planning Tips for the Solo Traveler

Taking a solo trip may seem like a daunting task. For some, traveling alone is a far-off dream they can’t seems to conceptualize. Her are a few tips to help you set your travel dreams into motion with a little trip planning and money saving tips.