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New Orleans Fried Chicken Fest: Free Food, Music and Fun

New Orleans Fried Chicken Fest: Free Food, Music and Fun

Don’t miss one of the best New Orleans free festivals, the Fried Chicken Fest, when you are considering traveling to the Crescent City. Celebrity chefs, famous musicians, lots of delicious fried chicken and more awaits the lucky solo traveler who makes it a point not to miss this fun festival in the Big Easy.

How to Spend A Day in New Orleans as a Solo Traveler

How to Spend A Day in New Orleans as a Solo Traveler

A day in New Orleans is not nearly enough, but if you're here traveling solo for a layover or just passing through, 24 hours is enough time to see, eat, and dance your way through key things to do in the Crescent City. Here is Astrid Solo Travel Advisor's guide for a day trip to the Big Easy.

Episode 086: Top 20 Mexico City for the Solo Traveler

Episode 086: Top 20 Mexico City for the Solo Traveler

Mexico City is a fabulous destination for the solo traveler. I share my Top 20 Things to Do in Mexico City when traveling alone on the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk. Listen, Learn and get inspired to make Mexico City a must-visit place for you!

Magazine Street: A Goldmine of Things to Do in New Orleans

Magazine Street: A Goldmine of Things to Do in New Orleans

One of the South's most recognized thoroughfares, Magazine Street street is a six-mile journey filled with nearly every type of shop, restaurant and bar imaginable. If you’re looking for things to do on your next solo trip to New Orleans, check out this list of our favorite stops on the iconic Magazine Street.

 

Episode 083: Wine Tourism and Sonoma County's Wine Road for the Solo Traveler - Beth Costa

Episode 083: Wine Tourism and Sonoma County's Wine Road for the Solo Traveler - Beth Costa

Looking for a wonderful solo trip to the California wine country? Beth Costa joins us on my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, to share valuable insights about wine tourism as a solo traveler and tips for a solo adventure in gorgeous Sonoma County, California!

Things to See and Do as a Solo Traveler in Atlanta

Things to See and Do as a Solo Traveler in Atlanta

In recent years, Atlanta has seen an influx of young people moving to the city, and they are bringing a new wave of culture and innovation with them. Atlanta is ripe with all kinds of entertainment, fun attractions, and great food - making it the perfect destination for a solo trip. For a few solo travel suggestions, read this post!
 

Episode 082: Joseph Toone San Miguel de Allende History and Culture Walking Tours

Episode 082: Joseph Toone San Miguel de Allende History and Culture Walking Tours

San Miguel de Allende is one of the BEST destinations in the world for the solo traveler. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage City with someone who lives there! Joseph Toone joins us on my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk to share his unique perspective on this fabulous artist colony. Listen and enjoy the adventure!

Episode 081: Top 10 (with a bonus) San Miguel de Allende

Episode 081: Top 10 (with a bonus) San Miguel de Allende

San Migue de Allende is a fascinating destination for the solo traveler. On this episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I share my Top 10 things to do for this artist colony city, and even sneak in a bonus must-see. Listen, Learn and Pack Your Bags!

Episode 080: Solo Travel Inspiration on Social Media

Episode 080: Solo Travel Inspiration on Social Media

Social Media is a valuable inspiration resource for the solo traveler. Social media platforms can offer a wealth of photos, ideas, and tips-- if you know where to look. On the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I cover the major social media platforms and how solo travelers can use them.

See Some of NOLA's Best Art at White Linen Night

See Some of NOLA's Best Art at White Linen Night

Get ready for a good, old fashioned New Orleans block party! Sponsored by Whitey Bank, Whitney White Linen Night is a chance for the Warehouse District, which has distinguished itself as being New Orleans's art epicenter, to show off NOLA’s thriving art scene.