Planning a solo trip in August and thinking of visiting the gem of Scandinavia? Norway in August is a great choice, and I will share with you why. Norway (which is also my beloved home country) is still vibrant in the late summer, with long daylight hours, festivals, lazy days, and landscapes that will make…
Imagine this: a remote Arctic archipelago in the middle of the ocean where polar bears outnumber humans, the sun doesn’t set for months, and the Northern Lights dance across the sky in winter. And guess what, this is a scenariy well within reach for you. One word: Svalbard! Welcome to Svalbard, the Arctic wonderland north…
Picture yourself strolling through colorful colonial streets, the salty Caribbean breeze tousling your hair as you embark on a solo adventure in one of South America’s most enchanting cities. That is exactly how I felt walking around Cartagena when I traveled solo in Colombia for over a month—I loved it! This is a place where…
As a full-time traveler, I have explored Central and South America for years, and I have to say I’ve had my fair share of adventures across diverse landscapes and cultures. Traveling Colombia for over one month really opened my eyes to the country’s incredible beauty, rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. A definitive highlight…
Unfortunately, Norway has a reputation for being an expensive destination, which, sadly, is not completely inaccurate. So, how do you keep on top of the US Dollar to Norwegian Kroner? Norway is definitely perceived as an expensive country in comparison to many other countries in the world where price levels and income levels are lower…
August is a great time to travel in general, after the summer peak season has cooled off in many places, crowds are smaller, the weather is often pleasant with and prices tend to be lower. So, there is no better time to look at the best countries for solo female travelers to visit in August!…
Ever dreamed of embarking on a Norway solo travel journey to the North Cape, standing at the northernmost cliff of mainland Europe, gazing over the vast Arctic Barents Sea with only the North Pole (and Svalbard) in front of you somewhere? As a native Norwegian, I love being able to introduce you to the magic…
Maybe the single most compelling reason to embark on Grand Cayman solo travel adventures is to bask in the sand and waves of its incredible, picturesque Seven Mile Beach. When I traveled solo in Grand Cayman for over one month, I spent a lot of time on Seven Mile Beach, walking along the crystal-clear waters,…
When you visit Havana, you will notice some people wearing all-white and colorful beads around the city. This has to do with the Cuban Santeria religion. Centuries ago, the African religion Yoruba arrived in Cuba with enslaved Africans, and today, Santeria is a strange mix of Yoruba and Catholicism. While being based in Havana for…
If you are an avid lover of luxury cruising, you are in for a treat as the introduction of Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas will probably take your on-board adventure to unprecedented heights. The Icon of the Seas headed out on its maiden voyage from Miami (one of my favorite cities) in January 2024,…