Wondering what to do in Tromso, Norway? As someone who called Paris of the North (or Tromsø) home for three years at Uni, I feel above average qualified to tell you all about the best things to do in Tromso Norway for your maybe once-in-a-lifetime visit. Truth be told, the last spring I lived there,…
December is a peak travel time for Americans. With holidays coming up and the year coming to an end, lots of US travelers treat themselves to a well-deserved time-out somewhere away from the daily grind. And as always, some destinations are more popular than others, especially in December! Within the range of amazing December destinations,…
Last night, I sat in my favorite spot in the Lofoten Islands (where I am at the moment), close to a spectacular mountain called Reinebringen, watching a foreign traveler experience her first Northern Lights across the sky. Northern Norway in December is iconic. I meet so many people up north of the Arctic Circle whose only…
I spent some time in Cusco before I started the Inca Trail, which is a wonderful and fun city, it turns out! However, if you’re a solo female traveler like me, it’s natural to ask the question, “Is Cusco safe?” The gateway to the Inca Trail is in itself a dream destination for many adventurers…
Imagine strolling down cobblestone streets surrounded by majestic buildings and twinkling lights, the scent of cinnamon and roasted chestnuts in the air, and the sound of Fado music drifting from cozy taverns – all enmeshed in Christmas lights! Sounds good? I just visited Lisbon for the first time in years, and it was so much…
Picture this: You’re standing atop Mount Fløyen, the crisp Norwegian air filling your lungs as you gaze out over the colorful wooden houses and stunning fjord far below. Definitely an experience that is among the best things to do in Bergen, Norway. As a Norwegian native and passionate solo female traveler, I’ve explored every corner…
As an avid solo female traveler and Norwegian native, I’ve explored my homeland’s stunning landscapes in countless ways over the years. From epic train journeys to wilderness camping, I’ve experienced Norway’s beauty and fierceness from every angle – often solo traveling. But nothing quite compares to my recent awe-inspiring solo adventure along Norway’s rugged coastline…
Welcome to Lisbon, Portugal’s captivating capital that’s tailor-made for solo adventures! I just visited on a mixed trip; I traveled there solo and was able to explore the city alone for a while before I met up with friends and turned the stay into a serious girl’s trip (the best of both worlds, you might say!). Lisbon…
What kind of traveler are you? Are you the one who likes to wing it throughout (because that is “real traveling”), or are you the meticulous planner who gets a dangerously high pulse when something (minor) ruins your perfect itinerary? Truth be told, I am kind of the “wing-it”-type myself. Over the years, however, I have learned…
The sun-soaked capital of Portugal has been stealing hearts for centuries, and not just because of the pastel de nata. If you are wondering, “Is Lisbon Portugal worth visiting?” I’ve got you covered in this article! As a seasoned solo traveler who’s just wrapped up a stint in this enchanting city, I can tell you…