Solo Travel Tips, Thoughts/Writing »

[13 Feb 2013 | 26 Comments | 4,815 views]
Reflections on Solo Travel

Why do women like solo travel? There are A LOT of reasons, but primarily, it’s because of our freedom to be when we travel alone.

Blog Carnival, Europe »

[6 Feb 2013 | 47 Comments | 4,027 views]
The Most Romantic Places in Europe

There are a lot of beautiful cities in Europe. In the February 2013 edition of the Carnival of Europe, however, 24 bloggers share what they consider to be the most romantic places in Europe.

Europe »

[3 Feb 2013 | 30 Comments | 2,958 views]
Snapshot Sunday—Love Locks in Europe

Attaching love locks in public places in Europe is a custom done by lovers to symbolize their eternal love for each other. Take a look at some of the more interesting ones I’ve seen.

Europe, Greece »

[24 Jan 2013 | 63 Comments | 5,105 views]
Remembering the Unforgettable Beauty of Santorini

Santorini is beautiful, yes, but what I can’t forget is how it welcomed me with open arms and gave me the respite I had needed for a long time.

Guest Post »

[19 Jan 2013 | 14 Comments | 2,281 views]
3 Mistakes to Avoid on Family Vacations

In this guest post, freelance writer Stef Gonzaga recounts the lessons they learned in planning their first family vacation to Singapore and Malaysia.

Blog Carnival, Thoughts/Writing »

[16 Jan 2013 | 18 Comments | 1,831 views]
Of Meaningful Travels and Other Resolutions

No matter what happens in 2013, there’s only one thing I can say: I am moving forward. I’m moving on.

Europe, Italy »

[13 Jan 2013 | 12 Comments | 2,317 views]
Snapshot Sunday—The Spiral Staircase at the Vatican Museum

There are thousands of beautiful artworks in the Vatican Museum. Not all are on display as such, though. Even its spiral staircase is a work of art!

Guest Post »

[10 Jan 2013 | 13 Comments | 2,566 views]
Confessions of a Sometime Solo Traveler

In this guest post, software engineer and travel blogger Chris Christensen shares why, despite liking traveling alone, he’s only a sometime solo traveler.

Asia, Itineraries, Vietnam »

[6 Jan 2013 | 5 Comments | 1,252 views]
Snapshot Sunday—A Day at the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens

If you have at least 3 hours free in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, don’t miss out going to the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens. It’s well worth a visit!

Guest Post »

[4 Jan 2013 | 14 Comments | 1,472 views]
Going Solo for Archaeology Travel

In this guest post, archaeologist Thomas Dowson tells why he likes traveling solo on his trips to archaeological sites all over the world.

Thoughts/Writing »

[1 Jan 2013 | 16 Comments | 2,859 views]
The 12 Best Stories of 2012

Happy new year! I have rounded up the 12 best stories of 2012 from Solitary Wanderer. Check them out!

Blog Carnival, Europe, Featured »

[27 Dec 2012 | 89 Comments | 6,781 views]
Bittersweet Memories of my Solo Backpacking Trip in Europe

I backpacked for 70 days in Europe, covering 9 countries and 25 cities. It was more than just a solo trip though. It was a journey to heal my broken heart.

Asia, Philippines »

[24 Dec 2012 | 28 Comments | 2,501 views]
Traditional Christmas Celebration in the Philippines

Christmas is a very important season in the Philippines. Here’s how we celebrate it, the traditional way.

Guides and Tips »

[19 Dec 2012 | 12 Comments | 3,925 views]
How to Find Cheap Flights

How do you look for cheap flights when you travel? I use the flight search engine Skyscanner, and it has always shown me the best deals in ticket prices.