Field Notes from the Road
Real stories from the road—wins, weird moments, and the “wish-I’d-knowns.” These posts are my unfiltered take on places I’ve actually traveled, with honest opinions and the simple tricks that help solo women feel confident. Expect practical takeaways tucked inside personal tales, from budget blunders to street-food gold. No fluff, no filters—just the truth and a nudge to go.
How to Actually Enjoy Your Trip (Not Just Post It)
It's easy to spend an entire trip chasing landmarks, perfect photos, and packed itineraries. Here are 10 practical ways to slow down, be present, and create travel memories you'll remember long after you've unpacked your suitcase.
13 Travel Mistakes I've Made After 16 Years of Solo Travel (And How to Avoid Them)
Travel is the best teacher—sometimes the lessons are just expensive. Here are thirteen travel mistakes I've made over the past 16+ years, from booking the cheapest flight to forgetting offline Google Maps, along with the stories that changed how I travel today.
7 Common Travel Insurance Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Buying travel insurance isn’t exciting — but needing it and not having it can ruin your trip. After 15 years of traveling, I’ve seen it all. From cheap plans with no coverage to missed claims and policy loopholes, here are 7 common travel insurance mistakes — and how to avoid them.
How I Get Accommodation for Less (And You Can Too)
Finding affordable accommodation doesn’t mean giving up comfort. From loyalty programs like Wyndham and Choice Privileges to traveling in the shoulder season, I’ve learned the hacks that make hotels, hostels, and even resorts more affordable. Here are my tried-and-true tips.
Hostel vs. Hotels (and Everything In Between)
Hostel or hotel? I’ve stayed in both — and everywhere in between. From learning salsa in a Colombian hostel to camping on the Great Wall of China, every type of accommodation has its pros, cons, and surprises. Here’s what I’ve learned after 15+ years of travel.