In early 2024, I traveled to Southern California to spend four days in San Diego to escape the chill of a northeastern winter and soak up some sun. While I’ve spent time in most of California’s other major cities, I'd never visited San Diego before, and was unsure what to expect. … [Read more...] about Four Days in San Diego: The Highlights
Chicago Architecture Highlights: 5 Must-Dos
Several American cities hold a special place in my heart, but when it comes to indulging my appreciation for great architecture, Chicago stands head and shoulder above its peers. This Midwestern city, with its rich history and occasionally tumultuous past, is also home to some seriously gorgeous buildings and innovative structures. So on a recent solo visit, I took the … [Read more...] about Chicago Architecture Highlights: 5 Must-Dos
The Best Time to Book a Flight
What’s the best time to book a flight? Search the internet for guidance on buying an airplane ticket and you’ll get all sorts of advice. Buy early on a Tuesday. Buy two months before your planned travel dates. Buy during a full moon on days ending in “y.” Okay, I made that last one up. My point? There’s lots of information available about the best time to book a flight, but … [Read more...] about The Best Time to Book a Flight
Big City Travel Tips
City travel can often feel overwhelming: the sights, the sounds, the people rushing by. All this activity, light and movement is a feast for the senses, but it’s easy to feel overcome by it all. And while safety is usually the number one concern for solo travelers, there are many other things to consider to make your big city experience a successful and enjoyable one. Having … [Read more...] about Big City Travel Tips
The Getty Villa: A Southern California Treasure
Each time I recall my recent visit to Southern California, the hours I spent at the Getty Villa near Malibu stand out most. As a lover of the California coast, art, and being outdoors, the gorgeous art museum couldn't have been a more perfect way to spend a day in Los Angeles. Built in the early 1970s in the style of a first century Roman house--complete with an open … [Read more...] about The Getty Villa: A Southern California Treasure