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
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Solo Travel Roadtrip: Finding a Cheap One-Way Car Rental
I get a lot of questions about my road trip last summer, in which I flew into San Diego and drove to Seattle solo. Many people would love to try something similar, but there's one hurdle they simply can't seem to get over: how to find a cheap one-way car rental. Since we're entering road trip season here in the U.S., I thought I'd share some of my own tricks and tips for making … [Read more...] about Solo Travel Roadtrip: Finding a Cheap One-Way Car Rental
Solo Travel Tips: 5 Things to Look for in Lodging
In my years of traveling solo, I’ve stayed in all sorts of lodging, from a tent at the edge of a beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands to some pretty swanky digs (by my standards) in Savannah, Georgia. Each time I’ve traveled, I’ve come away with a new appreciation for how different amenities have specifically met my needs as a solo traveler. Room service, cushy king-sized beds, and … [Read more...] about Solo Travel Tips: 5 Things to Look for in Lodging
5 Reasons It’s Okay to Love the Manneken Pis
When I arrived in Brussels I had no fixed plans. I had prepared myself to walk around and simply explore and find the city’s treasures on my own. However, there was one well-known attraction that didn’t interest me in the least. Call me stuffy or call me a prude but at no time did I have any intention of seeking out Brussels’ most famous resident: the Manneken Pis. … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons It’s Okay to Love the Manneken Pis