It turns out, a “fine” hotel can put a really negative spin on a trip if it feels unsafe. As I said in my post about bad reviews , there were a lot of things about this hotel’s design and staff practices that lead to creeping feelings of unease, and concern for my safety. Continue reading How Hotels Can Make Themselves Safer for Solo Female Travellers
Honesty is the best policy—but I hate being negative. A super unsafe hotel situation has forced me to ask—when am I willing to come forward with important traveller information? Continue reading When Is a Bad Review a Good Idea?
Solo travel can be awesome. But it can also be lonely.
I’ve found that there are a few ways to feel less alone while travelling solo—for a short time, or for multiple days, depending on what you’re seeking. Continue reading Six Ways to Cultivate Community While Travelling
How will the recession impact the travel and tourism industry—and our wallets? Continue reading How I’m Travelling Cheaply As We Head Into A Recession
I’ve taken books on many trips, and I’ve found there’s a formula for books that really enhance a trip—and others that just end up being dead weight in my luggage. Continue reading The Best (and Worst) Books For Travelling
Brussels is the perfect place to visit for introverts and foodies; the culture, the walks, and the shopping made it an amazing city break! Continue reading What I Loved About Brussels, Belguim
Tipping is one of those things that makes me nervous while travelling.
I understand that in different cultures, there are different practices. You’ve got to respect the customs of the place you are, despite what your personal preferences are.
But here’s the thing: that minute when you set down your card or cash, and the waiter takes the bill away…if I’m somewhere I’m not familiar with, that’s a high-anxiety moment for me. Have I tipped too much? Too little? Have I offended the server in the amount I’ve given? Continue reading My Tipping Point: How To Tip Internationally
Traditionally, I hate my birthday. It’s not the getting older bit; it’s the fact that in adulthood, I never feel like I’ve gotten it juuuust right. Continue reading Hate Your Birthday? Take a Trip
I’ve been on the travel side of Tiktok for a while now, and while there’s a lot of good advice out there, there are some weird ones out there. Here are 3 travel “hacks” that you couldn’t pay me to do… Continue reading Avoid These 3 Weird Travel Hacks
We’ve all been there; a flight is delayed or cancelled, there’s an unexpected medical incident abroad, or you’ve been pickpocketed on holiday. This is why travel insurance is important; but so often, we untick the box that will ensure we’re covered. After you’ve dealt with the immediate aftermath of an emergency, you might be wondering—now what? First: don’t panic. If you have traveller’s insurance, contact … Continue reading Navigating Travel Emergencies: Options Without Insurance
No Small Wander 