What is the Best Food Tour in Marrakech? This is It!
Searching for the best food tour in Marrakech? Solo travel advisor, Astrid Clements, shares her own Morrocan food tour experience and insight.
Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor
What Not to Do When Traveling in Singapore
I believe Singapore is one of the safest places a solo traveler can visit, but Singapore has very strict laws and rules that a traveler must know before visiting. Pleading ignorance will not keep you from being arrested! Here is my extensive list of "don'ts" for traveling in Singapore.
Egypt's Must-See Sights For the Solo Traveler: Part One
Egypt is the most fascinating travel destination I have ever explored. The ancient history and culture is so rich that new discoveries and theories continue to be uncovered today.
Globally Give Back with Kiva
We are proud to support the efforts of Kiva, a nonprofit with a mission to create opportunity for people in poverty by forming connections with lenders around the world. We all have dreams, and with Kiva, it is a humbling experience to feel as if you have played a part in helping hard-working people reach theirs.
Rainy Day Fun: Souvenir Shopping in the Plaka
When bad weather disrupted my plans in Athens, I ducked into a souvenir shop to wait out the storm. What happened next reminded why I believe in solo travel and the value that other cultures can add to our lives when we do.
Taliesin West: The Genius of Frank Lloyd Wright
Scottsdale has many interesting things to do for the solo traveler. One of Scottsdale’s unique treasures is Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, a 19th century architectural anomaly. Frank Lloyd Wright is America’s greatest architect.
Scottsdale Souvenir Shopping: Native American Fetishes
Shopping for the perfect souvenir can be challenging. But when you find one that is both meaningful and a powerful reminder of your trip, it makes it all worth it. Read on to find how I discovered my own Native American fetish in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Greek Silver Jewelry and Cultural Symbolism
Athens is a haven for jewelry lovers. During a recent trip to Athens, I visited dozens of jewelry shops and museums and learned how Grecian history and culture are reflected in their stunning, iconic jewelry.
Russian Superstition: Money in a Box
It is always important to be aware of certain cultural practices while traveling, but this Russian superstition is a peculiar one worth noting.
Alexander Pushkin's Study
Alexander Pushkin is considered the founder of modern Russian literature. Read on to discover (yet another) reason why Russia has become one of my favorite travel destinations.