Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


Gardens and Greenspaces of New Orleans

Gardens and Greenspaces of New Orleans

In New Orleans, you can walk down any residential street and see a courtyard garden that is worthy of being on a magazine cover. From live oaks, to tropical hibiscus, New Orleans is a garden lover's paradise. Here are our favorite New Orleans gardens: 

Episode 026: Saint Petersburg Art Routes Wrap Up, Part II

Episode 026: Saint Petersburg Art Routes Wrap Up, Part II

Many solo travelers never consider St Petersburg, Russia as a trip destination. Listen to this episode of Solo Travel Talk and hear all about the amazing things you can experience when traveling alone in Saint Petersburg. We are confident that you are going to want to visit this magnificent Russian city after this solo travel podcast episode!

Celebrate Bastille Day in New Orleans

Celebrate Bastille Day in New Orleans

In celebration of our French heritage, New Orleans will host a wide variety of French-related events on Bastille Day! Ranked the 3rd best Bastille Day festival in the world by Reuters.com, this is one special occasion that is a treat for travelers and locals alike!

Episode 025: Saint Petersburg Art Routes Wrap Up, Part I

Episode 025: Saint Petersburg Art Routes Wrap Up, Part I

St Petersburg, Russia has a fabulous cultural history and a vibrant current day scene. The Art Routes Saint Petersburg excursion was a glorious success, and on this episode of Solo Travel talk, I introduce Saint Petersburg as a select, must-visit destination for the solo traveler. 

Experience The San Fermin (Running of the Bulls) in New Orleans

Experience The San Fermin (Running of the Bulls) in New Orleans

Ever dreamt of attending the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona? Here's your chance! Well, sort of. The San Fermin en Nueva Orleans is a more local (and safer) alternative to the Spanish festival.

Want an Affordable Shopping High? The LA Fashion District is the Answer!

Want an Affordable Shopping High? The LA Fashion District is the Answer!

The LA Fashion District is where it is happening in the American fashion world. Affordable, cutting edge style with many goods made in America are what make this one of the best places to shop in LA. If you’re visiting LA looking for quality products at reasonable prices, this is it!

4 Louisiana Small Towns With Rich History, Culture and Lore

4 Louisiana Small Towns With Rich History, Culture and Lore

With old homes and charming downtown drags, Louisiana small towns are a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of New Orleans. If you’re looking for a day or getaway from New Orleans, rural Louisiana my have more to offer than you think!

Episode 021: Solo Travel Myths Debunked!

Episode 021: Solo Travel Myths Debunked!

Many misconceptions about solo travel linger in many peoples minds. In the newest episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I examine some of the most common and persistent myths about traveling alone. Listen as I debunk many of the ill conceived ideas people get wrong about going solo. 

Creole Tomato Festival: A Quirky New Orleans Tradition

Creole Tomato Festival: A Quirky New Orleans Tradition

The Creole Tomato Festival is your chance to get a taste of a local delicacy, along with a myriad of culinary masterpieces that feature this almighty staple of Creole cuisine. This quirky, fun New Orleans festival is a great way to mix up the typical trip to the city!

Episode 020: Slow Can Be Super

Episode 020: Slow Can Be Super

Slow travel for the solo traveler made a bit of an introduction in our recent TIMING IS EVERYTHING solo travel podcast episode,Episode 17, and we thought the slow travel topic for those traveling alone deserved a little more discussion. On this episode of Solo Travel Talk, I discuss the positives of diving deep into the culture and more when traveling solo to one place instead of many destinations on your next trip.