Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


Episode 065: 10 Tips for Experiencing New Orleans

Episode 065: 10 Tips for Experiencing New Orleans

I love New Orleans! Not only is New Orleans a historic and grand place to visit, it's fabulous for the solo traveler. On the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I share my top tips for visiting the Cresent City, plus explore some of the nicknames New Orleans has picked up over the years! 

Episode 063: Lovely Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale

Episode 063: Lovely Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale

A visit to Fort Lauderdale, Florida as a solo traveler isn't complete without a visit to Las Olas Boulevard. On my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I visit this unique district and share how Las Olas has become a center of activity and fun in Fort Lauderdale that’s not on the Beach.

South Florida's Coolest Little Beach Town: Hollywood Beach
Episode 057: Off the Beaten Path New Orleans, by Neighborhood

Episode 057: Off the Beaten Path New Orleans, by Neighborhood

New Orleans is a fabulous destination for the solo traveler! I take you on a virtual tour of the Crescent City on my new solo travel podcast--by neighborhood--and give you lots of highlights. As a special twist, I try and share places that you might not always hear about when considering New Orleans travel. 

Episode 056: New Orleans Tricentennial

Episode 056: New Orleans Tricentennial

There are so many wonderful events planned to commemorate the New Orleans Tricentennial for the solo traveler to experience. I share some highlights of this 300 Year Commemoration on the new episode on my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk. Listen and get inspired by the Crescent City's milestone birthday!

Planning Your Solo Trip to New Orleans Mardi Gras

Planning Your Solo Trip to New Orleans Mardi Gras

Planning a trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras? Here are our tips for planning your solo trip, including the best affordable luxury places to stay near the parade route, and how to get around New Orleans!

Five Films Based On or In New Orleans to Get You Inspired to Travel to The Big Easy

Five Films Based On or In New Orleans to Get You Inspired to Travel to The Big Easy

A natural movie set since 1718, New Orleans, often dubbed "Hollywood South", has been the setting of countless films over the years. If you are traveling solo to New Orleans, stream these five films based on or in New Orleans and understand more fully why this city is so magical.

Episode 051: Pick Your Paris Theme

Episode 051: Pick Your Paris Theme

Most successful solo travel trips have a focus. I created a fashion and a Lady’s theme for my recent trip to Paris, and you can, too! Hear all about my Style and Fashion focused trip on my new solo travel podcast episode, and get inspired to craft your own themed Paris visit. 

5 Reasons Why New Orleans is the Perfect Solo Travel Destination

5 Reasons Why New Orleans is the Perfect Solo Travel Destination

New Orleans is unlike any other city in the world, and it deserves a spot on your bucket list. If you have any concerns about visiting New Orleans as a solo traveler, read this post on 5 reasons why we believe New Orleans is the perfect solo destination

Episode 050: Your 2018 Solo Travel Planning Guide - Paris

Episode 050: Your 2018 Solo Travel Planning Guide - Paris

When traveling to Paris solo it is important you plan your trip well so your adventure alone will be a good one.Listen to the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, and be swept away what you should do on a solo trip to the City of Lights. Get my best Paris tips and find out why I think Paris is perfect for solo travelers.