5 Reasons To Travel Solo
Do you automatically assume you’ll travel with a companion when you think about a trip? You’re not alone—according to a survey by Agoda, most respondents said they preferred to travel with someone. Though that may be the case, there are plenty of reasons why solo travel might be the better option for you, whether you’re looking to save money or simply want the freedom to do what you want when you want. Here are five things to think about if you’re on the fence about traveling solo. 1. You’re in Control One of the best things about solo travel is that you call all the shots. You move at your own pace, change your plans on a whim and choose precisely what activities you want to do without compromising with anyone else. This is especially beneficial if you enjoy traveling spontaneously or like to go off the beaten path. When…
5 Ways To Make The Most Of Traveling
My Bite-Sized Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Your Trip Traveling is the best way to explore new places and cultures. It can be challenging, but you can make it a lot easier on yourself by ensuring you’re prepared for possible issues. To help you get on your way and make the most of traveling, here are a few tips! 1. Have A Plan It’s a good idea to have a plan before you leave. Ensure that it is achievable and enjoyable. Decide where you want to go and what you want to see. Map out the places you want to visit and how you will get around. 2. Set a budget Determine how much you can afford. Then, decide how much money you are willing to spend and what things are worth spending more money on. This will help you stay within your means and not overspend. 3.…
Zihua Love Affair
I’m in love. I’ve changed my flight date out of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo so many times. Hopefully, I can stick to the one I just booked. It’s just so hard to leave. My mind keeps telling me it’s time to leave, but my heart is telling me to stay and see what will blossom from this new love affair. However, I have so much that has to be done back home in the states. Besides, I wasn’t even supposed to be in Mexico for this long! I should have been somewhere in South America by now! I couldn’t help it! Uggh! LOVE. I fell hard. I’m still falling in love every day. Saying goodbye is going to be so hard. If I didn’t have to take care of things back home, I’d be tempted to stay a little longer. The current global health situation has made it even easier to change my…
Friendless When Traveling
I’m totally in love with solo traveling, but once in a while I like to sit and have a drink or lunch with another person. Sometimes, just striking up a conversation with a local can end up in a walk to the coffee shop across the street. Other times, it may seem impossible to find a lunch or coffee partner. During those seemingly impossible times, there’s a really simple fix! You know the saying, “There’s an app for that”? Well, it’s true! The Couchsurfing app is an excellent tool for meeting up with other travelers looking to hangout with like minded individuals. You can hang out with as many people as you want if you’re all in close proximity and agree on a time and place. Couchsurfing has a ‘Hangout’ feature that uses location services to find other travelers in the same general area. It also has a feature for…