A quick Google search about solo travel reveals just how fulfilling a solitary trip can be. Although there are benefits to traveling alone, it may not be the right fit for everyone. iPhone albums full of selfies, dinners alone, and the need to make decisions on your own are just a few things to consider before you plan your next…
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When the relocation is done, how do you find your people? After almost 20 years in Toronto, my partner’s job took us to Prague and then (16 months later) to Uppsala, Sweden. It goes without say that the years it took to cultivate solid friendships in Canada were not available to me and I had to get creative! Here are…
It is always fun to embark on a brand new experience and take a vacation to explore new destinations. It is easy to get lost in that excitement and more often than not, travelers may forget that their health and safety are paramount. There are some tons of general safety tips for avid travelers, but if you are an adventurous type that…
On Jessie Galioto-Grebe’s first day in Belfast, Northern Ireland, the Denver resident felt a litany of emotions – she got lost, was hungry, tired and jet lagged, not to mention a little overwhelmed. There may have even been some tears. But all of this preceded what would become a journey not just across the Pond, but one of personal growth…
Traveling to a far away place without any friends or family sounds daunting. And it can be. However, travelers who’ve gone solo say that it lends them perspective and also helps them to have more confidence in themselves; it’s a test that can be exhilarating to pass.