What are the biggest fears you have when it comes to solo travel? When I'm chatting with people, one of the most common ones that comes up is safety - which is why I try to share a lot of safety tips on my blog. Another one is just that fear of being lost somewhere by yourself. I want to chat about that today, so here's my guide of practical, real talk tips on how to overcome the fear of getting lost while traveling solo.

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Whether you're thinking about jumping into your first solo trip or a seasoned soloist looking for a good read, there's something here for all my solo travel loving friends. These books are the top books I think every solo traveler should read. Some offer wanderlust filled escapism, some teach valuable behavior and psychology lessons, and best of all, they're helpful in their own way to prepare you for solo adventures. Here's my guide to 5 books every solo female traveler should read (and one you should write.) Happy reading!

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You hear all sorts of things when you tell people about your plans to travel alone, especially as a woman. Today I've asked a bunch of travel bloggers to share some of the craziest solo travel reactions they've heard. These women have heard all these things and still been able to enjoy some awesome adventures around the world. So, if anything, I hope it's a good reminder to not let the opinions of others get into your head because, sure, maybe solo travel wouldn't be a good idea for them. But you're not them.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Is there a point to this post? Who knows. But today I wanted to talk about what traveling solo while married is like, what to expect, and answer the big question - is it OK to do?

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UPDATED FEB 2020. If you are here for some real talk on solo traveling, then you've come to the right place. Today I'm talking about developing a solo travel mindset. I'll be sharing 5 things you need to get over before you start taking solo trips. These things are my thoughts about some of the common traps people get into when they start. Most of them are just mindset traps that we fall into. I think shifting our perspective on these can help you have a fun and, most importantly, safe time traveling. If you've been thinking about diving into solo travel, I hope they can help in some way.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Honestly, this is probably one of the trickiest things to do as a solo female traveler. Especially if your hotel is not close to the beach where walking back and forth is convenient. What are you meant to do with your stuff? Today I'm sharing tips on how to keep your valuables safe at the beach as a solo female traveler.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. When you travel to a conservative country, it's important to take a few more considerations when it comes to what you wear. It's a way to show respect for the culture you are visiting as well as limit negative attention. In my experience, if you make an effort to show respect, you are likely to have a better vacation. Here's my guide on what to wear in conservative countries if you are a female traveler. I traveled to the places I mentioned solo, but the same guidelines apply to non-solo travelers as well. If you have any questions, just let me know.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Even though solo travel, and especially solo female travel, is becoming increasingly popular, it's still a somewhat unusual concept for a lot of people. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what it's like. Today, we are talking about 7 myths about solo travel that need to be busted. If you've been wanting to try a solo travel adventure of your own but aren't sure what to expect, I hope it will give you a better idea of what it's actually like. I'm sure I missed some, so if you have any others to add, just leave it in a comment. 

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UPDATED FEB 2020. We all want a photo memory of our memorable life experiences. One of the challenges of traveling solo is getting nice travel photos that actually include you in them. Here's my guide on how to get photos as a solo female traveler. I'm sharing the methods I use the most, as well as some that I don't use so you have a few options to choose from. Find what works for you and if you have any questions or more tips, just pop them in a comment.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Hands up if you've told someone about your solo travel dreams and been met with comments about how you shouldn't do it because if you do, you'll be killed/kidnapped/beheaded/mugged/raped and/or any other super scary thing. Does that sound familiar? I know I've heard these things a million times. I've heard it all, even 'don't go there you'll get gang-raped by immigrants'. Sometimes those voices can get in your head and make something that you dream of doing seem scary. Sometimes these voices can stop you from doing the thing you want to do. Today I am here to empower you. We are going to be talking about how to get the courage to travel alone when these doomsday voices are all around you.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Fun fact, I'm super shy, very much introverted, and always a bit awkward. Sometimes people are surprised that I love to travel alone so much, but I think it's perfect for introverts. Think about it, you get lots of quiet time for yourself. It can be challenging though to balance the love of alone time with wanting to meet people while you're traveling. Today's post is full of tips on solo travel for introverts to achieve that balance.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. No Valentine? No problem. Travel is always there for you. Here's a guide to 5 relaxing breaks for solo travelers who want to treat themselves to a little 'me time'. These feature the things we all want - a mix of relaxation, adventure, good food, and quality alone time with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. Ok, maybe I can't promise the last one, but these places can tick the other boxes (3 out of 4 ain't bad right?)

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UPDATED FEB 2020. If you have been on a solo trip, or even brought up the idea of going on one, then I am sure you are familiar with the ‘world is a scary place’ comments that go with it. They’re not wrong either. The world can be a scary place and unfortunately, bad people do exist. That shouldn’t stop you from living a full life and exploring the world though. While you can’t stop bad people from doing bad things, you can reduce the likelihood of it happening to you. Prepare for your adventures with this jam-packed guide of real-world solo female travel safety tips that put the control back in your hands.

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UPDATED DEC 2019. Facing challenges is an important part of life and personal growth. Today I want to share some of my thoughts about it because it has been on my mind lately. Challenges have a powerful ability to shape us. Well, I suppose it's our response to the challenges that have a powerful effect on our minds. Hopefully, this post can remind you of the importance of facing challenges, or fears, and inspire you to continue to step outside the scary place known as the comfort zone. If you already do this in your daily life, join in and offer some stories or tips in the comments.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Solo adventure?!? I can hear you already. *Celine Dion's 'All by Myself' begins playing in your head* Now, now, breathe in, breathe out and read on. It's not as scary as you think - and not as dramatic as Celine makes it seem! It sounds weird to some people but I love to go on adventures by myself. Today, I'm sharing my top tips for solo adventure in this post. I hope it can help you plan your own safe and memorable solo adventures

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