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. There's something special about a tropical getaway. Walking on sandy beaches, listening to the waves crash, slowing down to island time - it's medicine for the soul. Tonga is the perfect place for just that and your trusty solo female travel blogger is here with a guide on solo female travel in Tonga to take the stress out of planning your own trip. 

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Snorkeling with whales is a once in a lifetime travel experience. Nothing really compares to being alongside something so huge and majestic, especially if you're a nature and ocean lover like me. I put together these Tonga whale swim tips to help you prepare for your tour and make the most of it. I've included the preparation and planning tips, as well as advice for while you are in the water as well. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. You know that here at The Katie Show Blog I'm all about extraordinary travel experiences and, well, it doesn't get much more extraordinary than this. Last week I was fortunate enough to visit the Kingdom of Tonga and swim alongside some giants of the sea. It was an experience that I will treasure forever. I think I picked the best place to go with for the trip so I'm sharing it all with you today in this guide on how to swim with whales in Tonga. It has my solo female traveler stamp of approval too.

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