39 articles tagged with solo travel
Here's the thing about Tuscaloosa: most people only think about it during football season, when the town explodes with crimson and white. But show up on a quiet October weekend when the stadium's empty, and you'll find a completely different...
I'll admit it—when my medical conference in Sioux Falls wrapped up early, Mitchell wasn't exactly on my bucket list. But here's what I've learned after years of solo travel: the unplanned detours often become the stories you tell most. Mitchell,...
Returning to India as a solo traveler felt like coming home and exploring uncharted territory simultaneously. Udaipur—with its shimmering lakes, marble palaces, and palpable spiritual energy—became my sanctuary for a week of deep reflection and discovery. This wasn't just another...
Standing in Pripyat's abandoned central square last spring, my dosimeter clicking softly in my pocket, I realized this journey into the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone was unlike any adventure I'd undertaken. As a network engineer who normally chases perfect weather patterns...
There's something magical about Maine in the fall—when the maple trees burst into fiery reds and golds, and the morning air carries that distinct crispness that makes you reach for your favorite sweater. While Portland often steals the spotlight, Augusta—Maine's...
During my career investigating disease outbreaks across the globe, I've developed something of a sixth sense for navigating unfamiliar transit systems. This skill has served me well in my personal travels, including my recent excursion to Federal Way—a gem just...
¡Hola, viajeros! There's something magical about cities that wear their creativity on their sleeve, and Eugene, Oregon is one such hidden canvas that captured my heart during an unexpected detour last spring. What started as a quick stopover on my...
The moment I stepped into Kumasi's humid embrace, I knew this wasn't going to be your typical African city experience. As someone who's spent years analyzing structural designs across continents, I was initially drawn to Ghana for its remarkable suspension...
When most travelers think of Argentina, Buenos Aires steals the spotlight with its tango-filled streets and European flair. But 300 kilometers northwest lies Rosario, a city that captured my heart during an impromptu weekend getaway last spring. As someone who's...
