Solo Travel can be scary and overwhelming at any age, especially when you’re a bit older and have never done it. Traveling alone feels like flying without a safety net, so you have to trust yourself, your wits, your research, in the kindness of strangers, and be all in.
I’m going to break it down into simple steps, and guide you out of your comfort zone, thus helping turn your solo travel dreams into reality, and show you how easy, fun and liberating it can be…
Where to begin is the first question to ask when starting on any new venture; on this website, it’s here.
WELCOME page
With an overview of the whole website, you can jump to where you need to be. Furthermore, the FAQ page will address your main concerns with links to relevant articles.
HOME page
This is a fixed page and has a little bit of everything. You will find links to everywhere. Enjoy listening to a meditation, that I created for you, to embower you to go it alone.
TRAVEL GUIDE provides a simple pathway to success in 4 steps.
Therefore, it is the most important section for all my beginners, but don’t feel bad; everyone starts somewhere.
GET STARTED
Firstly, master the basics, decide whether solo travel is right for you, and find out the advantages of going it alone, while you learn the skills you need to go solo, and build your confidence, before you make any decisions, or put down any money.
WHAT NEXT
Once you’ve decided you want to go for it, you will find the nuts and bolts of actual plotting, planning, and booking your dream trip. Furthermore, you will learn how to choose the best trip for you, how to get the best deal, and how to set yourself up for success.
LET’S GO
will prepare you for departure and help you while you’re away. It deals with what to do and how to stay safe, while having fun.
HOME SAFE
is what to do once you’re home, apart from planning your next trip! It’s natural to feel different – you’ll have been changed by the places you’ve seen, people you’ve met, experiences you’ve had.
INSPIRATION
is to provide ideas and inspiration for your travels.
DESTINATIONS
are places I’ve been, with lots of photos, and tips and guides on how to approach different places. Many are in my home base of LOS ANGELES, and CALIFORNIA, and across USA, to UK, EUROPE, and beyond. Check back often, because my focus has been getting articles ready to help you go, rather than focusing on my travels.
AUTHOR is my personal page.
MEET ME
will allow you to learn about me and my background, of why I feel compelled to create this website, a labor of love, for you. I want you to trust me, to know you’re getting honest advice from a new best friend. My dad said, “A stranger is a conversation away from becoming a friend.” Let’s talk…
PERSONAL TRAVEL STORIES
will be little audio stories of my travels – and will be added to regularly.
SELF CARE
is my take on exercise, nutrition, spa stuff, spiritual practices, learning – all the things that keep me sane and healthy
MOVIE REVIEWS
are just for fun. I love movies and friends always ask my opinion. I’m a member of AMC A-list program and see up to 3 movies a week because it’s my happy place. The ultimate solo travel!!!!
CONTACT ME
is the best way to get hold of me! You can subscribe to my email list; I plan on doing a newsletter every 2-3 weeks and will NEVER share/sell your information. Ask me a question, or request to join my private FB page SOLOTRAVELMADEEASY. I want to create a Solo Travel Family; it will be a safe space for people to mingle, and share their worries and wins, and inspire each other. Follow me on IG @solotravel for photos, and @solotravelmadeeasy for specific travel tips and inspiration.
ALL
is my blog page with all articles, and will update automatically.
PORTFOLIO
gives you my favorite travel images. I have used a Nikon 3300 with 18-300mm lens, a Nikon z50 with 18-140mm lens, and my iPhone 7.
WRAP UP
So, that is the website I’ve created for you. I’m not tech minded so it has been an interesting and frustrating journey to bring my vision to life. All words and images are mine unless credited otherwise. Furthermore, I’ve been paid nothing by anybody, so all you will get is my genuine experiences, honest opinions, and unvarnished truth.
Now, you know the lay of the land, browse at leisure. You may realize solo travel is not for you, which is great, because knowledge is power, and will save you money, time and aggravation.
Moreover, if you do take the plunge, you’ll be forever changed by the places you visit, the cultures you experience, and the people you meet. You will be an ambassador for your country in this mad, crazy, beautiful, messed-up imperfect world. You will be humbled by those with less and jealous of those with more. Unquestionably, solo travel has never failed to make me more appreciative of what I have. I love my friends, having a reliable car, a good job that allows me the luxury of going it alone, my gym, a comfy bed, good food, and strong shower pressure!!!!