I’ll admit, I’m kind of addicted to going on solo adventures. The more I travel solo, the more empowered and confident I become – it’s like a game, where I level-up within myself. Overcoming loneliness, experiencing self-discovery, and making new friends are just a few reasons why I love to travel on my own. As I discussed in my blog post on safety, most people are afraid to travel by…
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7 Adventurous Hikes in the Greater Phoenix Area
Read moreWinter/Spring in Arizona is the best. From January – early April, most days are sunny, mild, and not nearly as dry as you would think it’d be for a desert. Growing up in Colorado, the idea of hiking in 60-degree weather in February was foreign to me until I lived in Phoenix for a winter. It’s safe to say I was hooked. The Valley of the Sun is flat,…
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10 Useful Safety Tips that will Empower Solo Female Travelers
Read moreThe number one question I get asked about van life is, “You travel by yourself?” The next most common question that follows, “Aren’t you scared of being alone?” Sometimes followed by, “Be careful, it’s not safe for women to travel alone.” Both men and women have said this to me, and while I know they mean well, there is a lot of ingrained fear behind it. Don’t get me wrong,…