CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Solo Dining Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Guide Posted on November 13, 2018November 16, 2025 What is it about dining alone that makes us scared? Some people won’t travel solo out of fear alone. Well, not me. I actually like eating alone. But I know a lot of people who can’t do it. Is it the memories it conjures up of not being one of… Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Common Travel Problems and how to Fix Them Posted on November 8, 2018November 16, 2025 I love to travel. I probably travel more than most people, but things still go wrong. Miscommunications happen. I’ve arrived a day late for a flight. We’ve left our passports in the hotel safe. I’ve cried in foreign airports and dealt with taxi drivers who tried to stiff me. Travel… Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES The Truth About Travel: You Can Still Come Home An Asshole Posted on October 29, 2018November 16, 2025 One of the most misguided opinions about travel is that it will change you. Especially solo travel. It’s a lie. Some travel is like a diet pill. Travel alone won’t change you simply because you do it; you have to put in some work. You can collect a thousand pretty… Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Traveling to Turkey? Don’t Miss These Powerful Local Essential Oils Posted on October 11, 2018December 20, 2025 There’s long standing history with aromatherapy and essential oils in Turkey– the practice of using extracted natural oils from the flowers, stems, leaves and roots of plants. Their ability to affect well-being can be both psychological and physical. Therefore, it makes perfect “scents” Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Turkish Airlines Long Layover Posted on October 3, 2018November 15, 2025 Free City Tour of Istanbul I love long layovers if it allows me to explore a new city. And Turkish Airlines offers a great perk if you have a long layover Istanbul. They offer ticket holders a free Istanbul tour. It’s a great option if you have at least a… Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Travel with Friends: The Best Tips for Stress-Free, Drama-Free Adventures Posted on September 19, 2018November 16, 2025 Family vacations can be a lot of fun. I dream about romantic places just for me and my honey. But sometimes you need to get away with your girls. Travel with friends is crucial to keeping up those relationships as well as your sanity. Sometimes a girlfriend’s trip can be all you… Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Budget Travel- You’ve Got More Time Than Money Posted on September 12, 2018November 15, 2025 If you’re like me, you’re always dreaming about travel and chasing the sun. However you are resigned to the confines of a budget. And one of the best ways to save money is off season travel. Tips for off season travel proves there is no place on the planet you can’t see with a little planning. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES How to Stay Safe While Flying Posted on September 9, 2018November 16, 2025 One of the fastest ways of spreading disease is to buy an airplane ticket. I read a recent study that says you have a 20% chance to avoid getting sick every time you fly. That means 1 in 5 people are starting their trip under the weather. Apparently, the skies aren’t as friendly as we thought. And airport safety includes protecting yourself from an invisible enemy– the common cold? Read more