20 Popular Desserts in France

France is a country that people flock to for all kinds of reasons, and their food scene is at the top of those reasons. Their desserts are legendary, and I am positive you can name more than a few if you think about it. Despite them not being nearly as sweet as American desserts, they are absolutely delicious and regarded …

22 Foods to Eat in France

France is one of the most influential culinary destinations in the world. The country’s whole culinary repertoire, from the infamous croissant to ratatouille, has helped shape the way people cook around the world. Meals and foods in France are precious to their culture, making it that much more important to understand when you’re partaking in a dining experience there. The …

My Solo Trip to Paris: What I Learned Traveling Alone

My first solo trip to Paris was pretty wild. It was mid-COVID, no one knew proper procedures, and it felt a little like the Wild West. I was determined to get back to my soul city, though, and I made it happen. I’d been to Paris other times with people, but this time I went on my own, and I …

The Best European Christmas Markets for Solo Travelers

Attending the European Christmas markets is now something I do each year during Thanksgiving. Ever since my first trip, I decided that this would be an annual tradition for myself, as it brings me so much joy. Aside from the first trip, which was a wonderful group trip, I have gone on my own because I simply love the atmosphere …

Things to Know Before Traveling to Europe: Tips for First-Time Visitors

Traveling abroad, particularly for the first time as an adult, can be overwhelming. If you’re trying to plan the trip on your own and you’re unsure of how to do it right, your experience can quickly turn sour. While people like myself think one of the most fun parts of the trip is the planning stage and to spend hours …

How to Get Around Paris

Traveling to Paris as often as I do has given me plenty of opportunities to figure out the best ways to get around the city. Because Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world, understanding your transportation options before you arrive can make your trip far more enjoyable. Paris has an incredibly efficient public transportation system. And …

Best Boutique Hotels for Solo Travelers in Paris

I’ve been traveling to Paris as a solo traveler for years now and personally stayed in every hotel on this list. I have tried many, many types of accommodations, and have settled on the fact that central Paris boutique hotels are the right fit for me. I’m thinking that if you’re reading this, you feel the same. Paris is a …

11 First Time Solo Female Travel Destinations

I’ve been solo traveling for over twenty years, and I feel like I’m only just getting started. My first solo trip was on a whim when I lived in Atlanta, and I took off to London for a week by myself. Though it’s hard for me to remember the details of all of it, I had my camera and my …

Is Paris Safe for Solo Travelers?

The opportunity to take a solo trip is one that I encourage everyone to do at least once. Not only are you discovering a new place or destination, you are also discovering things about yourself. The relationship with you is the most important one you’ll ever have, and traveling solo is fast track to getting to know just who you …

What to Pack for International Travel

My love for traveling abroad started at age twenty when I took off for Europe for a month with a friend. The entire trip was a shit show, and it was the most perfect shit show a twenty year old could want. My generation of Americans did not grow up traveling abroad like other countries and cultures, so I had …