Solo travel has definitely had a major shift in recent years. Since my first solo trip to London in 2005, I’ve seen a massive increase in interest and love for this way of traveling. It’s shifted from a niche experience to one of the most popular ways to explore the world. When people ask how I can be so comfortable …
What to Do on Your First Trip to New Orleans I’m a New Orleans native, and one of my favorite things is helping visitors experience the city beyond the typical tourist checklist. Whether it’s your first trip or your fortieth, New Orleans has a way of pulling people back again and again. There’s truly nowhere else in the United States …
Paris is a city that is magical at all times of the year, but depending on your preference of weather and crowds, the timing of when you go can completely change the experience the city offers you. I’ve visited in all of the seasons in Paris, and while they are all wonderful in their own ways, there are major differences …
You’ve never been to Mardi Gras, and now you want to go. It’s one of the most wonderful, chaotic celebrations in the entire world, and it’s calling your name. Because you’ve never experienced it before, it can feel overwhelming (and honestly, even for locals who don’t go regularly), it is overwhelming. Between figuring out parade schedules, routes, street closures, and …
There’s no bad time to visit New Orleans, but there is definitely a perfect time depending on what you’re looking for. If you want a full experience (think Mardi Gras season, packed streets, and nonstop energy) you’ll want to plan around the city’s major events. But if your idea of a great trip is wandering the Garden District, stopping for …
Paris is one of the most sought out travel destinations in the world. That goes for singles, couples, and groups of people. Between the café culture, the endless art (the whole city is a work of art), and its walkability, Paris has something for everyone. Here, I’m going to focus on where to stay in Paris as a solo traveler, …
New Orleans is one of the best food cities in the world. Most people know that. In New Orleans we have loads of amazing restaurants, each fitting the needs of the many palates of its patrons. What one person loves, another person many think is just ok. There are plenty of restaurants I’m glad I went to, but wouldn’t necessarily …
New Orleans is a magnificent place not only to visit, but to live as well. People come here from all over the world to experience the unique culture, the food, music, people, and more. The city offers something to do every night of the week at every energy level. One night you could be putting on your dancing shoes to …
Paris is one of those cities where style feels effortless, but also intentional. Intentionally effortless, if you will. When you’re deciding what you’re packing for a trip to Paris, you’ll quickly realize this isn’t a place for over-the-top outfits or anything that makes you look like you are trying too hard. Some people go this route, and I’ve seen it …
Shopping at the farmers markets in New Orleans has become a habit, even a ritual for me most weeks. I have come to love my weekly visits to either the weekday or weekend markets in the city. My lifestyle has become very intentional, and that includes the way I eat and what I put into my body. The farmers market …
