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 Hotels in New Orleans with Pools (Local Picks for Every Traveler)

Having a pool at your hotel in New Orleans seems like a must in the summer months, doesn’t it? The heat and humidity can make sightseeing exhausting without a place to cool off. I don’t discourage anyone from visiting New Orleans at any time of the year, but the warmer (ok, scorching hot) months come with some warnings. Water from …

What to Wear in New Orleans

New Orleans, my hometown. Fashion, one of my favorite topics. I’m so excited to combine the two in this blog for you and help you dress in ways that allow you to enjoy New Orleans the most. Growing up here, I never realized what a destination it was. The way we are raised here is very unique to how other …

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 …

Why is New Orleans so Haunted?

I’ve lived in New Orleans most of my life, so ghosts are simply part of the landscape for me. They aren’t novelties reserved for ghost tours. And they aren’t new to me or anyone from New Orleans. Some people are bigger believers than others, but we all know New Orleans is on the haunted side. People come here to experience …

Authentic New Orleans Experiences: My Favorite Things to Do as a Local

Having lived most of my life in New Orleans, I would consider myself somewhat of an expert on my city. When I went into real estate in 2011, it became even more so because I got to know many parts of the city that I would have likely never have known. People tend to stay in their bubbles – in …

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 …