Trying to choose somewhere to stay in Barcelona as a solo traveller took me ages; the … Solo travel hotel review: La Isla Hostal, BarcelonaRead more
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How to see Barcelona (without hopping on the tourist bus)
There’s nothing wrong with the hop-on hop-off tourist bus, of course – it will take you … How to see Barcelona (without hopping on the tourist bus)Read more
Cheap and free things to do in Barcelona
Barcelona, like many Western European cities, can end up being a pricey break, with entrance and … Cheap and free things to do in BarcelonaRead more
London to Barcelona by train
Tell someone that you’re taking a train trip to another country, and the reaction is pretty … London to Barcelona by trainRead more
In praise of walking tours
I first discovered walking tours when I was on a super-budget short trip to Budapest, Hungary, … In praise of walking toursRead more
Solo travel hotel review: Pod 51, New York City
I did a lot of planning for my solo trip to New York City, wanting to … Solo travel hotel review: Pod 51, New York CityRead more
Should I go to the beach alone?
Sometimes only a beach holiday will do. Culture, famous landmarks and a plethora of activities are … Should I go to the beach alone?Read more
Why my visit to the 9/11 memorial wasn’t what I expected
As soon as I started planning my trip to New York last year, I knew that … Why my visit to the 9/11 memorial wasn’t what I expectedRead more
Five tips for first-time solo travel
Travelling by yourself can be daunting, especially the first time you do it. I’ve been taking … Five tips for first-time solo travelRead more
How I changed my mind about vacation apartments
As a solo traveller, I’d never considered renting holiday or vacation apartments when choosing my accommodation. … How I changed my mind about vacation apartmentsRead more
