With the pandemic-induced work-from-home movement, I decided to spend a week in Tulum working from there by myself. I had no real reason to be home in New Orleans, and I hadn’t been out of the country in over a year (which kills my soul a little to think about)
Category: Solo Travel
‘A How To Guide To Hitting Your Travel Bucket List Goal’ From Ambassador Olivia!
Ambassador Olivia Tati walks us through 5 tips for how to hit your travel bucket list goal.
Sail Aloha: An Interview With Ambassador Willie!
This summer William Woodward shifted gears and decided to take to the waters for some reflection, introspection and distance from the life he was accustomed to. Now that he is back, we sat down with him to get the scoop on how his endeavor changed, challenged and impacted him. What was the influencing factors that…
10 of The Most Gorgeous Solo Hikes To Add To Your Bucket List!
Because sometimes, you just want to get away from it all. Heading out on an adventure and knowing that you are solely in control of where you camp, when you stop, and what you eat can be a thrilling feeling. “Solitude is so rare in this day and age that it can be really powerful…
Heading To The Uintas? Check Out This Trail Report!
Trail: Highline Trail, High Uintas, UT Distance: 31 miles Submission: Brent Umphlett Difficulty: moderate Duration: 5 days Rating: 4/5 stars On September 20, 2018, I started a backpacking trip into the High Uintas Wilderness Area from the Highline trailhead, my first attempt at a solo backpacking trip. On day 1, I set up camp at…
5 of America’s Best Mountain Towns
There are so many great options in the United States to choose for your next adventure. So let’s narrow it down a bit and look to the mountains. Mountain towns are fun: enthusiastic outdoor scene, hidden gems, local breweries, and culture. Each town has a unique personality and once you figure out which one matches…
The WURL: 35 Miles of Ridge Scrambling
While this blog does an alright job of conveying some of the emotions and struggles encountered during this objective, however, I would highly encourage you to check out the video at the bottom of this page does a great job of showing what it was really like. Thanks for taking the time to read this
The AT Thru-Hiker’s Decision: Get Back on Trail or Call it Quits
Gretchen Pardon was one month and more than 270 miles into her Appalachian Trail thru-hike when she realized she had to leave the trail. It was March 23, less than two weeks after the World Health Organization had officially declared COVID-19 a pandemic, when she walked into the city of Hot Springs, NC expecting to…
Why You Should Experience Canada By Train
Experiencing Canada by train means someone else plans the itinerary, and you can sit back and enjoy the view. Solo travelers, partners, and families can all find options to fit their budgets and time constraints. From weekend trips to journeys across the entire country, there’s something for every kind of traveler.
How to Choose the Right Bag for Carry-On Only Travel
Here’s what to look for if you’re in the market for a bag you can carry on with ease.