From The Journal
Stories, guides, and insights to inspire your next solo adventure.
How to Plan Your First Solo Trip (Without Feeling Overwhelmed)
How to Plan Your First Solo Trip (Without Feeling Overwhelmed)
By Delia Tiu There is a feeling I cannot fully translate from Romanian. We call it un nod în gât, a knot in your throat. That mix of excitement and fear sitting right there, between your chest and your words, refusing to move. I feel it every single time I leave...
Is Solo Travel Safe for Women? The Honest Answer
Is Solo Travel Safe for Women? The Honest Answer
By Delia Tiu Every woman I know who has thought about travelling alone has asked this question. Sometimes out loud, sometimes just to herself at 2am while looking at flights she is too scared to book. Is it safe? I know the fear feels bigger than that. I see...

