I went to Puerto Rico back in March, just five or six months after Hurricanes Irma and Maria hit. Leading up to the trip, I wasn’t sure if I should go. Would there be water, food, electricity? Would we be getting in the way of the recovery efforts? Would it be safe? Only after my
People often say to me, “I wish I could travel more, but… “I just don’t have the money…” “You’re fearless… I could never do that…” “Aren’t you worried about being lonely?” If you’re one of those people, please hear me when I say, “You are not alone.” After numerous solo trips, I have come face
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tiffani Emery, a high school math teacher in Seymour, Indiana, about her very first solo travel experience. I spoke with Tiffani just days after her return from New Orleans, and she was full of incredible insights and personal observations. So many, in fact, that I couldn’t figure out
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tiffani Emery, a high school math teacher in Seymour, Indiana, about her very first solo travel experience. I spoke with Tiffani just days after her return from New Orleans, and she was full of incredible insights and personal observations. So many, in fact, that I couldn’t figure out
At Her Bags Were Packed, we’re not just about travel; we’re about helping women overcome and release emotional baggage to live, love, and travel lighter. This week, I’m excited to have Jamie share the story of her first real, big adventure, and how it helped her overcome her anxiety and low self esteem. If you’re interested
Last week, I shared with you my “Solo Travel Guide,” five challenges or activities to help ease you into solo travel. In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing stories from inspiring women about their first experiences with solo travel, along with advice and insights from experienced solo travelers. To kick that off, I reached out
Many women say they’d like to try out solo travel but are nervous because they’ve never done it before. They aren’t sure if it’s safe, worry about what others might think, and fear they won’t like themselves when they get all alone. If you can relate to these incredibly common fears and concerns, you are
This weekend I’m doing something a little out of the ordinary — for my first time, I am taking an international extended weekend. While I’m always excited to go on an adventure, this trip is extra special for me because of the destination — Amsterdam. The first (and last) time I was in Amsterdam was
I’m walking through the Milano train station trying to find the ticket agent. Everything is normal. I have a plan, and everything is going according to that plan. I look around and see people going about their business — professionals, families, backpackers… I am aware of my surroundings, and nothing is out of the ordinary.
Sometimes I tell travel stories and sometimes I offer travel tips. Other times, I tell stories about life and love, pursuing your dreams, and getting your heart broken. Today, it feels as though I am doing a little of all of that… On my first day in Rome, I went on a walking tour with
