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Santorini on a Budget: The Solo Female Traveler’s Ultimate Guide

Santorini on a Budget: The Solo Female Traveler’s Ultimate Guide

Top 10 Things to Do as a Solo Female Traveler in Monteverde, Costa Rica

Top 10 Things to Do as a Solo Female Traveler in Monteverde, Costa Rica

19 Ways to Beat Depression and Anxiety

19 Ways to Beat Depression and Anxiety

How to Make a Travel-Inspired DIY Self-Care Kit

How to Make a Travel-Inspired DIY Self-Care Kit

Cancelled Flight? 5 Easy Steps to Take Now

Cancelled Flight? 5 Easy Steps to Take Now

5 Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday While Solo Traveling

5 Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday While Solo Traveling

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This little slice of paradise is ranked as one of

This little slice of paradise is ranked as one of the top 10 beaches in the world - and you can reach it round-trip for less than $20 🌴 Flamenco Beach, found on the island of Culebra off the eastern coast of Puerto Rico, is a fantastic day trip to take during your stay in PR! 🇵🇷 The best news? Your round-trip ferry ticket + taxi to and from the beach will set you back only $20 or less! 💰 Here's how to do it: 🎫 As far in advance as possible, use the porferry.com website (no other!) to book your ferry tickets from & back to Ceiba ferry terminal. Each way will cost you just $2 + a couple dollars service fee! 🛳️ If it's sold out on your date, log back on 24 hours before you want to go & you will likely be able to find some last tickets! 🌞 Get an early ferry - no later than 9 - so you can enjoy the whole day there. Get to the ferry terminal an hour early, check in, & take a seat before boarding. The ride will take 45 minutes. 🚕 Once you arrive, choose one of the taxis at the port offering a ride to Flamenco Beach for $5. Take note of the driver's phone number so you can call them to pick you up later if you want! 💸 Pay a $2 entrance fee 🌴 Enter & walk down the beach away from the entrance to get part of the beach all to yourself! How beautiful is this beach?! Would you go here? Let me know in the comments! 👇

When you get off the beaten path, you can get rewa

When you get off the beaten path, you can get rewarded with your own little oasis 🌿 [Save this for later! 💾 ] Juan Diego Falls in Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest used to be a well-kept secret, but more and more people are visiting these days 💁‍♀️ From El Portal Visitor Center, drive to kilometer 9.8, and you'll find the trailhead 🚶‍♀️ You can cut out a lot of the crowds by going up to the second waterfall from the very first on a little trail to the right - it requires a little scrambling, so wear some good shoes, but it only takes 5-10 minutes 🥾 The second falls are beautiful, but still might have some people - so keep going across the river that the waterfall feeds, up the steep trail on the left-hand side! 💧 You will definitely get dirty and muddy, but you will be rewarded with cold, clear pools and cascading waterfalls in the middle of the jungle, all to yourself! 🌴 It pays to go the path less traveled 😉 Would you brave the steep terrain and muddy trails to cool off here after a hot jungle hike? Let me know in the comments! 👇

I've felt self-conscious about my face shape prett

I've felt self-conscious about my face shape pretty much ever since I can remember 🙁 Oftentimes my face feels too wide with cheeks that are too chubby, constantly making people doubt whether I'm even over 18 years old (true story) 🎂 I'm embarrassed to admit I've even tried regular face exercises that people on the internet promise will slim your face 🙈 In a world of one-size-fits-all celebrities with slim, slender faces and sharp cheekbones, it's not hard to see how I've internalized this un-inclusive beauty standard, as we're all exposed to these ideas pretty much from birth 💁‍♀️ But then I look to my Scandinavian ancestry and see celebrities from these places with round, full cheeks and a face shape that looks like mine, and I'm reminded that just because how you look isn't represented in mainstream media, doesn't mean you're not beautiful just the way you are 💕 So here's the truth, y'all - YOU are beYOUtiful because YOU are YOU! ❤️ What have you felt self-conscious about that you're learning to love and embrace? Has your journey been smooth or full of unexpected twists and turns? Let me know in the comments 👇

What kind of packer are you - carefully planned an

What kind of packer are you - carefully planned and prepared with plenty of time to spare, or shove everything in your suitcase an hour before your flight? ✈️ I realized that I'm already leaving tomorrow for Puerto Rico! With the whirlwind of this past weekend's migraine fun, I've hardly gotten to prepare and now suddenly it's here before I knew it 😅 I'm usually someone who just packs it all the night before, but as my photography kit has grown and outfits and activities have gotten more planned around it, I've become a bit more carefully calculated when it comes to packing! 🛅 What kind of packer are you? Any tips for pulling it all together super fast? Let me know in the comments! 👇🏼

Thank you all so much for the well wishes over the

Thank you all so much for the well wishes over the weekend! ♥️ Though I am a sufferer of migraines, over the past year my migraines have been relatively well-managed medically 💊 However, this weekend I had a string of 4 migraines, and each time I had to take medicine for it, the risk of side effects increased to the point that I had to be admitted to the ER TWICE 🏥 It was the first time I've had to call an ambulance for myself and needless to say, it was kind of terrifying 🚑 Luckily I was discharged for the second time yesterday and though I'm pretty groggy, the pain is finally gone, and for that, I am SO grateful 🙏🏼 (My arm is a little tired of being poked for an IV though! 😷) I realized through this nightmare though how grateful I also am for this community of like-minded travelers that I've built on this platform! All of your thoughtful messages were so appreciated and made me feel less alone 💕 So what did YOU get up to this weekend? I hope it was better than mine 😅 Let me know in the comments! 👇🏼

Have you ever found yourself wishing you were diff

Have you ever found yourself wishing you were different than who you really are?💁🏼 For most of my life, I've envied those gregarious, extraverted people who can easily be the life of the party 🎉 They talk so easily to every new person, charming them and making everyone want to be their friend 💖 I wish I was naturally bold in social situations and could be that person everyone wants to meet and know - but I've realized I need to accept that's just not who I am, and that's okay 🤷🏼 I tend to step back and listen a lot when I first meet people, getting to know them and their communication style so then I can communicate more effectively with them (this also probably comes from some mild social anxiety) 💬 I also prefer to do that in smaller, more intimate settings - a big rager once in a while can be fun, but I'm definitely more comfortable getting to know others when things are quieter and low-key 😌 The truth is, I can have fun and like to be silly around some close friends, but I also have a serious side. I tend to bring an intensity and commitment to the things that I care about, and while I've come to know not everyone appreciates that, that's okay, too - it's just who I am! ✨ There is one thing I can promise, though - if you truly get to know me, you will have a fierce loyalty unlike any other friendship ❤️ What's something about yourself that you've been learning to accept and love? Let me know in the comments 👇🏼 🔹 Follow along my journey @thefearlesswanderess

BTS ➡️ How I took these shots solo! You might

BTS ➡️ How I took these shots solo! You might be concerned about getting photos of yourself while solo traveling. I know I was when I first started out! 📸 Although sometimes having a partner to snap shots can be helpful, you don't need someone else to get great photos! Here's how I do it: 1️⃣ Set up your camera on a tripod at your location. 2️⃣ Frame the shot you'd like. I like to connect my camera via WiFi Direct connection to my phone to be able to remotely see what my camera is seeing! Then I move around in the frame and experiment with different perspectives, adjusting my camera and tripod as needed until I've got the framing that I love. 3️⃣ Find "interval shooting mode" on your camera and set it up. This will allow you to press the shutter button and get shots every so many seconds while you pose around the scene! I like to do a shot every 3 seconds for about 20 or 30 shots. 4️⃣ Strike a pose! Check the results after each shooting segment and adjust and change the camera and tripod as needed to get different looks. I find I can accidentally end up getting the same-looking shot if I don't consciously think (read: am lazy) about changing the tripod height, camera angle, and/or zoom for each segment, so don't get lazy and make an effort to change it up! 5️⃣ Don't be afraid to throw in a wardrobe change and use accessories and props! For example, my sarong and my sun hat in these photos helped to change things up and ensure my shots were varied. Have you tried a solo photoshoot on your travels? What have you found to be the best way to get amazing shots while solo traveling? Let me know in the comments! 👇🏼

🌸 Give me your best Bali tips! 🌸 As you mig

🌸 Give me your best Bali tips! 🌸 As you might have seen on my stories yesterday, the island of Phuket in Thailand and Bali in Indonesia are both opening to fully-vaccinated tourists as early as next month! 🎉 I'm looking to backpack through a gorgeous tropical destination for a month in August/September before I move to Oxford. I was hoping to do the Philippines, but it doesn't look likely I'll be able to visit without taking up half my vacation quarantining 😕 Yesterday I asked you all whether I should visit Phuket or Bali, and the vote was unanimous: BALI 🌿 Technically, I've actually been to Bali before, back in 2018, but I only spent one day on Bali proper before spending the rest of my short 10 days in Indonesia getting scuba certified on Gili T! 🤿 I did get a few days on Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida as well, but it still felt like I hardly saw anything 👀 So - I need your help!! Give me your best Bali tips, must-sees and must-dos, and most gorgeous instagrammable beaches and jungles in the comments 👇 I'm looking for a peaceful, rejuvenating, active experience that will leave me feeling refreshed and ready to take on my PhD at Oxford this fall! 🎓 🔹️Interested in more? Follow along my journey @thefearlesswanderess

How to safely summit Mount Sinai in Egypt as a sol

How to safely summit Mount Sinai in Egypt as a solo female traveler 🚶🏼‍♀️ Dahab on the Red Sea, or alternatively, Sharm el-Sheikh, is the perfect jumping-off point for summitting Mount Sinai in Egypt! 🇪🇬 I recommend finding some fellow solo travelers at a hostel in Cairo or even a nearby country (I found my crew on Crete in Greece!) who are interested in traveling to the Sinai with you - this will help you feel safer when unfamiliar with the local culture and area 👯 Hostel options may be limited, so rent out a budget hotel room with multiple beds for you and your new friends 🛏️ Then, ask the hotel owner/front desk for their recommendations for a driver to Mount Sinai - they usually have their own personal connections, and it will also help keep someone else accountable for ensuring you get a safe and reliable driver 🚗 Because it's so hot there, you will summit Sinai before the sun even rises. Be prepared to leave at 1 or 2 am for a couple hour ride through the desert. Don't forget to bring a headlamp - this will be so much easier than a hand-held flashlight! 🔦 Once you arrive at the base of the mountain, hire a local guide to take you to the top - I'm not the kind of person who ever gets guides, but it will be nearly impossible to navigate in the dark when unfamiliar with the trail, and we definitely would have gotten lost without one 👣 Then be prepared for a lot of stairs and one of the most magical, spiritual sunrises you've ever witnessed 🌄 Wondering what are the best clothes to bring for a hot climate in conservative countries like Egypt? Click the link in my bio to read tips from one of my most popular blog posts (I visited in June)! 👗 🔹 Follow along my journey @thefearlesswanderess

Oh hey, Monday! 👋 Most of us learn to dread Mo

Oh hey, Monday! 👋 Most of us learn to dread Mondays and accept it as normal to generally dislike our jobs, living every week just for the weekend 💼 BUT WAIT - this doesn't have to be normal!! ✋ You deserve to LOVE what you do and be EXCITED to wake up every day to something that inspires you and allows you to make your own unique contribution to the world 🌎 I've found that solo travel is an incredible way to allow for space to focus on yourself and really reflect on what you want to do in this life that makes you excited for Mondays ✨ Not really sure what you want? Me neither! So take the plunge and buy that plane ticket today. Treat yourself to the solo trip you deserve to create space for reflection. That space might be exactly what you need to start intentionally creating the life of your dreams ✈️ What can you do this week to start moving yourself closer to your dream Monday? Let me know in the comments! 👇

This little slice of paradise is ranked as one of

This little slice of paradise is ranked as one of the top 10 beaches in the world - and you can reach it round-trip for less than $20 🌴 Flamenco Beach, found on the island of Culebra off the eastern coast of Puerto Rico, is a fantastic day trip to take during your stay in PR! 🇵🇷 The best news? Your round-trip ferry ticket + taxi to and from the beach will set you back only $20 or less! 💰 Here's how to do it: 🎫 As far in advance as possible, use the porferry.com website (no other!) to book your ferry tickets from & back to Ceiba ferry terminal. Each way will cost you just $2 + a couple dollars service fee! 🛳️ If it's sold out on your date, log back on 24 hours before you want to go & you will likely be able to find some last tickets! 🌞 Get an early ferry - no later than 9 - so you can enjoy the whole day there. Get to the ferry terminal an hour early, check in, & take a seat before boarding. The ride will take 45 minutes. 🚕 Once you arrive, choose one of the taxis at the port offering a ride to Flamenco Beach for $5. Take note of the driver's phone number so you can call them to pick you up later if you want! 💸 Pay a $2 entrance fee 🌴 Enter & walk down the beach away from the entrance to get part of the beach all to yourself! How beautiful is this beach?! Would you go here? Let me know in the comments! 👇

When you get off the beaten path, you can get rewa

When you get off the beaten path, you can get rewarded with your own little oasis 🌿 [Save this for later! 💾 ] Juan Diego Falls in Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest used to be a well-kept secret, but more and more people are visiting these days 💁‍♀️ From El Portal Visitor Center, drive to kilometer 9.8, and you'll find the trailhead 🚶‍♀️ You can cut out a lot of the crowds by going up to the second waterfall from the very first on a little trail to the right - it requires a little scrambling, so wear some good shoes, but it only takes 5-10 minutes 🥾 The second falls are beautiful, but still might have some people - so keep going across the river that the waterfall feeds, up the steep trail on the left-hand side! 💧 You will definitely get dirty and muddy, but you will be rewarded with cold, clear pools and cascading waterfalls in the middle of the jungle, all to yourself! 🌴 It pays to go the path less traveled 😉 Would you brave the steep terrain and muddy trails to cool off here after a hot jungle hike? Let me know in the comments! 👇

I've felt self-conscious about my face shape prett

I've felt self-conscious about my face shape pretty much ever since I can remember 🙁 Oftentimes my face feels too wide with cheeks that are too chubby, constantly making people doubt whether I'm even over 18 years old (true story) 🎂 I'm embarrassed to admit I've even tried regular face exercises that people on the internet promise will slim your face 🙈 In a world of one-size-fits-all celebrities with slim, slender faces and sharp cheekbones, it's not hard to see how I've internalized this un-inclusive beauty standard, as we're all exposed to these ideas pretty much from birth 💁‍♀️ But then I look to my Scandinavian ancestry and see celebrities from these places with round, full cheeks and a face shape that looks like mine, and I'm reminded that just because how you look isn't represented in mainstream media, doesn't mean you're not beautiful just the way you are 💕 So here's the truth, y'all - YOU are beYOUtiful because YOU are YOU! ❤️ What have you felt self-conscious about that you're learning to love and embrace? Has your journey been smooth or full of unexpected twists and turns? Let me know in the comments 👇