Over 6 years of solo trips, I’ve realized that setting firm boundaries isn't about being afraid — it’s about being smart so I can keep exploring with confidence.

I know the idea of solo travel is empowering, but if you live with anxiety, the thought of navigating a new country alone can feel totally overwhelming. 🤯

Guess what? You don’t need to be fearless to travel! You just need a great plan, a soft destination, and a whole lot of self-compassion.

Solo travel in my 20s was about proving I could. Solo travel in my 30s? It’s about proving I deserve to do exactly what makes me happy, without apology. Here are five ways solo travel in your thirties feels truly freeing.

If you’ve ever felt like a "failure" because your trip didn't feel like a movie montage, this post is for you. Here is the unglamorous, messy, and very real story behind some of my most iconic travel memories.

As someone who lives with anxiety, I often imagine the worst before I even step out the door — getting lost, missing flights, awkward moments, safety concerns, you name it. But on this trip, I learned that Athens is not only manageable for solo travelers, but actually comforting in ways I didn’t expect.