Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori, the Chief Travel Officer for Mostly Solo Travel! I created this site for solo (and would-be solo) female travelers. My goal is to inspire your trips, give you practical advice on how to plan, and to ease your fears so you can explore the world on your own.
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Sedona Day Hiking Essentials
Go hiking they said, it’ll be fun, they said! And it is, but there are some hiking essentials you’ll want to bring with you to ensure that your hike is safe and fun! Osprey Daylite Plus Everyday Backpack You’ve got to be able to comfortably carry everything else on this list and I love this daypack because it has a padded back and roomy capacity without being bulky. It’s got a sleeve for a water reservoir (more on that in a minute) and adjustable straps that can make more space for your stuff. LifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle Ever since I picked up E. coli while traveling,…
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Cherry Blossoms Washington, DC 2026 Bloom
Seeing the cherry blossoms in Washington, DC bloom has long been on my bucket list and I was so fortunate to be able to check it off a few years ago! Each spring these pale pink and white blossoms bloom on trees that were a gift from Japan in 1912. Historical DataThe cherry blossoms reached peak bloom on March 28, 2025.The cherry blossoms reached peak bloom on March 17, 2024. The gift consisted of 3,020 trees in 12 varieties and today there are 3,800 trees with two varieties being the most common: the Yoshino Cherry and the Kwanzan Cherry. The National Capital Parks-Central, specifically the Tree Crew, is responsible for…
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Pink Jeep Tours Sedona Arizona
Pink Jeep Tours Sedona, Arizona is one of the most unique and must-do attractions when visiting Sedona. Since its founding in 1960, Pink Adventure Tours has offered off-road adventures that will thrill even the pickiest of travelers. Their iconic pink Jeeps are fully customized beyond just the paint to give a comfortable—and safe—ride in rugged, scenic terrain. Their guides are more than just drivers, with a wealth of knowledge about the land that provides an immersive experience. Booking Pink Jeep Tours Sedona, Arizona Online registration to book your pink Jeep tour is fast and easy via their website. Tours book up quickly, especially on weekends and during the spring and…
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Is Sedona Expensive to Visit? What I spent in 3 days in Sedona, Arizona
Is Sedona expensive to visit? As with most destinations a trip to Sedona can be as affordable or as expensive as you choose. When I was doing my Sedona trip planning I found hotels and rental cars to be on the pricier side, but since I planned to do a lot of hiking, my activities were on the more affordable side. See what I spent in 3 days in Sedona and decide for yourself if Sedona is expensive to visit. Airfare $235.45 Hotel $598.36 Car Rental $238.21 Activities $209.32 Food $227.17 Other $142.36 Shopping $134.97 Grand Total $1785.84 If you like it, put a pin on it!
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12 Tips for Photographing from a Helicopter with the Doors Off
Photographing from a helicopter, especially one with the doors off, can be a fun and challenging experience that yields incredible pictures. Here are my top tips for photographing from a helicopter to make your first time a breeze! Safety First First and foremost: listen to your pilot and all safety instructions. Flying in a helicopter is different than flying in a plane and flying in a helicopter with doors off is different than flying with doors on. Keep yourself and everyone else safe when photographing from a helicopter by following all safety instructions. When It Rains, It Pours Much more so than planes, helicopter flights are weather-dependent, so if you’re…
