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  • Travel Type
    • Disney
    • Hot Air Balloons
    • Overwater Bungalows
    • Safari
    • Solo Travel
  • Destinations
    • Africa
      • Kenya
      • Tanzania
        • Zanzibar
    • Asia
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Maldives
      • Thailand
    • Caribbean
      • Anguilla
      • Antigua
      • Aruba
      • Bahamas
      • Barbados
      • Bonaire
      • Cayman Islands
      • Cuba
      • Curacao
      • Dominica
      • Dominican Republic
      • Grenada
      • Guadeloupe
      • Jamaica
      • Montserrat
      • Puerto Rico
      • Saba
      • St Barts
      • St. Kitts and Nevis
        • Nevis
        • St. Kitts
      • St. Lucia
      • St. Martin
      • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
      • Sint Maarten
      • Trinidad and Tobago
        • Tobago
        • Trinidad
      • Turks and Caicos
    • Central America
      • Belize
      • Costa Rica
      • El Salvador
      • Guatemala
      • Nicaragua
      • Panama
      • Roatan
    • Europe
      • France
      • Germany
      • Iceland
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Sweden
    • Middle East
      • Dubai
      • Qatar
      • Saudi Arabia
    • North America
      • Mexico
      • United States
        • Alabama
        • Arizona
          • Sedona
        • Arkansas
        • Florida
        • Hawaii
          • Big Island
          • Kauai
          • Lanai
          • Maui
          • Oahu
        • Idaho
        • Nevada
          • Las Vegas
        • New Mexico
          • Albuquerque
        • New York
        • Oregon
        • Tennessee
          • Memphis
        • Washington
        • Washington, DC
    • South Pacific
      • Fiji
      • French Polynesia
        • Austral Islands
        • Gambier Islands
        • Huahine
        • Islands of Tahiti
          • Bora Bora
          • Moorea
        • Marquesas Islands
        • New Caledonia
        • Tuamotu
  • Resources
    • Pre-trip to-do list
    • Safari Guide
  • About
    • About
    • Connect
    • Published Work
  • Shop
Travel, Travel Tips

The Travel Essentials I Can’t Live Without (After 20 Years of Solo Adventures)

After 20 years of solo travel, I’ve learned a few things: you don’t need nearly as much stuff as you think, safety and comfort are priceless, and the right gear…

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October 1, 2025
  • Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
    Disney,  Florida,  United States,  Walt Disney World

    The Ultimate Guide to Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes: Luxury, Relaxation & Adventure

    Welcome to Luxury: Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes If you’re looking for a dreamy escape where elegance meets adventure, let me introduce you to Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. Located in Florida, a key destination for luxury experiences, this isn’t just a hotel; it’s a full-on luxury experience nestled within 500 acres of stunning natural beauty at the headwaters of the…

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  • Featured,  Japan

    The Best Tokyo Kimono Rental: A Guide to Your Traditional Experience

    When visiting Japan, one of the things I was super excited about was doing a Tokyo Kimono rental and photo session! Spoiler alert: the photos turned out super cute and I’d do it again in a heartbeat! Renting a kimono or yukata can be a delightful and memorable experience, offering a unique way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture. Most…

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  • Europe,  Italy,  Lucca

    8 Amazing Things to Do in Lucca, Italy: A Hidden Gem in Tuscany

    Why You Need to Visit Lucca, Italy Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Lucca is a quintessential Tuscan city known for its charming medieval walls, which are among the best-preserved in Italy. Unlike its more touristy neighbors, Florence and Pisa, Lucca offers a more relaxed, authentic Italian experience. This medieval city is famous for its well-preserved Renaissance walls, cobblestone streets,…

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  • Europe,  France

    How to Go to Paris for Free: How I Did It – And How You Can Too!

    Paris—the capital city of France, the City of Light, the land of croissants, the ultimate bucket list destination. But let’s be real: it’s also expensive. A trip to Paris can cost thousands of dollars between flights, accommodations, and daily expenses. However, what if I told you that you could go to Paris for free—or at least very close to it?…

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  • Travel Resources,  Travel Tips

    TripIt Review: How This Free Travel App Keeps Me Organized on Every Trip

    If you’re anything like me, you’re always juggling multiple trips at once. Between flight confirmations, hotel bookings, car rentals, and dinner reservations, travel planning can quickly get overwhelming. Instead of endlessly searching through emails for confirmation numbers and itineraries, you can forward your booking confirmations to TripIt (not sponsored!) and automatically create a comprehensive itinerary for your entire trip, allowing…

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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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