The Slope of Terror

You know how they always advise us not to hike alone on isolated paths? Well, I definitely found this out the hard way when I was in Shirakawa-go in Japan. Pair this together with someone who has a very wild imagination and you have a scene right out of a thriller flick or so I…

Sick while Traveling Alone

On account that I have been sick for the past few days, I thought that it was quite appropriate to put this up. And well, because I am a bit tired from coughing my lungs out so this is to distract me from being cranky and doped up with medicine. I have been pretty fortunate…

Solo Travel is not always Lonely

Surrounded by more than 10 other people on top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, I have never felt more awkward and lonely than that 3 hour climb up the bridge. I was alone among couples and families, even the solo travelers had paired up with each other, except for me. I plodded on, determined to…

Tips for Solo Beach Travel

I’m heading out to a beach soon!!! I’m super excited for this because March and April are just crazy at work. I am in desperate need of rejuvenation but I will need to wait for May. As this will be a solo trip for me again, I thought to share my tips on traveling alone…

Worst Kind of People to Meet on Solo Travel

So, I have to say that this is simply my own opinion and I shall give the other party the benefit of doubt. The joy of travel is definitely enhanced by meeting all kinds of people with different personalities and characters. On solo travels, the people you meet can easily define your travel experience, making…

The Art of Eating Alone when Travelling

…is to pretend! Eating alone is all about pretending and ignoring everyone else! Pretend you are confident and not feeling self-conscious of eating alone. Don’t hide behind your book or phone, food is meant to be savored and enjoyed without any distractions. Look around, make up stories about the people around you. I do this…

Solo travel in Korea

Solo travel can be great fun. Doing it in Korea was an interesting as well as daunting experience. I travelled in Busan and Seoul on my own before and with friends on other occasions. Being alone forces you out of your comfort zone. You can’t rely on your friends for companionship or advice, you have…