The Blog Archive
Where You Can
Find All of
My Posts in One Place
Welcome to the Travel HerStory Blog Archive
This is where you’ll find nearly 200 helpful travel guides from Europe and North America, all written by a solo female traveler who’s personally visited 38 countries over the last decade!
Here’s where you’ll find:
- City guides
- Day-by-day travel itineraries
- List of things to do
- Where to stay & neighborhood guides
- How to get around & downloadable maps
- Solo female travel advice
- Tourist card reviews & savings calculators
- Packing guides
- Guidance on how many days to spend
- Film tourism
- Literary travel
- Hostel & hotel reviews
- Planning tips & templates
- Comparisons & honesty on what’s worth visiting
- Day trips
- Restaurant recommendations
- Safety suggestions
- Must-have tech & apps (with offline capability)
- Luggage, camera, & anti-theft product reviews
…and much more.
Let’s start planning your next adventure!
✍️📍 Start Here
How to Plan an International Trip on a Budget: An Efficient Step-by-Step Guide
Planning an international trip on a budget feels overwhelming when you’re trying to find cheap flights, avoid tourist…
How to Use Google My Maps to Create an Itinerary in 9 Simple Steps
Before I discovered Google My Maps, my trip planning looked like a Google Doc full of attractions, with…
Viator vs. GetYourGuide: Which Is Better for Booking Tours? An Honest Review
Trying to decide between Viator and GetYourGuide before your next trip? I’ve spent five years booking through both,…
44 Things to Do Before Traveling Internationally + Free Downloadable Checklist
Ever stood at airport check-in only to discover you won’t make your flight because you chose poorly when…
👱♀️✈️ Solo Female Travel
How to Travel Alone for First-Timers: Advice for Women on How to Enjoy It
Thinking about taking your first solo trip but feeling paralyzed by the “what ifs”? It’s perfectly normal to…
Is Solo Travel Lonely? Sometimes—Here Are 5 Tips for Coping With It
Is solo travel lonely? The answer—yes, sometimes. That’s the honest truth. It’s not always about dancing like no…
13 Pros & Cons of Solo Travel You Need to Know Before Booking—Female Traveler Advice
Considering whether solo travel is for you or not? You’re not alone. I get asked this constantly as…
The Best Solo Travel Destinations in Europe: A City-By-City Guide
Planning a solo trip to Europe and feeling overwhelmed about which city is safe and enjoyable? I see…
Planning a Solo Trip: My Step-by-Step Guide for Female Travelers
Planning a solo trip, particularly as a woman, can feel overwhelming. You’re juggling transportation, figuring out which tours…
How to Meet People While Traveling Alone: 10 Ways I’ve Tried and Succeeded With
Five years ago, I met up with a fellow solo traveler from Bumble BFF in a Barcelona bar…
30 of the Best Apps for Solo Travelers: Safety, Savings, Community, and More
Planning a solo trip but worried about managing everything with just a smartphone? I’ve been there! During my…
13 Solo Female Travel Tips I’ve Learned Over 10+ Years to Help You Stay Safe
Traveling alone can be daunting since you’re in charge of everything—planning, transportation, bookings, and more. Over the past…
🎥🍿 Film Tourism
Is Granada, Spain, Worth Visiting? Yes, Here’s How I Took a Day Trip
I’ll be honest with you. My interest in Granada started after watching the K-drama Memories of the Alhambra…
Save Our Cemeteries: Reviewing This Tour of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans
Looking for an authentic, historically accurate cemetery tour in New Orleans instead of theatrical ghost stories? Most cemetery…
Guide to Visiting Château de Pierrefonds, BBC Merlin’s Castle in France
Château de Pierrefonds—the stunning 14th-century fortress that doubled as Camelot in the BBC Merlin series—sits about an hour…
12 Travel TV Shows to Watch for Inspiration + Where to Stream Each Series
I’ve been a fan of travel TV shows long before the Travel Channel turned into the Aliens built…
17 of the Best Netflix Travel Movies to Watch for Trip Inspiration
We’ve all been there. 45 minutes into scrolling on Netflix with nothing to show for it. You’re likely…
30 Scenic Movies Set in Greece You Need to Watch Before You Visit
There’s something magical about seeing whitewashed villages cascade down cliffsides, azure waters sparkle under the Mediterranean sun, and…
28 Fantastic Movies & TV Shows Set in Paris, You Need to Watch Before Visiting
Experience the enchantment of Paris through captivating films and unforgettable performances. Dive into iconic movies and vibrant shows…
6 Famous Filming Locations in Portugal from Film and TV, and How to Visit Them
If you’re a film enthusiast planning a trip to Portugal or a Portugal-bound traveler who happens to love…
📚 Literary Travel
Guide to Visiting JRR Tolkien’s Talking Tree at the Avebury Stone Circle in Wiltshire, England
You’ve likely heard of England’s famous Stonehenge, but fewer travelers know about Avebury Stone Circle. It’s Europe’s largest…
Is the Sherlock Holmes Museum in London Worth Visiting? Review from a Fan
Thinking about visiting the famous 221b Baker Street but wondering if it’s worth your time and £19? With…
Folger Shakespeare Library Review: Is the Renovated Exhibition Worth a Visit?
I originally visited the Folger Shakespeare Library in May 2019, when it had a tiny area for visitors…
Sherlock Holmes London Walking Tour: Free Self-Guided Literary Route + Downloadable Map
Are you a Sherlockian searching for an easy way to explore London for free? Between the city’s sky-high…
Search by Country, City, and More
1-9 of 192 results
-
35 Gift Ideas for Someone Traveling to Europe That They’ll Actually Use (2026 Guide)
Updated • September 11, 2026I’m really hard to buy gifts for, so I’ve found that the best gifts are always things someone wouldn’t buy for themselves, or you’ll end up like my mother, watching… -
Is Timeleft Worth It? My Honest Review After Trying It in the US & UK
Updated • September 14, 2026As someone who’s tried everything from Meetup.com to Bumble BFF (how I met my travel buddy), I’m no stranger to trying every way imaginable to meet people, especially when traveling…. -
Folger Shakespeare Library Review: Is the Renovated Exhibition Worth a Visit?
Updated • August 21, 2026I originally visited the Folger Shakespeare Library in May 2019, when it had a tiny area for visitors in the DC area. Honestly, it was so small that a friend… -
12 Travel TV Shows to Watch for Inspiration + Where to Stream Each Series
Updated • July 17, 2026I’ve been a fan of travel TV shows long before the Travel Channel turned into the Aliens built this channel! I can recall sitting on the couch, clicking through the… -
2-Day Lisbon Itinerary: Budget-Friendly Plan for a Weekend in Portugal’s Capital
Updated • July 17, 2026Only have a weekend getaway and wondering if you can truly do Lisbon justice in that amount of time? With 2 days in Lisbon, Portugal, it will be a bit… -
How Many Days Should You Spend in Lisbon? + Time Optimization Tips
Updated • July 17, 2026Struggling to figure out exactly how many days in Lisbon you need without either rushing through the seven famous hills or running out of things to do? Planning can feel… -
Where to Stay in Lisbon, Portugal: Best Areas + Top-Rated Hotels & Hostels
Updated • July 17, 2026Trying to figure out where to stay in Lisbon Portugal, without blowing your whole budget on accommodation? When I rebooked my 2020 trip in 2021, prices were significantly higher, so… -
Is Lisbon Safe for Solo Female Travelers? Top Tips to Keep You Safe
Updated • August 3, 2026I was supposed to go to Lisbon with my cousin. Then COVID happened. The trip was postponed, and when I finally departed in September 2021, I ended up going solo…. -
Is Lisbon, Portugal, Worth Visiting? 15 Reasons It’s Ideal for Solo Female Travelers
Updated • September 10, 2026Lisbon keeps popping up on “Europe’s best cities” lists (as of 2026, it’s #13), but is it actually worth the hype and safe for solo travel? Having solo-traveled through Lisbon,…
