https://grrrltraveler.com A Female Solo Travel Blog | It's not a vacation until you survive it! Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:14:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://grrrltraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/favicon.gif https://grrrltraveler.com 32 32 https://grrrltraveler.com/airlines-free-transit-hotels/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:36:37 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=82376   I’m always looking for ways to maximize my airport layovers and turn them into an extra stopover trip or sightseeing adventure, so I meticulously research and choose my layovers wisely. If you’re embarking on a long-haul journey with layovers, taking advantage of airlines’ free transit hotel stays can transform a tiresome trip into a...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/types-of-identification-for-us-travel/ Wed, 09 Apr 2025 01:44:11 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87282   UPDATED April 13, 2025 In today’s travel landscape, heightened immigration enforcement and evolving travel bans make it essential for U.S. travelers to carry proper documentation. This is especially crucial for individuals whose citizenship might be questioned due to their appearance, name, or accent. Starting May 7, 2025, TSA will be enforcing Real ID verification...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/digital-privacy-tips/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:05:25 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87397   This video and blog guide is intended to help travelers stay informed and aware of their rights—not to assist or promote unlawful behavior. It does not constitute legal advice and I do not encourage or condone any illegal activity. UPDATED a/o June 25, 2025: There have been some new insights for foreign travelers. Please...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/us-airport-security-what-you-need-to-know/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:15:46 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87294 My video filmed on March 23, 2025 just as U.S. travelers have been reporting phone searches at US border security.  I share what’s going on, what we can expect and some tips for safe entry. This blog post will be updated as changes  arise. – PLEASE SHARE & SPREAD THE WORD as this affects all...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/free-airport-layover-tours/ Sun, 21 Jan 2024 01:52:22 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=83204 ]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/emirates-airlines-economy-review/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:15:16 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=82211   Emirates Airlines Economy Review: Is it the Best Airlines for Long Haul Flights? Being from Hawaii, most of my travels are long haul flights. Getting older and accruing back issues and sciatica, long haul flights can wreak havoc on my body ; not to mention, throw my internal clock into wacko!  When planning a...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/airport-sleeping-pods/ Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:21:05 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=80388 You’ve landed in a strange airport at 1 a.m., your next flight is at 7, and the floor looks like your only option… but then you remember your travel friend mentioned there are airport sleeping pods. And you miraculously just landed in an airport with one! In this blog post, i’m sharing 32 airports with...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/korean-airlines-review-is-korean-air-the-best-airlines/ Sun, 22 Dec 2019 14:11:08 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=61600   I’m sharing my Korean Airlines review of my economy class experience traveling Asia. With some airlines, you have bad days.  Maybe you’ve got a grumpy flight attendant flashing attitude or you’re matched with a smaller domestic flight with lousy seating and lame food choices.  But whenever I’ve flown with Korean Airlines, I’ve had a...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-free-transit-hotel/ https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-free-transit-hotel/#comments Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:55:50 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=61278 This post may contain affiliate links. I never leave home without this travel insurance. Need trip insurance options? Check out this trip insurance finder tool. Did you know about Turkish Airlines free transit hotel? Turkish Airlines has a huge fleet and network, which dominates New Istanbul Airport, the largest airport in the world.  Some of...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-free-transit-hotel/feed/ 8 https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-review/ https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-review/#comments Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:21:52 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=61311 I’ve had flying with Turkish Airlines on my bucket list for years. It finally happened so I’m doing my Turkish Airlines economy class review. As part of the Star Alliance team, I heard from other travelers that Turkish Airlines economy class had first-rate Turkish service and offer complimentary hospitality for qualifying layover guests, ranging from...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/turkish-airlines-review/feed/ 6