https://grrrltraveler.com A Female Solo Travel Blog | It's not a vacation until you survive it! Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:32:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://grrrltraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/favicon.gif https://grrrltraveler.com 32 32 https://grrrltraveler.com/korea-packing-list/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:18:59 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=86749   Most people know about Korea through K-drama, K-pop and flawless skincare ads. Korea is a fashion forward country where young to old, everyone puts their best foot forward to make a good impression. There’s historical temples, wonderful hiking spots and delicious food everywhere you turn. But what to pack for Korea travel? I lived...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/benefits-of-solitude-in-solo-travel/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:25:24 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87608 When people talk about solo travel, they usually picture “adventure” such as backpacking through Europe, navigating a crowded fresh market in Southeast Asia, or figuring out foreign train systems. But the real challenge – and gift – of solo travel is something most travel guides never mention: being comfortable with your own solitude and silence....]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/packing-with-unbound-merino/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:20:26 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87624   After years of dragging overstuffed suitcases or a backpacker backpack through airports, packing “just in case” outfits I never wore, I discovered something that completely transformed how I travel: one shirt that does the work of five. As a solo female traveler who can spend months on the road  country hopping with carry-on only,...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/travel-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis/ Sun, 12 May 2024 15:35:28 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=84989   I first noticed plantar fasciitis coming onto my scene on a trip to Tokyo. I go pretty hard with sightseeing and filming, so I’m on my feet from morning to evening and Japan doesn’t have much public seating. I have high arches that I always thought were like ballerina arches, but over time and...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/blackout-sleep-masks-for-travel/ Fri, 10 May 2024 15:50:55 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=85067 Red-eye, long flights, changing time zones and strange new environments can wreak havoc on your sleep schedule. It can leave you with jetlag and feeling groggy through the first days of your vacation. Welp, I  just bought my second blackout sleep mask! Sleep masks are a game-changer in improving your quality of sleep at home...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/travel-guide-for-staying-in-hotels/ https://grrrltraveler.com/travel-guide-for-staying-in-hotels/#comments Wed, 01 May 2024 13:30:42 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=49474   Although solo travelers appreciate the pampering and the privacy their own hotel room, it’s not uncommon to experience stress about hotel etiquette and finding an affordable hotel.  To take the stress and questions out of your hotel bookings, I’m sharing my survival guide of hotel hacks and tips for solo travelers. Survival Guide for...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/travel-guide-for-staying-in-hotels/feed/ 8 https://grrrltraveler.com/how-to-provide-proof-of-onward-travel/ Sat, 11 Nov 2023 21:39:28 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=82956   If you’re a long-term backpacker doing an around the world trip, a digital nomad, or spontaneous traveler on a multi-trip journey with no locked plans and reservations, then you’ve likely come across the need for proof of onward travel. But how to provide proof of onward travel? I was on a seven month trip...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/travel-scams-to-avoid/ Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:11:42 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=78256 I’ve had my close calls and fair share of scams, so this post comes from the heart. As thrilling as it is to explore new destinations independently, it’s crucial to be prepared for potential tourist scams that target unsuspecting travelers. In this blog post, I shed light on the travel scams to avoid if you...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/should-you-get-a-global-entry-pass/ Mon, 28 Mar 2022 10:25:53 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=78786 This post may contain affiliate links. Never leave home without travel insurance. Click for the insurance finder tool. and affordable insurance for COVID/quarantine protection. Should you get a global entry pass? Ever wondered how some travelers got to whoosh through TSA and immigration queues while you painfully wait in the back of a long queue? Well,...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/female-solo-travel-guide-how-to-deal-with-touts-scams-beggars/ https://grrrltraveler.com/female-solo-travel-guide-how-to-deal-with-touts-scams-beggars/#comments Thu, 02 Nov 2017 12:12:39 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=55173   Dealing with touts, scams, and beggars can be one of the more stressful aspects of solo travel, especially for women. While these encounters are uncomfortable, they’ve taught me to set boundaries, trust my instincts, and take control of my safety. Here are practical tips and lessons from my experiences. This post contains affiliate links. I...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/female-solo-travel-guide-how-to-deal-with-touts-scams-beggars/feed/ 11