https://grrrltraveler.com A Female Solo Travel Blog | It's not a vacation until you survive it! Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:01:42 +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/digital-privacy-checklist/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:07:10 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=88539 Digital Privacy Checklist for U.S. Travelers (Protect Your Phone, Data, and Money Abroad) International travel comes with digital risks most travelers don’t think about until something goes wrong. Airports, hotels, public Wi-Fi, border crossings and even charging stations expose your phone and personal data in ways that don’t exist at home. This digital privacy checklist...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/benefits-of-street-food/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 23:13:40 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87127   When traveling alone, it’s common for travelers want to avoid food poisoning, so they avoid dishes they don’t know much about… especially street food.  I totally get it and once felt this way too. But one of the best ways to truly experience a new destination is through its street food. While many travelers...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/must-know-solo-female-safety-tips/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:56:25 +0000 https://grrrltraveler.com/?p=87491   How to Stay Connected While Traveling Solo (Solo Female Travel Safety Tip) Ever worried about staying connected when traveling alone? It’s one of the biggest concerns for solo travelers—if something happens, who will know? Who will be able to find you? There’s one solo female travel tip I’ve only lightly touched on in my...]]> 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/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/reef-safe-sunscreen-guide/ Fri, 05 May 2023 11:31:43 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=81276 Spending time in the sun is a staple of any tropical destination such as Hawaii, Florida, Australia, and Mexico. But with the ongoing threat of coral bleaching and damage to the ocean’s delicate ecosystem, as responsible travelers, it’s important to consider the impact our sunscreen has on the environment. I know as adventure-loving but ethical...]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/portable-air-purifiers-for-travel/ Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:59:35 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=80009 ]]> https://grrrltraveler.com/dental-tourism-in-thailand/ Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:13:50 +0000 http://grrrltraveler.com/?p=47239 Getting Cheap Teeth in Thailand…Part 1 | Dental Tourism How much do teeth cost?  In the States, I’ve had ongoing issues with my teeth. Depending upon state, dental services are not cheap. If you’ve watched any of my videos of Thailand you’ll know that I no longer go to the dentist in the U.S.  Nope, I save...]]>