Everybody has experienced situations in which our cars need immediate attention. The dilemma is whether to wash the car using our own skills and some online video tutorials or go for a car wash. It is not recommended to convert your driveway into a full carwash due to the time constraints, the expected results, the […]
It’s impossible to predict when your car will break down. You can still respond to warning signs without much mechanical knowledge or effort. You can use these tips to learn how your car feels and to be aware of any warning signs. Stop small repairs from becoming expensive, causing you to spend more money and […]
We get it. You have checked your calendar, and you’ve allocated a few weeks of annual leave to a major overseas trip. Now, you want the most out of each second. You have limited time to plan, and you want to make the most of your time at the destination. So, you decide that an […]
Travel is a great way to discover the culture and beauty of the place you are visiting. It is not always feasible or desirable to travel with a friend. Solo travel is liberating and can provide a sense of security. If I travel to Nairobi, Kenya, or Newton, Kansas, I follow the same guidelines. Communication […]
The appeal of solo traveling for many women is the freedom of finally saying “yes” to a world where we are told “no.” And yet, despite this, we still find reasons not to get our passports stamped. The New York Times published an article last week with the salacious headline ” Adventureous, Alone and Attacked” that […]
It’s incredibly exciting to step off a plane and into a new country by yourself. You can explore the world at your leisure without any restrictions or expectations. Traveling alone can be like Marmite for women; you either love it or hate it. Some people who fall into this category believe that traveling alone means […]
In the days before the lockdown, the sun shone brightly above the Kaveri river in Coorg. While I was giggling in a boat, a young lady asked me with a hint of admiration: “Solo-travel?”. In India, which is considered the most dangerous country for women, many female travelers are willing to risk the thrills of […]
Three pairs of shoes is all you need Women traveling alone should pack light. Shoes are a particularly bulky and heavy item. You can manage most of the time with just three pairs. I have used this method on dozens of trips lasting anywhere from four days up to four months. Take a pair of […]
I’m standing with my surfboard on the beach in Pichilemu, Chile. It’s January–the height of the Southern Hemisphere’s summer–the sun is out, and there’s a near-constant breeze rolling in off the Pacific Ocean. A series of black-sand coves frame the main attraction in these parts: Punta de Lobos, a left-hand point break that curls gracefully (in gentle […]
This is the most common reaction I get when I tell someone I’m traveling alone. While it is a well-intentioned statement, I am annoyed that people still believe a woman traveling alone could feel intimidated or isolated. In an ideal world, solo female travel would not be a sign of defiance or courage but rather […]
