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Welcome to Blond Wayfarer

Blond Wayfarer is a solo female travel blog that covers a variety of topics including wellness, adventure travel, literary experiences, food, arts and culture, and so much more.

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Anxiety & Travel

My 2020 Goal: Get Over My Fear of Flying

Can I really get over my fear of flying? Really? Yup, crushing my fear of [...]

30
Dec

Is Scotland Safe? — How to Have a Beautiful Adventure

Is Scotland safe? The obvious answer is “yes, Scotland is freakin’ awesome,” but still, I [...]

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27
Jul

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Travel and Healing: Places that Positively Impacted Me

Nowadays travel and healing is a popular topic, especially since the power combination of “personal [...]

30
Jun

Traveling to Find Yourself? Here are the Pros & Cons

Ahhh, traveling to find yourself. It’s a controversial topic mentioned in lots of travel forums [...]

09
Apr

Travel Fears: How & Why You Should Fight Them

Ahhh, a motivational post all about travel fears! Cheerful, huh? However, let’s be real for [...]

20
Feb

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Best Books to Build Confidence & Discover Self-Love

Another one of my goals, in addition to settling personal boundaries and embracing self-love, is [...]

25
Jan

Airport Anxiety: Your Guide to Stopping Travel Stress

Argh, lots of people experience airport anxiety on their travels. Let’s face facts. Departure Day [...]

10
Jan

Staying in Hostels as an Introvert. Can It Be Done?

Is staying in hostels as an introvert possible? Ohhhh, yeah, this is a loaded question, [...]

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09
Nov

SOLO FEMALE TRAVEL

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7 Reasons to Take a Solo Trip to Charleston

Charleston is one of the most popular destinations in the southern United States. I’m not [...]

18
May

Solo Travel Milan: 7 Reasons to Go Alone to the Fashion Capital

Traveling solo to Milan was one of my fondest travel memories, because I fell in [...]

02
Feb

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Guest Post: The Guide to Solo Travel in Cambodia

Are you ready to learn about solo travel to Cambodia? Now Cambodia may not be [...]

20
Jan

9 Reasons to Solo Travel in Vienna At Least Once

Solo travel in Vienna is marvelous, everyone. As you know, Vienna is the capital of [...]

09
Jan

Makeup Eraser Review: Beautiful & Sustainable Travel

My MakeUp Eraser Review wasn’t only written because I love the product itself. Like everyone [...]

02
Jan

Don't miss Berlin when you're backpacking through Europe!

Solo Travel in Berlin: Everything You Need to Know

Dun, dun, dun! Welcome to my guide to solo travel in Berlin! You guys, I [...]

03
Dec

9 Reasons Solo Travel in Your 30s is (Still) Incredible

Solo travel in your 30s is incredible. Yes, my friends, the worldly adventures don’t stop once [...]

22
Nov

Guest Post: The Adventurer’s Travel Guide to Tenerife

Tenerife: More than Banana Boats and Playa de Las Americas! Are you ready for this [...]

16
Nov

I wanted to say you’re an inspiration. I’ve read about your journey, your own experiences with anxiety, and through all the turbulence (literal and metaphorical!), you still love what you do. Thank you so much for sharing your worldly wisdom!

NEW YORK & NJ TRAVEL

“Tenements, Tales, and Tastes” in NYC’s Lower East Side

You ready for an unsurprising confession? I’m a huge fan of good food. As I [...]

11
May

7 Reasons to Do a Weekend Getaway in Cape May NJ

A weekend getaway in Cape May NJ is a priceless experience. Those of you not [...]

22
Jan

2 Days in New York Itinerary: Maximize Your Trip

Are you dreaming of spending a weekend in New York City? You’ve made an awesome [...]

18
Dec

Should You Take a Trip to New York in December?

A trip to New York in December is almost a rite of passage for many [...]

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30
Nov

The Beginners “How To” Guide for Visiting the Met

Are you visiting the Met soon? Best. Idea. Ever. If you follow me on Instagram, [...]

10
Nov

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15 Best Day Trips from NYC in the Fall

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, my friends. Which means do want to [...]

26
Oct

9 Best Things to Do in Sleepy Hollow New York

Are you ready for the best things to do in Sleepy Hollow New York? You should [...]

09
Oct

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9 Best Things to Do in Chelsea NYC

Are you curious about the best things to do in Chelsea NYC? I’m happy that [...]

11
Sep

Recent Blog Posts

How to Become a Foster Pet Parent: A Guide for Travelers

Like almost everyone else, I love animals. Puppies, kittens, horses, I love them all. As an [...]

19
Oct

Staying in Corniglia: My Favorite Cinque Terre Town

Cinque Terre isn’t one place. This famous destination consists of five small villages located on [...]

17
Sep

It’s Okay to Feel Angry About COVID-19

As an English teacher, I’ve taught Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible” at least six times. I [...]

09
Aug

3 days in Banff: A Weekend in the Canadian Rockies

Banff National Park is one of the most stunning places I’ve ever been in my [...]

11
Jul

Just finished reading your post on solo travel to Portugal. Like you, I’ve been on numerous solo travels across Europe and felt that itch to travel again after two years. Portugal has been on my mind for quite a while and reading your post gave me that added desire of pushing through with that destination! — Reader Testimonial