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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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11 Terrifically Fun Things to Do Alone in Munich

Germany is one of the largest countries in Europe with plenty of picturesque and historically [...]

12
Jun

Why You Should Travel Solo to Porto At Least Once

As a solo traveler, Portugal exceeded all of my expectations by ticking each and every [...]

04
Jun

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Solo Travel Cinque Terre: Tips for Visiting Italy’s Stunning Villages

Italy is a country that many solo travelers dream of visiting. And who can blame them? [...]

15
Apr

Solo Travel in Edinburgh: How to Independently Discover A City You’ll Truly Love

On my first solo trip ever, I had no idea what to except. I didn’t [...]

30
Jan

Goals for 2021: My Dreams for a New Year

Who else is ready to leave 2020 in the dust forever?! Personally, I know I’m [...]

03
Jan

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7 Spectacular 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

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

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Free (And Fun!) Things to do in the Financial District NYC

When visitors think of New York City, many people minds’ immediately jump to the area [...]

15
May

What to Pack for New York in March

You’re eagerly planning a vacation to good ol’ New York, New York, but when do [...]

02
Feb

“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

Discovering the Magical Met: The Complete “How To” Guide for NYC’s Famous Art Museum

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

10
Nov

day trips from nyc fall: time for spooky season with pumpkins

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

Recent Blog Posts

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4 Days in Vienna: The Ultimate Itinerary for Austria’s Capital

As a teenage, I had always envisioned Vienna as the center of European sophistication. Even [...]

22
Jun

11 Terrifically Fun Things to Do Alone in Munich

Germany is one of the largest countries in Europe with plenty of picturesque and historically [...]

12
Jun

Why You Should Travel Solo to Porto At Least Once

As a solo traveler, Portugal exceeded all of my expectations by ticking each and every [...]

04
Jun

Free (And Fun!) Things to do in the Financial District NYC

When visitors think of New York City, many people minds’ immediately jump to the area [...]

15
May

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

BEST TRAVEL ITINERARIES

4 Days in Vienna: The Ultimate Itinerary for Austria’s Capital

As a teenage, I had always envisioned Vienna as the center of European sophistication. Even [...]

22
Jun

5 Days in Munich: The Ultimate City Itinerary

Munich is, without a doubt, one of the most well-liked cities in Germany for visitors. [...]

02
May

2 Magical Days in Lake Como: The Best Things to See & Do

Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful places on earth, so beautiful that it [...]

03
Apr

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4 Days in Dublin: Itinerary for Ireland’s Capital

Most of us know Dublin as Ireland’s fun-loving, youthful, and vibrant capital city. Dublin’s an [...]

15
Mar

PACKING

Seattle Summer Packing List: A Complete Guide

As a tremendous fan of grunge music, I’ve always been intrigued by beautiful Washington State. Not [...]

06
Mar

What to Pack for New York in March

You’re eagerly planning a vacation to good ol’ New York, New York, but when do [...]

02
Feb

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Packing Guide: What to Wear in Ireland in April

Planning an incredible Spring Break to the Emerald Isle, but you’re still not sure what [...]

07
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