Addie smiling in the sunshine on a beach in Miami, wearing round sunglasses and a green patterned sundress. She stands in front of tropical plants with a lifeguard tower and stormy sky in the background, showing a floral tattoo on her upper arm.

Behind the Blog

At Addie Abroad, my mission is to help travelers—especially solo female travelers—feel confident exploring the world on their own terms.

I believe adventure doesn’t have to wait for the “right” moment, a partner, or a perfect budget. Travel can be empowering, grounding, and deeply meaningful—whether you’re navigating your first solo trip, planning a multi-stop Europe itinerary, or learning how to slow down and actually enjoy the journey.

This blog is built on the idea that travel should feel doable, not overwhelming. You don’t need to see everything. You just need the confidence to start.

What You’ll Find Here

Addie Abroad began as a solo female travel blog—and that perspective is still at its heart. Over time, it’s grown into a space for thoughtful itineraries, practical advice, and experience-based travel guides, with a strong focus on Europe.

Here, you’ll find:

From navigating your first hostel stay to planning a well-paced Europe trip by rail, my goal is to help you feel capable, informed, and excited—not intimidated.

Addie wearing sunglasses, a turquoise tank top, and burgundy leggings sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking a vast, green mountain landscape under a cloudy sky.
A smiling woman in black pajamas and colorful socks relaxes on a wooden rocking chair on a log cabin porch, holding a white mug. A water bottle, metal pail, and book titled The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy rest on a small table nearby. Sunlight filters through the surrounding pine trees.

This is me, Addie.

Hi, I’m Addie—a travel blogger, storyteller, and longtime solo traveler.

I started Addie Abroad in 2016 after leaving my small hometown in Illinois to study at university in Scotland. That move opened the door to my first solo adventures—and completely changed how I saw the world.

Since then, I’ve lived abroad for 5 years, traveled solo across three continents, wandered Christmas markets in Germany, explored Southeast Asia, and spent countless hours navigating Europe by train with just a backpack and a camera. Along the way, I learned that confidence on the road isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build, one trip at a time.

Today, I write primarily about Europe, train travel, and solo female travel, sharing the lessons I’ve learned so others can travel with more ease and less second-guessing.

I’m a travel blogger first, but I also offer custom travel planning for readers who want extra support turning inspiration into a real, bookable trip. It’s always optional—and always rooted in the same thoughtful approach you see throughout the blog.

Ready to Explore?

Whether you’re here to plan your next adventure yourself or want a little extra help along the way, I’m so glad you’re here.

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