A Mike’s Pastry” box held in front of the store exterior, showing the building and people walking by.
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A Delicious North End Food Tour in Boston: How to DIY Your Own Italian Feast

When our much-anticipated guided food tour of Boston’s North End (also known as Little Italy) was canceled at the last minute, we knew we couldn’t just skip tasting our way through one of the city’s most historic—and delicious—neighborhoods. So we decided to create our own North End food tour instead! And honestly? It turned out…

Back view of a woman in a blue parka and white beanie admiring Gullfoss waterfall in Iceland, with mist rising from the cascading falls and snow-covered cliffs surrounding the area.

How to Deal With Solo Travel Loneliness (Without Letting It Ruin Your Trip)

Is traveling alone lonely? Let’s talk about it. On my very first solo trip—to Switzerland, of all places—I remember stepping off the train in Lucerne, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, cobblestone streets, and… not a single familiar face. I’d dreamed about solo travel for years. I was chasing freedom, self-discovery, all the things Instagram promised. But…

Visitors enter Cold Hollow Cider Mill through a red and white barn-style entrance decorated with pumpkins and flowers.
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Vermont Road Trip: A 2-Day Itinerary for Fall Foliage, Cider, and Cozy Small Towns

There’s nothing quite like a Vermont road trip in the fall. Crisp air, winding scenic drives, covered bridges, and the fiery glow of fall leaves in Vermont’s iconic Green Mountains—it’s the kind of getaway that feels straight out of a postcard. This two-day road trip was one I experienced firsthand with a friend, and it’s…

A woman wearing a colorful scarf and backpack looks toward Eilean Donan Castle in the Scottish Highlands. The historic stone castle sits near a stone bridge, surrounded by autumn foliage and misty hills
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10 Best First Time Solo Female Travel Destinations (From Someone Who’s Been There)

I still remember zipping up my backpack for my very first solo trip — nervous, excited, and secretly wondering if I was making a huge mistake. But deep down, I knew this was something I had to do just for me. That trip sparked something in me, and before I knew it, solo travel became…

Baroque façade of the St. Mang Monastery courtyard in Füssen illuminated with purple lights during the Christmas market festivities.
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A Fairytale Christmas in Füssen: What to Expect at the Füssen Christmas Market

There’s something extra magical about the Füssen Christmas Market. Maybe it’s the snow-dusted rooftops of the old town, the scent of mulled wine wafting through the crisp Alpine air, or the twinkle of fairy lights dancing off the cobblestones. Or maybe it’s the setting: a romantic Advent market nestled in the courtyard of the baroque…

Woman in winter clothing lovingly nuzzling two Icelandic horses—one white and one dark brown—inside a fenced paddock surrounded by bare trees and other visitors in the background.
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30 Smart Safety Tips for Solo Female Travelers (From Someone Who’s Been There)

When I booked my very first solo trip, I was equal parts thrilled and terrified. I had visions of sipping coffee at charming cafés and wandering cobblestone streets with total freedom—but also a constant voice in the back of my head whispering, “Is this safe?” If you’re here, chances are you’re feeling the same way….