In today's podcast, I am responding to a question I received from a One Girl Travel community member on social media.

Her question asked how she could balance planning and free time and embody a vacation mindset before her trip.   Because she hasn't been on vacation in a long time, she wants to ensure that she feels relaxed leading up to her trip.

Be sure to listen to the podcast to learn the tools I recommend to help you begin getting into a vacation mindset and help ease your mind around your upcoming trip.

If you have a question that you would like me to address on a future podcast episode, please write to me and let me know at [email protected]

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This month in the One Girl Travel Club, we are focused on having more fun. 

Fun should be a priority, but too often, we end up putting having fun on the back burner. 

In today's podcast, I am giving you three tips on discovering your “flavor of fun,” along with the benefits of adding more fun into your life. 

Be sure to check it out, and let me know how you are adding more fun to your life!

P.S. It's official, I am now a YouTuber!

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I recently experienced my first-ever Disney Cruise. As a childless, female, non-Disney person, and solo traveler, it was an interesting experience, and I want to share my thoughts with you. 

Until now, I have only cruised on Norwegian Cruise Line, so in today's podcast, I will use NCL as a point of reference to compare my DCL experience.

What did DCL do right?

• Straightforward check-in process
• Wonderful welcome ceremony when boarding the ship where they announce your name to the entire ship.
• Incredible service/staff
• Beautiful ship
• So fun seeing all the characters
• Delicious meal at the upcharge restaurant Remy
• Free room service with very good food
• Fun experience snorkeling in Castaway Cay
• The luxury consignment store on board was a pleasant surprise  

Where DCL missed the mark (in my opinion):

• Lack of adult activities
• Food served in the main dining rooms was subpar 
•  Outdated decor
• Nighttime vibes for adults were very mellow
• The theatre shows were all geared towards children (again, this is my opinion)
• Difficult to navigate the ship. I prefer NCL, which has carpeting indicating what direction you're walking in.
• No drink package  
• Only two dining times and the restaurant rotations are chosen for you. I prefer NCL's freestyle dining.
• I think NCL's spa is much nicer than DCL's Rainforest Room
• Only one attraction (the Aqua Duck) with very long wait times. NCL has multiple attractions available.

My overall thoughts about DCL:
I think DCL is not an ideal cruise for solo travelers because of its lack of adult-themed activities, and they also do not have solo traveler meetups as NCL does. DCL is safe and would be great for a solo traveler who loves Disney and is ok spending their time alone and not socializing. I would highly recommend DCL add a solo traveler meetup to their daily itinerary to help other solo travelers meet each other.

I would go on another Disney Cruise if my family was going on one, but I will not be cruising Disney Cruise for a solo trip, mainly for the fact that NCL is much more solo travel friendly.

If you're thinking about going on a Disney Cruise, then I highly recommend checking out the following youtube channels: The Holgate Family and Emily Enchanted, as they helped

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In today's episode, I am talking to you about not overthinking your travel planning.

Choosing a solo travel destination can be an exciting and challenging task, but it doesn't mean you must research your trip for months before booking anything. Use the below tips to help you streamline your process to get you booked and ready for your next solo trip.   

1. Consider your interests: Consider the things you enjoy doing and the experiences you want to have while traveling. Do you prefer a bustling city or a quiet beach town? Are you interested in history, culture, or adventure? Consider destinations that align with your interests.
2. Research the safety of the destination: Safety should be a top priority when choosing a solo travel destination. Research the crime rate, political stability, and health risks of the places you're considering. Also, consider how safe you'll feel as a solo traveler in the destination. Use the site https://travel.state.gov to help you confirm the destination's safety. 
3. Look for destinations with a vibrant solo travel community: Some destinations are particularly popular with solo travelers and have a vibrant community of people traveling on their own. Look for destinations that have hostels or hotels with shared dorm rooms or communal spaces where you can meet other solo travelers.
4. Consider the cost: Budget is an essential factor when choosing a solo travel destination. Some destinations can be more expensive than others, so consider your budget when making your decision. Also, research the cost of living in the destination, including accommodation, food, and transportation.

Once you decide where you want to go, I highly recommend not to continue researching other places.  Be confident with your decision and start getting excited about your chosen destination. 

I hope this podcast motivates you to stop spending so much time researching and start taking action and booking your trip.

If any of my content has helped you feel motivated or inspired to begin solo travel or do things on your own, then I would love to hear from you. Please email me at [email protected] with your testimonial. Thank you so much for your attention and participation.  

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In today's podcast, I talk about how to tap into your future self and how to begin embodying her now.


The "Future Self Exercise" is a technique used in the personal development world and involves imagining and visualizing what you want your future self to be like and then creating a plan to work towards that vision.

To do the exercise, start by thinking about what kind of person you want to be in the future. This could include things like your career, relationships, health, personal growth, and more. Visualize yourself as that person with all the characteristics and qualities you aspire to have.

Next, consider what steps you need to take to become that person. This might involve setting specific goals, identifying habits or behaviors you need to change, and thinking about the resources or support you'll need along the way.

Once you have a clear vision of your future self and a plan for achieving your goals, you can start taking action toward making that vision a reality. Regularly checking in on your progress and re-evaluating your goals can help ensure that you stay on track toward becoming the person you want to be in the future.


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In today's episode, I am reflecting back on all the incredible people I have met over the past decade while solo traveling.

From meeting my friend from Italy while on a cruise to Bermuda to singing karaoke with a group of new friends in Mexico.

You may be traveling solo, but you aren't alone.

The most important thing is to be open to the possibility of meeting new people. Too often, we are told to avoid strangers, but when using good judgment, you could potentially meet some incredible people on your travels.

Always remember to be safe and not share too much personal information with people you have just met, and be sure to meet in a central public location.

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In today's episode, we are talking about learning self-love through solo travel.

  Learning how to love myself by stepping outside of my comfort zone and traveling solo allowed me to show up in the world as my unapologetic self and do the things I desire without worrying about what anyone else thinks of me.

When you love yourself, you do not need anyone else's approval. You are in control of your life, which is extremely powerful, my friend.   

To help you learn self-love this month, I have created my first-ever workshop Self-Love Through Solo Travel. Self-Love Through Solo Travel is a 3-day event where you will discover what is holding you back from loving yourself, how to design the future you want for yourself, and how to start taking action.

I am so excited about this workshop! You can join us here: https://onegirltravel.com/selfloveworkshop2023

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The 10 Essentials for Solo Traveling:

Zipper Helper:
You never realized how flexible you need to be, until you are traveling solo and need to zip your own dress. To avoiding straining your shoulders while on your trip, I found this handy gadget that allows you to zip and unzip your dresses with ease.
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Tripod:
Get ready to take the best selfies ever when you purchase a lightweight tripod and bluetooth shutter. You can learn how to take extraordinary selfies when you sign up as an Annual Member to the One Girl Travel Club where you will receive the Solo Selfie Masterclass as a bonus!
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Vacuum Seal Bags:
When packing bulky items, using vacuum seal bags will allow you to compress them to help save room in your luggage.
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High Quality 4-Wheel Luggage:
You want to make sure that your luggage is durable and has 4 spinning wheels. When you travel alone you are responsible for carrying your luggage, and having luggage that you can easily navigate makes the experience much better.

Luggage Scale:
Never pay a fee for overweight luggage again! Use a luggage scale before going to the airport to ensure your luggage meets the weight restrictions.
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External Battery:
Keep your electronics charged at all times with an external battery pack.
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Personal Alarm:
Having a personal alarm gives you a sense of saftey knowing that you can sound the alarm in case of emergency and other people will be notified.
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Travel Itinerary:
Creating a travel itinerary that references where you're staying, how long you're staying for, contact information of everywhere you're going etc will allow your loved ones to know how to get in contact with you. I created a travel itinerary template that you can use and share with loves ones when you solo travel.

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In today's podcast, I am doing something different, telling you about one of my worst solo travel trip experiences.

I am sharing this story with you not to discourage you from traveling solo, going to resorts, or anything like that. I am sharing this story to help you speak up for yourself and advocate for your needs.

 When I started solo traveling, I would have never had the courage to speak up for myself as I did ten years later. Solo travel has taught me that my needs matter and that I am the only one responsible for myself and my experience, so it is up to me to speak up.

I also want to remind you to look for the good in every situation, even during a bad vacation. It is up to you to react to your circumstances in a way that will benefit you and your experience.

Think about the situation as a learning experience, and figure out the takeaways from the experience to help you for future vacations. 

If you want more support on your solo travel journey, then I would love to welcome you into the One Girl Travel Club. You can learn more about the One Girl Travel Club here. 

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Cruising is one of my favorite ways to travel solo.

In 2013, I went on my first-ever cruise from New York to Bermuda, and it was also my first "big" solo trip. That cruise changed my life.

From the moment I stepped onto the massive cruise ship, I felt a sense of excitement and overwhelm. The ship was huge, and I'd never been on a cruise before up until that point. Embracing this new experience allowed me to have the most incredible time.

I met people from all over the world, explored Bermuda, snorkeled the Bermuda triangle, and danced all night at a beach party... it was incredible.

Since that first cruise, I have been hooked, and I have been on several cruises since then solo.

In today's episode, I'm sharing my love of cruising with you and all the tips I have learned along the way. 

If you're ready to start cruising solo but don't know where or how to start, I recommend joining the One Girl Travel Club. I would be honored to support you on your journey!

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