Introduction My whole trip centered on “finding” myself and visiting all the Civil War sites I could. I’ve been fascinated by the Civil War since I was confined to the library in elementary school. After multiple in-school suspensions, the principal realized that if she kept the crazy kid in a cage, he wouldn’t do anythingContinueContinue reading “Southern Soul Quest: Reflections on Battlefields”
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Southern Soul Quest
On August 13, 2023, I left my apartment early and headed on an adventure. I hugged my former partner (I don’t like the term ex if it ends on “good” terms) and jumped in my 2013 Kia Sorento. With a new alternator and oil change, I felt ready enough to start my trip. Mentally, maybeContinueContinue reading “Southern Soul Quest”
How to Plan Your Next Solo Travel: Research
Up for traveling on your own? Doing a little soul searching? Itching to scratch the travel bug? Embarking on a solo adventure can be an exhilarating and liberating experience. It allows you to discover new places, challenge yourself, and gain priceless personal growth. However, careful planning is essential to ensure a successful and safe journey.ContinueContinue reading “How to Plan Your Next Solo Travel: Research”
First stop: Espresso
I’ve gone through Customs at Charles De Gaulle International Airport. A simple glance and they probably saw a smiling and harmless American, tired after the ten hour flight from Newark. This is the first stamp of many I hope to receive in my passport. I don’t know it yet, but I’ll only receive three stampsContinueContinue reading “First stop: Espresso”
Connecting with Locals
One of the decisions to make before traveling is where you’ll sleep at night. Hotels are good, but usually expensive. Airbnbs can be great, especially if you stay for a week or more (and get those discounts). Hostels are almost always the least expensive and a great way to connect with other travelers. You’ll makeContinueContinue reading “Connecting with Locals”
Solo Travel: Loneliness and Freedom
Intro Notre Dame being rebuilt in 2023 after 2019 fire “Solo travel” is popular these days. It seems like 90% of TikTok and Instagram include solo travelers and their activities. There are tons of posts, videos, and images out there showcasing the excitement of traveling on your own. Indeed, solo travel provides plenty of excitement,ContinueContinue reading “Solo Travel: Loneliness and Freedom”
Home
I stayed a few days in New York and Hoboken with my brother and a friend. While they worked, I applied to jobs in copywriting and museums. I contemplated getting into the trades – electricity anyone? We also tried a few food spots – my favorites being Moe’s Pastrami and the Sushi Lounge. Breakfast. CourtesyContinueContinue reading “Home”
Dublin
Arrival When I arrived in Dublin, I had a sinus infection, probably from not taking a break for over a month. I took several days to rest, watch Shameless (shamelessly), and get some fresh air. I started to decompress and think about my trip as a whole. I journaled daily for a week and evenContinueContinue reading “Dublin”
Galway
Doolin To have Doolin as a heading on a blog about Galway is odd, right? Oh, well! When I left Skibbereen, I drove through Doolin. That’s where the Cliffs of Moher are. I didn’t find where the walking route was, but I liked driving around and getting lost a bit; those Irish roads are asContinueContinue reading “Galway”
Skibbereen
Don’t drive further; you’ll go swimming Skibbereen is a cozy town in West Cork, Ireland. I met my dad’s college roommate, Tim, and his family. I had barely touched down in the town and Tim was whisking me off on a tour. We drove through a few villages, watched some wicked waves tear into theContinueContinue reading “Skibbereen”