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Where's Ems?
How I became a columnist for a print magazine
Add other freelancing adventures in April
Solo
Solo travel news and blogs: travelling alone, safety, meeting people, single supplements and solo-friendly destinations, from publishers worldwide.
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Where Goes Rose
Madrid Food Tour With Culinary Backstreets
During my recent trip to Spain, I took an epic food tour in Madrid with Culinary Backstreets. It was my second tour with them after exploring both sides of the Bosphorus with them two years ago in Ist…
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Sunhats and Chardonnay
A Perfect Day in Manly: Beaches, Coastal Walks & Local Vibes
There’s something about Manly that feels like a deep exhale.
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Where's Ems?
How a rejection at 18 sent me around the world
How a rejection at 18 sent me around the world
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Barefoot in Jandals
London to Oslo: A Slow Journey North by Rail and Sea
Travelling from London to Oslo by train and ferry, with stopovers in Brussels, Hamburg, and Copenhagen before waking up in Norway.
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Go Silver Oyster
We Ain´t in High School Anymore
What returning home after living abroad teaches you about identity, change, and tacos.
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Adventurous Kate
There’s So Much To Love About Madrid
Let me tell you something about Madrid that hit me the moment I arrived: it feels like a city built for city connoisseurs. People who love dining, parks, museums, traveling on public transit. I am ver…
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Adventurous Kate
AK Monthly Recap: April 2026
April 2026 was a very exciting travel month indeed. I embarked on a 17-day solo trip to Central Asia, visiting Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan! It was my first time visiting this part of the wo…
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Be My Travel Muse
Rachel Bloom Bags Review: Stylish Anti-Theft Bags Worth It?
I’ve tested a lot of travel bags over the years, and most “anti-theft” bags tend to have the same problem: they’re either practical but unattractive, or cute but not actually secure. Rachel Bloom is o…
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Nomadic Matt
Madrid 5-Day Itinerary: A Guide to Culture, Gastronomy, and Local Life
Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic…
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Where's Ems?
Aren't you afraid, Erica Hanger?
The kindness of strangers showed up exactly when Erica needed it most.
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Where's Ems?
A celebrity sighting at a tiny farmers' market...
And everything else that happened in April
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Nomadic Matt
Capital One Venture Business Card Review
If you’re a traveler like me, chances are you’re always on the lookout for ways to make your trips more affordable. That’s why I collect points and miles: they help me lower my travel costs so I can s…
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Sunhats and Chardonnay
Same City, Different Story
Returning to Sydney—and rewriting a memory I carried for years
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Barefoot in Jandals
How I Planned My Norway by Rail Trip
How to plan a Norway by rail trip: routes, booking tips, seat choices, and everything I learned travelling from London to the Arctic Circle.
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Where's Ems?
Aren't you afraid, Maggie John?
Maggie says a travel friendship beats a holiday romance every time. Do you agree?
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Where's Ems?
Hostels for hostel-haters...
A global collection of recommended stays for those who value privacy, comfort, or just feel a little too old for this.
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Nomadic Matt
Outsite Review: The Best Place to Stay for Digital Nomads
Balancing travel and remote work will always be one of the biggest challenges on the road. When you’re a digital nomad, it’s always a struggle to balance sightseeing and also get your work done in a n…
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Nomadic Matt
How the Antigravity 360 Drone Will Change Your Travels
Drones are huge. And, while there’s lots of restrictions around them, a lot of travelers take them on road because they produce some amazing sweeping aerial shots. There’s lots of amazing brands out t…