We all need a little adventure now and then—whether it’s a train across China or stumbling upon a quirky bookshop on a rainy afternoon in Italy. These are stories from the road: the awkward, the joyful, and the in-between moments that make solo travel unforgettable.
Adventures in the Mildly Unexpected: Finding Your Feet in Unfamiliar Places
Not every solo travel story is about drama or daring. Sometimes, the most memorable moments are the ones you didn’t plan — the small surprises, the odd turnings, the quiet flickers of feeling that catch you off guard. This isn’t…
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Solo in Seoul: A Midlife Journey Through South Korea’s Capital
It was 2019, and I needed a holiday — somewhere different, somewhere unexpected. Asia has long intrigued me, but I had never visited South Korea or Japan. So I faced a delightful dilemma: Seoul or Tokyo? In the end, Seoul…
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Not Too Late, Not Too Old: Saying Yes to Solo Travel
I was partway up Ingwansan Mountain, following the ancient stone steps of the old city wall tucked into the edges of Seoul’s busy cityscape, when I stopped to catch my breath and take in the view. Below me, the city…
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When the ATM Eats Your Card: A Cautionary Tale from the Road
It started in China. The orchestra tour had been a whirlwind—crossing vast distances by train and bus, playing concert after concert, with barely enough time to eat, sleep, or recover before moving on to the next city. The pace was…
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The Magic of Micro-Adventures: How Small Explorations Can Transform Your Everyday Life
Not every adventure has to involve a passport stamp or a long-haul flight. Some of the most refreshing, eye-opening experiences can happen just outside your door. A spontaneous walk down an unfamiliar street, a quiet morning watching the sunrise, or…
Ten Summer Days in Japan (Part 2)
Kyoto and Osaka: Where Past and Present Collide After the dazzling intensity of Tokyo, our journey led us south-west to Kyoto and Osaka — two cities that, despite their proximity, offered entirely different experiences. Kyoto, once Japan’s imperial capital, felt…