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.
Singapore, Unscripted: Part 3 – A Relaxed Guide to Six Days in Singapore
After sharing my Singapore story across Parts 1 and 2 of Singapore, Unscripted, I wanted to offer something practical for anyone planning a trip of their own. This relaxed itinerary for six days in Singapore captures the essence of my journey…
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Singapore, Unscripted: Part 2 – Discovering Nature in the City
Singapore’s streets, markets, and skyline that we explored in Part 1 of Singapore, Unscripted had been exhilarating, but even in a city famed for its ultra-modernity, there were quieter surprises ahead. Beyond Gardens by the Bay, in spaces like the…
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Singapore, Unscripted: Part 1 – Revisiting the Lion City
Singapore and I first met in the late 1970s, although “met” might not be the right word. I was a young orchestral musician on tour, stepping into Asia for the very first time. Nothing about it felt familiar. The heat…
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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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