Directions to Sphere from Las Vegas Strip

Las Vegas’ $2.3 Billion music venue, Sphere, opened in September 2023 with a series of U2 shows. Instantly [the] Sphere has become an icon of Las Vegas as it glows with art (and ads) that can be seen from miles away. Getting to Sphere from the Las Vegas strip isn’t … Read more

Eidfjord Hike for Cruise Passengers

Eidfjord Hike for Cruise Passengers Eidfjord is a beautiful port for cruises in Norway.  The town itself is quite small (but there is a grocery store).  If you don’t want to do an excursion and instead just explore the area on your own, you are in luck. There is a … Read more

Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Dining Review

Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Dining Review Virgin Voyages currently has two identical ships with the same dining options, so while this post is based on my time on the Scarlet Lady, I would assume that those traveling on Valiant Lady would have similar experience. When one pictures cruises, the food … Read more

Tips for Visiting Belgrade as a Solo Traveler

Tips for Visiting Belgrade as a Solo Traveler Belgrade is known as a party destination for Western Europeans.  Most Americans probably wouldn’t even think to consider a visit.  The Serbian capital (and formerly part of Yugoslavia) was bombed during the NATO campaign of 1999.  Today it is a modern city … Read more

Tips for Visiting Baku as a Solo Traveler

Tips for Visiting Baku as a Solo Traveler Baku, Azerbaijan is a popular destination for travelers coming from Russia and the Middle East but not well known among American tourists.  Azerbaijan is a predominantly secular Muslim country.  You won’t see women wearing head scarves or burkas.  You won’t hear call … Read more

Tips for Visiting Jordan as a Solo Traveler

Tips for Visiting Jordan as a Solo Traveler I just finished a quick trip through Jordan by myself.  I spent a total of 5 nights in the country.  The one thing I didn’t do is see Wadi Rum; but it seemed like you’d really have to join a tour to … Read more

Honest Guide to One Day in Petra

Honest Guide to One Day in Petra First off: Petra is a fantastic place to visit and often appears on wonders of the world.  This post is not to downplay how fantastic a visit to Petra is for most people.  Instead, it is my attempt to give a real overview … Read more

Single City: 24 hours in Auckland

24 Hours in Auckland

24 Hours in Auckland I have a trip planned to Australia for Christmas that will actually give me time to see the region.  My visit to New Zealand gave me only 24 hours in Auckland.  Here is how I spent the time and what sites I took in during my 24 … Read more

Single City: 24 hours in Copenhagen

24 hours in Copenhagen From my flight touching down at CPH to taking off again the next day, I had under 24 hours in Copenhagen.  Knowing I needed to get checked in to my hotel, shower after the long flight and sleep at some point, I wanted to get a … Read more

Weekend in Istanbul – Part 2: What to See

Weekend in Istanbul – Part 1: Air France 777 Business Class Weekend in Istanbul – Part 2: What to See Grand Hyatt Istanbul – Hotel Review Hyatt Regency Istanbul – Hotel Review There are two major airports in Istanbul (although a third is under construction that when finished will be … Read more

Tips for traveling solo

I just returned from a very quick trip to Beijing.  It was the kind of trip that most people would never think to go on; I was in transit for longer than I was at my destination.  But I had an amazing adventure.  And had I waited to find someone … Read more

Single City: 24 Hours in Seattle

The “niche” I wanted to focus on with this website was for people who travel alone either by choice or by default.  As I’ve been writing entries, I’ve noticed that traveling along is not fundamentally different from traveling with a friend or group.  Except for the fact that you have a lot more independence to do whatever you want.

However, sometimes there are times were you are alone and unsure what activities would be more comfortable than others as a single traveler.  So I bring you the first installment of Single City; where I focus on activities in one city that are fun for someone to do by her/himself.  This week I start with my hometown (which naturally I know better than any other city):  Seattle.

Seattle Skyline

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