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Planning a trip can feel overwhelming when everything is “unmissable.” If you’ve found yourself spending hours researching as you try to decide, you’re in the right place. This site is for people planning solo travel who want calm, honest advice based on real experiences.

I’m Claire. A breakup and burnout led me to leave a corporate career in London and travel solo for a year. I started this site to share my advice for people who want to travel well without overthinking every decision. You can read more about my story here.

Planning your next trip?

Solo Female Travel — real talk on travelling alone, safely and well
Where to Go — itineraries for places worth your time
Style & Packing — what to actually wear and pack, by destination

My guide to the best destinations for solo female travellers is one the most popular posts on the site, if you want one place to start.

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For more personal stories, beyond the destination guides, I write a weekly newsletter called Out of Office Adventures.

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