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Solo-Travel Friday Series: Staying Safe While Traveling Solo

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Solo-Travel Friday Series: Staying Safe While Traveling Solo

October 19, 2018October 19, 2018

Safety is one of the biggest concerns people have when traveling solo. Questions like, “Will I…

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Solo Travel Friday Series: How To Get Great Shots of Yourself While Traveling Solo

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Solo Travel Friday Series: How To Get Great Shots of Yourself While Traveling Solo

October 12, 2018October 12, 2018

The other day, I tweeted about how glad I was to have taken two consecutive solo…

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Solo Travel Friday Series – Do You Have What It Takes to Travel Solo? Find Out Here.

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Solo Travel Friday Series – Do You Have What It Takes to Travel Solo? Find Out Here.

October 5, 2018October 5, 2018

I am introducing a new series on the blog called Solo Travel Friday. Over the next…

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My Best Tips and Advice for Taking Your First Solo Trip

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My Best Tips and Advice for Taking Your First Solo Trip

March 2, 2018June 20, 2018

My first solo trip was in 2015 to Paris. As you would imagine, I was terrified,…

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Everything You Need To Know About Travel: Your FAQs Answered

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Everything You Need To Know About Travel: Your FAQs Answered

October 13, 2017October 17, 2017

These days, the curiosity level for travel has peaked. More and more people are stepping out…

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"So how much does a trip to Barbados cost?" This w

"So how much does a trip to Barbados cost?" This was a recurring question this month after my trip earlier in the month. My trip to Barbados was kindly sponsored by @VisitBarbados but I've drawn up a rough estimate for you based on my research and findings while in Barbados.

Please note that these are estimates and ultimately, many of these costs will depend on your personal preference and budget. Nonetheless, I hope this gives you an idea of where to start from and how much a realistic budget could be.

In general, Barbados is a place I will happily recommend to travelers, and experiencing Crop Over is worth adding to your travel bucketlist.

Let me know if you have any questions. A full travel guide for Barbados is now up on my website theufuoma.com with all the helpful links and resources you may need.

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By now, it is probably well-known that I love trav

By now, it is probably well-known that I love traveling to Mexico. There are just so many awesome cities to explore and it is also quite accessible. However, as a first-timer, it might be hard to choose which Mexican city is best for you. So I’ve shared this video to help you decide. It ultimately depends on what your vibe is, who you are going with and how much room you have in your budget. More details below:

✅ Cancun - Go to Cancun if you love to party, if you have kids or are traveling as a family. Go to Cancun if you don’t have too much time to spare (many flights go there directly). Cancun is also pretty affordable.

✅ Tulum - Go to Tulum if you want a bit of a slower pace, want to be immersed in nature, want to do yoga, fresh fruits, zen, etc. Tulum’s hotels are also pretty affordable so go there if you are on a budget. No airport in Tulum though, so you’d have to first go to the Cancun airport but it’s not too far away. About an hour and a half.

✅ Los Cabos - Go there if you want more of an upscale, fab vacation. Think about Miami-esque vibes, a more mature crowd, not too crowded at all but also crazy expensive hotels.

For the beach, I’d favor Los Cabos as well. Tulum used to be really nice for the beach but it’s dealing with a seaweed issue at the moment. Cancun beaches are also okay but places like Isla Holbox has the better beaches.

Have you been to any of these places? Did you like it there? Let me know what you think.

Did you know that you can get paid for a delayed f

Did you know that you can get paid for a delayed flight? It is under Air Passenger Protection Laws. You wouldn’t get paid if you don’t ask though. So always ask. I’ve gotten paid in the past by asking. It took around 2 months to get the money but it works. So give this a try. ✨

Are you going on holiday soon? Here are some creat

Are you going on holiday soon? Here are some creative out of office messages to try. On my last vacation, I decided to switch things up from the regular, “I’m out of office returning on [date] with limited access to email blah blah’ and tried something more creative instead. I got back to the office with lots of laughs and really fun responses. Now, I can’t go back to the regular OOO emails anymore. Lol.

Sharing some more options for you whenever you need them. What option would you be trying?

PS: Don’t forget to add a contact email who is covering for you while away, to these messages because corporate is still corporate haha.

What option would you be trying out? Option one is totally my fave

Tips for taking amazing photos of yourself while t

Tips for taking amazing photos of yourself while traveling solo. Just because you go alone doesn't mean your photos have to suck. If I had a dollar for how many people asked, "so how are you getting these photos when you are traveling by yourself."

Here's a little breakdown of how I do it.

1.) My number one is - Get a tripod and remote. I actually carry my tripod even when I am traveling with others because you can really control the outcome and if you're like me, you know your best angles!

2.) I also love hiring photographers for a one-hour session. This is when I am in the mood for professional looking shots and especially in cases where I do not want to take my tripod with me in public. I find them mostly on Instagram by searching [Name of city photographer. E.g San Juan photographer]. Usually on Instagram you can see their portfolio and can vet them that way. Slide in their DMs, inquire about their dates and voila. I always offer cash payments in this case - you know, just in case.

3.) Photo tours on Airbnb experiences are the best! You can tour the city and get photographed at the same time which is a win-win. And I love that they can be quite affordable depending on the city.
4.) Finally - ask people! Just ask. Of course use your discretion but I love asking my tour guides or hotel staff to help take a photo and they are more than likely to do it. Also, fellow tourists, especially the ones who look a little less busy and maybe even traveling solo. I often offer to help them and they return the favor.

Hope this was helpful. Let me know what you think. ❤️

Where are you traveling to next? I've been spendin

Where are you traveling to next? I've been spending some time planning my fall travels and feeling excited for the experiences to come. I know we love a good summer vacation, but I also love traveling during the fall - lesser crowds = more value for money. And some destinations are great all-year round so that's always a plus.

Do you find any joy in planning a trip? Or is it something you dread?

SAVE/SHARE. Five things I’ll never do after trav

SAVE/SHARE. Five things I’ll never do after traveling to almost 50 countries (part two). Y’all asked for a second one, so here goes. These are the things I’ve learned to not do while traveling. They keep me safe, save me a ton of hassles, and save me $$$ along the way.

1.) I will never... Not have travel insurance. Sometimes your credit card company covers travel insurance, but if you don't have this, make sure to always pay that little bit extra to get one. I used World Nomads for a while and was fully covered. I'm not traveling without insurance and you shouldn't too.

2.) I will never... Overbook my tours or book all my tours online. I love using websites like Viator and Getyourguide or Airbnb experiences to book my activities, but I also like to leave room for spontaneity or even ask the front desk for suggestions on how to make my itinerary better. Sometimes it works out cheaper when you get there, but you also don't want to go without having a good plan and some pre-booked activities. It's a good balance.

3.) I will never... Arrive a country too late at night, especially when traveling solo. However, sometimes that's the only available choice for you. In this case, I'll book the airport hotel or a hotel close to the airport for that one night and venture into town the next morning.

4.) I will never... Not have digital copies of my important documents. It's also not enough to have it on your phone - send it to your email so you can always access it if anything happens. This also applies to your visa pages and not just your passport page.

5.) I will never... Not pre-arrange airport transfers. You know those people that get to the airport and start looking for taxi drivers right there and then? Couldn't be me! I will either arrange with my hotel in advance or use sites like suntransfers.com or even booking.com to book airport transportation in advance. Always the safest bet.

What would you add to this list? Let me know if you have any questions.

(SAVE+SHARE) Three things you need to know about t

(SAVE+SHARE) Three things you need to know about traveling ✈️

1.) When you book matters! And early birds often get the best prices. Because flight and accommodation prices always fluctuate, it’s best to book early to avoid overpaying for an experience. I always try to book 3-6 months in advance when I can, as I can be certain that I got the best value for money. I recommend this.

2.) Many countries have a passport validity requirement. Countries like Thailand, Singapore, Tanzania, etc. Pay attention to this. If your passport expires in less than 6 months, you may be denied entry into a country. Whenever I get a new passport, I always set a reminder on my phone renew it at least 8 months before it expires.

3.) Don’t sleep on a good travel rewards credit card. If you live in a country with a credit system and still use your debit card for your travel expenses, you’re leaving a lot of money on the table and missing opportunities to build points and mileage towards a free trip. Use credit wisely of course, but a good travel rewards credit card comes with many perks, upgrades, airport lounges, and many more. Get one and flourish!

These are my travel tips for the day. Let me know your thoughts. Feel free to add any more in the comments.

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