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  • Cultural Etiquette: How to Engage Respectfully as a Solo Female Traveler (and Not Be That Tourist)

    Cultural Etiquette: How to Engage Respectfully as a Solo Female Traveler (and Not Be That Tourist)

    Let’s set the scene: you’ve just landed in a new country—passport stamped, adventure in your eyes, ready to live out your wanderlust dreams. But wait! Before you dive headfirst into the local culture (which, yes, involves trying the food, learning the language, and Instagramming all the things), there’s one key detail to keep in mind:…

    Sondra

    September 24, 2024
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  • Navigating Microaggressions and Bias as a Woman of Color While Traveling: A Survival Guide with a Lil’ Spice

    Navigating Microaggressions and Bias as a Woman of Color While Traveling: A Survival Guide with a Lil’ Spice

    Alright, let’s get real for a second. We love travel, right? As women of color, hitting the road solo can be everything—it’s empowering, freeing, and eye-opening. But there’s an extra layer to our wanderlust that doesn’t often get talked about: microaggressions and bias. Because while we’re out there snapping pics of dreamy sunsets and trying…

    Sondra

    September 22, 2024
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  • Staying Safe and Stylish as a Solo Female Traveler: A Guide with Sass and Smarts

    Staying Safe and Stylish as a Solo Female Traveler: A Guide with Sass and Smarts

    Let’s face it: being a solo female traveler is the ultimate flex. You’re out there conquering the world one city (or country) at a time, tasting new foods, meeting fascinating people, and taking all the drool-worthy Instagram photos. But as you zip up your suitcase and prep for your next adventure, one thing’s for sure:…

    Sondra

    September 21, 2024
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  • Travel Smarter, Not Harder: The Best Mobile Apps for Frequent Travelers (Because We Need More Than Just a Selfie Filter)

    Travel Smarter, Not Harder: The Best Mobile Apps for Frequent Travelers (Because We Need More Than Just a Selfie Filter)

    Listen, we all love a good vacation pic, but when you’re a frequent traveler—especially a solo female traveler, woman of color, or plus-size adventurer—you need more than just apps that make your Instagram pop. You need apps that have your back when navigating a new city, finding the best foodie spots, or making sure you’re…

    Sondra

    September 20, 2024
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  • The Solo Female Traveler’s Ultimate Guide to US Passport Applications and Expedited Travel Programs

    The Solo Female Traveler’s Ultimate Guide to US Passport Applications and Expedited Travel Programs

    Hey, wanderlust warriors! 🌍✈️ Whether you’re daydreaming about sipping espresso in a cozy Italian café or chasing sunsets in Bali, the first step on your adventure is a passport. And if you’re looking to breeze through airport security like a travel ninja, I’ve got the lowdown on TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and Clear. Buckle up;…

    Sondra

    September 19, 2024
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  • Solo Traveler’s Guide: Lisbon, Portugal

    Solo Traveler’s Guide: Lisbon, Portugal

    We’re creating the perfect itinerary for solo travelers to explore the magic and history of Lisbon, Portugal (and the beautiful places you can visit from there in a day)! Ahh, Lisbon! Picture this: cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, wafts of freshly baked pastéis de nata (I personally ate 2-3 per day, minimum), and the Atlantic breeze…

    April 29, 2024
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  • What to See & Where to Eat: Mykonos, Greece

    What to See & Where to Eat: Mykonos, Greece

    Mykonos, Greece was the first European destination I headed to after only heading to Italy a few times. I went for a modeling trip, and I was not prepared for how breathtaking it was! I had to “work” while I was there, but that meant sailing the Aegean Sea in a catamaran, taking a short…

    Sondra

    March 23, 2023
    Travel Guides
    Greece, Mykonos, Mykonos Greece, Mykonos Travel tips, solo female travel, Travel Guides
  • Welcome Back!

    Welcome Back!

    It’s been a minute, fam! Somehow, in 2021, my website completely disappeared. I know, I don’t get it, either. It took me a while to fully understand and mourn the fact that Curves and a Carry On was gone. All the work I poured into sharing my travels, photos, and stories. More importantly, sharing YOUR…

    Sondra

    January 5, 2023
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