by Alyssa Ramos Follow up post to my recent article in The Huffington Post, “Yes, I’m Pretty and I’m Traveling Alone” Yes, I got the typical hate-comments from my recent Huffington Post Article, most of which just re-stated the opening sentence that I wrote about how I expected some people to immediately jump to judge me for writing it, even...
via JohnnyJet.com Want to know how to travel in style, just like the pros? We check in with frequent fliers to find out how often they fly, their favorite destinations and what they never leave home without. Name: Alyssa Ramos Occupation: Travel Writer Hometown: Jupiter, FL Residence: West Hollywood, California College: Florida State University College major:Biology...
by Alyssa Ramos What’s the best way to get local insights, tips, and information about a country you’re traveling to? Ask a local of course! Before my Iceland trip, I researched the awesome travel blog, StuckinIceland.com, and asked Jon Thorsteinsson some questions to get a better idea of Iceland, and what to do there. Check out his suggestions and travel...
That’s the thing about Cuba — it’s a living time capsule where romance prevails and there’s a general appreciation and respect for each other. By Alyssa Ramos via GeoChic.com Fierce notes from a rusted trumpet wail and dance through the dry, salty Havana air that whirls along the Malecón at sunset. The trumpet player with his frayed fedora hat and cotton pants is one...
by Alyssa Ramos People tend to make friends with people who share similar interests, and looking back to my elementary school days, I can definitely say that my best friend and I were always looking for adventures. That’s why now it doesn’t surprise me at all that while I’m on a constant travel adventure, she’s on a constant adventure as...
Find out what inspires co-founder of Reset Retreat in Belize to be a solo traveler! Great for solo travelers or anyone thinking of doing a trip!
by Felicity Howlett If you thought an elevator was just a means of getting from one floor to another, think again. Join one of our collaborators, Holiday Lettings on the ultimate elevator rides, from Bürgenstock to Stockholm, that’ll leave you on top of the world. 1. The Shard, London, UK Jetting up at six metres a second is impressive and the views from the top are...
Every self-respecting city has a fountain at its core, but which ones make the biggest splash?
by Contributing Writer, Greig Santos-Buch Did you know there’s a relatively small and beautiful island tucked away in one corner of the world with upwards of 150 vintners producing beautiful wines? That’s because Tasmania, yes, you heard that right, Tasmania, provides an optional climate for some special grapes intertwined with beautiful scenery. While...
by Alyssa Ramos Come find your next travel adventure at the 10th annual Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show, February 21-22! Thousands of travelers will come to the largest travel show in the U.S. to scope out their next adventures at the Long Beach Convention Center, including me! The two-day show will feature destination exhibitors, speaker stages, cooking...