Janice Leith Waugh's Blog, page 40

October 4, 2017

Oh, Me Nerves! Enjoying the Culture of Newfoundland

From a scenic trail to a photogenic dog and from catchy local phrases to a haunted hike, this solo traveler truly enjoyed the culture of Newfoundland.

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Published on October 04, 2017 15:09

October 3, 2017

Locals to the Rescue: Kindnesses Extended around the World

I'll never forget the kindness of a stranger on my first solo trip. Members of the Solo Travel Society share stories of how locals help solo travelers.

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Published on October 03, 2017 07:00

October 2, 2017

A Solo Side Trip to Lyon – and French Lessons!

Adding a few days to a business trip gives you travel fun without all the cost. Following a conference in Austria I spent my extra days in France.

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Published on October 02, 2017 05:30

September 27, 2017

Taking the Scenic Route: Road Trip through Medieval Germany

Castles and gardens and bears in surprising places. All this and more was found on this road trip through medieval Germany.

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Published on September 27, 2017 05:30

September 26, 2017

British Columbia by Train: Budget or Luxury. It’s Your Choice.

You have a choice in British Columbia train travel. You can go budget or luxury. Here I compare VIA Rail and the Rocky Mountaineer for price and experience.

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Published on September 26, 2017 05:00

September 25, 2017

When Travel Is the Goal, Not Destination

When travel is the goal, and money is the obstacle, destination may not be the most important factor. Here are some tips for deciding where to go.

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Published on September 25, 2017 07:00

September 22, 2017

Pic of the Week: Thimphu, Bhutan

When you need a break, it's nice to find a bench with a view. This photo overlooking Thimphu in Bhutan was shared by a member of the Solo Travel Society.

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Published on September 22, 2017 07:00

September 20, 2017

Budget Chicago: 32 Free and Low-Cost Tips

Here's what you need to know to stay, explore, eat, and enjoy Chicago on a budget. Another in our series of posts for the world's most expensive cities.

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Published on September 20, 2017 07:00

September 19, 2017

Travel Apps that Save Money and Make Travel Easier

I like to keep travel simple and the experience rich. Here are my go-to travel apps that save money and make travel easier.

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Published on September 19, 2017 05:30

September 18, 2017

Solo Travel, Running and Run Crews

Want to meet people, uncover local gems and stay fit as you travel? Whether you travel solo to run or like to run when you travel solo, here's how to do it.

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Published on September 18, 2017 05:30