I’m Ashley, your solo travel expert.
I’ll help you plan the trip of a lifetime so you can return home with memorable moments (instead of whoopsies & uh-ohs). I was traveling way before we had the conveniences of Booking.com, travel forums, social media and the internet. So, I’m a go-to resource for terrific tips and valuable advice!
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Two days in Hue, Vietnam
From the quaint riverside town of Hoi An, we traveled by bus to Hue, passing through some jaw dropping, big-skied country vistas. It is here that nature exists without airplanes droning overhead or blue skies cut into lanes by intrusive power lines. The...
Five Reasons to Visit Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An is a beautiful UNESCO world heritage site. After five fabulous days, I whittled my favorite adventures down to 5 reasons to visit Hoi An.
The Popular Boat Trip of Nha Trang, Vietnam
The popular boat trip of Nha Trang, Vietnam, is legendary among backpackers. A dance party, alcohol, lunch, and karaoke equals a cheap, fun day trip.
Mui Ne Sand Sledding and on to Da Lat, Vietnam
Sand sledding in Mui Ne, Vietnam, is just fantastic! Rent a metal sheet for $1 and spend the day sand sledding down Mui Ne’s golden sand dunes. Trust me!
Ho Chi Minh City Day Tours: MeKong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels
Eager to see the countryside and historical side of Vietnam, we booked a few Ho Chi Minh City Day tours to explore the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels.
Skiing on Mount Ruapehu, New Zealand
Skiing on Mount Ruapehu in New Zealand’s magnificent snow country offers a refreshing break from the day-to-day humdrum of backing life.
Tongariro Crossing: Best One Day Hike in New Zealand
The Tongariro Crossing, a 19.4 km hike in New Zealand, is a spectacular tramping track. Go alone, take a shuttle, or enjoy a full-day tour.
Those days when you hate traveling
Traveling is a huge part of my past and my experiences shaped me into the person I am today. But – there are those days when everything seems to go wrong, days when I’m almost ready to throw in my travel towel and scream that I hate traveling. Sometimes, traveling just kind of sucks.
Farewell to Tongatapu, Tonga
Tongatapu, Tonga, offered the perfect laid back, no television or Wifi atmosphere before heading back to Auckland, New Zealand.
Relaxing in ‘Eua, Tonga
The Tongan island of ‘Eua boasts hills, rain forests, dramatic coastlines, caves, giant banyan trees, and ancient quarries—a Lost World in the Pacific.
