The Best Time of Year to Visit Greece
Lower prices, lower crowds, and a whole lot less going on (for better or worse).
Kathleen O'Donnell
It’s (Literally) All Greek to Me: New Attempts at an Old Language
On knowing an ancient version of a modern language, and the challenges of a different alphabet.
Crete: Wild, Weird, Wonderful
Finding the beauty in the unexpected on Greece’s largest island – tiny cats, friendly locals, and too much incredible food.
The Hostel Survival Guide for the Over-30 Solo Female Traveler
I love staying in hostels – as a solo female traveler, it’s easy to meet people in a safe and welcoming environment. Here’s how to pick one you’ll love and get a great night’s sleep in a dorm.
How to Enjoy Eating Alone While Traveling Solo
Going out to eat alone can be intimidating, but it can also fun (and a power move). Here’s how to do it when you’re traveling alone.
Athens Antics: A Modern and Ancient City
Visiting Athens as a solo female traveler is heaven – friendly strangers, safe streets, excellent coffee. Just watch out for those scooters!
Santorini Solo Travel: A 5 Step Guide to Having Fun
How to have the time of your life traveling alone to Santorini, Greece: why it’s a top destination for solo female travel.
Akrotiri: The Ancient Atlantis on Santorini?
Santorini is a hot modern destination for travel – but the ancient mysteries of Minoan Akrotiri is more interesting to me than pool selfies and hot clubs.
I Capture the Castle: Staying in a Burgundy Chateau
Taking my own solo self on a romantic two-day stay in Burgundy chateau – leaning into the art of self-romance and eating all the cheese.
Opera on the Cheap in Paris: What You Need to Know
Going to see an opera in Paris is an unmissable experience – if you can afford it. But if you’re prepared, you can watch opera for just €5 with some easy tips.