This was a first. This was not a “let’s hang out tomorrow” situation as happens so often when I travel solo. This was a date. A dinner date.

I wasn’t sure what to expect but I knew I had to go. Last June was my first visit to New York City since 9/11 and I had to see ground zero as an act of respect. And I wanted to visit the WTC Tribute Center.

What I found was smaller than I expected and far more significant.

Zen can only be experienced solo. Zen is about being totally aware of now – who you are, what you feel in the present. The past and the

On September 14th, I’ll be hosting Meet Plan Go in Toronto. Joining me are Journeywoman, thePlanetD and other long term travel enthusiasts. Please read to the end for details.

This story is about why I am so keen to host the event.

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How does one balance the importance of living in the present with the need to prepare for the future?

Some people don’t contemplate this issue. They simply do what comes naturally – sometimes suffering the consequences of favoring one over the other.

I travel

These shoes aren't made for walking. Tip #9, take care of your feet.

This was written before the trip. It came off without a hitch. It was a great itinerary. Follow up stories can be found at Solo Traveler blog.

When you travel alone, it is important to slip into the scene rather than stand out as a foreigner. Doing so, increases your safety and typically means that you

While, officially, I travel solo, I am seldom solo for long.