Author: Lydia
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A Comprehensive Guide to Modern-Day Colonialism in Travel
Listen to the audio version of this article on my podcast gottacaseofwanderlust! A foreword before reading As you may have guessed from the title, this article will be focused on the C-word: colonialism. It’s a controversial yet important topic to discuss to spread awareness about practices that are presently impacting tourism. My intent with this…
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How to travel alone: A guide to becoming more comfortable with your own company
Solo traveling is a way to experience a destination most intimately and profoundly, but to solo travel, you need to be equipped with the knowledge of how to be alone.
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The Journey to Solitude
The significance and steps to travel solo Do you want to travel but have no one to go with? Perfect. Because all you need is yourself! Why solo travel? Solo traveling is an adventure that I recommend to everyone. Undoubtedly, it’s a completely different experience than traveling with someone else; your trip becomes a more…
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Alicante: A Photo Travel Diary
February 2025 Alicante stole my heart in so many ways. For one, I celebrated Valentine’s Day here on a little solo date/trip. For the past several years, I’ve redefined this day that’s traditionally spent with your significant other, and treat it as a day of love in all forms — most especially, self-love. Because there…
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10 mindset shifts about travel (least to most controversial)
How my travel opinions have changed since I first began solo traveling: To hear this in audio format, listen to the podcast episode here: Table of Contents If you know me or have even briefly met me, you know I love to travel. I’ve had a deep desire to explore the world for as long…
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Should I Go to Morocco During Ramadan?
In this article, I will cover: What it’s like to travel to Morocco during Ramadan What celebrating Ramadan is like Is it worth it to visit Morocco during Ramadan?
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Malta: A Photo Travel Diary
January 2025 Islands just capture my entire heart and soul. Malta was a dreamscape and a manifestation of what heaven on Earth is like. I say this after every trip, but Malta is the most beautiful place I’ve ever been. From the melted turquoise waters, incredible gastronomy, and friendly locals — it’s a place I…
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Andalucía: A Photo Travel Diary
January 2025 A week in the Southern part of Spain was simply not enough. I spent 3 days in Sevilla, 3 days in Granada, and 1 day in Córdoba. I adored the sun-drenched small village-style houses bursting with flora, the orange trees everywhere, and the relaxed atmosphere of each city, which was unique in its…
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The “Don’t’s” of Dining in Spain
The restaurant scene was one of the greatest cultural shocks I experienced coming to Spain from the United States. From customer service to mealtime hours, Spain is certainly a different world regarding eating out. Here are some tips you should know before visiting a bar or restaurant in Spain. 1. Don’t come starving Trust me…
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Everything You Need to Know About Hostels
Your What, Why, and How Questions Answered Why I Love Hostels Have you ever become best friends with someone you just met? The weird but wonderful phenomenon of spending one day with a person but feeling like you’ve known them for years? When suddenly, you feel more connected with a stranger than most of your…
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