Honest travel stories and practical advice for solo and LGBTQ+ travellers, with a special welcome for those starting after 50.
Hey, I’m DeeJay Alex. I’m a gay man in my sixties, a retired DJ and the author of No Plus One Required. My travels have included trips with others and solo journeys, including Puerto Vallarta in 2021 and 2022 and Costa Rica.
How a two-day split in Rome changed the way I think about travel — and led to a complete guide for gay men who want to go it alone. Let me tell you how this started. I was in Rome …
An honest ranking — no sugarcoating, no scare tactics — just what you actually need to know. Practical notes updated 12 October 2026. This is a personal comparison of selected dest…
For anyone who has ever hidden behind a menu, pretended to be very interested in their phone, or speed-eaten a croissant while standing over a bin just to avoid the theatre of eati…
You've just arrived in Venice, and you're standing at the edge of the Grand Canal, completely mesmerized by the view. The water shimmers, the historic palaces tower above you, and …
You know that feeling when you think you've got Paris all figured out, and then the city just laughs at you? That was us with Le Marais.We booked our stay at the Hôtel du Plat d'Ét…
A practical starting point for Canadian LGBTQ+ travellers. Ten days can be enough for a rewarding first solo trip, provided you give yourself time to arrive, settle in and move bet…
Let's be real for a second: the idea of solo travel sounds thrilling right up until the moment you actually have to plan it. Then suddenly your browser has forty-seven tabs open, y…
Planning your next big trip is genuinely one of life's great pleasures. But sometimes being a savvy traveler means knowing when to pivot — because showing up to a dream destination…
Toronto's dining scene is a vibrant tapestry of global flavors, and after years of exploring the city's culinary landscape, I've discovered some absolute gems that keep me coming b…
Looking for a solo trip with access to LGBTQ+ community, culture or nightlife? These ten destinations offer different starting points for research. Choose according to the kind of …