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The Trips That Started It All: Mexico and the Caribbean

The Trips That Started It All: Mexico and the Caribbean

2026-10-11 · DeeJay Alex

Part One of My Travel Adventures There are certain memories from travelling that stay with you for years, and quite often they're not the ones you'd expect. You might spend an afte…

The Death of the Neighborhood: How Airbnb is Evicting Communities and What We Must Do to Stop It

The Death of the Neighborhood: How Airbnb is Evicting Communities and What We Must Do to Stop It

2026-09-25 · DeeJay Alex

Remember the original promise of Airbnb? It was pitched to us as a utopian vision of global connection. The marketing showed us wide-eyed travelers sleeping on a friendly local’s a…

Hiroshima & Miyajima: A Journey Through History, Food, and Pure Adventure

Hiroshima & Miyajima: A Journey Through History, Food, and Pure Adventure

2026-05-12 · DeeJay Alex

Part One: Arriving in the City of Peace I had just finished my visit to Osaka. I cannot believe how exciting Osaka was. I even ventured into the social nightlife scene — a vibrant,…

I Discovered Solo Travel By Accident. Then I Wrote a Book About It.

I Discovered Solo Travel By Accident. Then I Wrote a Book About It.

2026-05-09 · DeeJay Alex

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 …

Countries I've Visited, Ranked by How Easy It Is to Travel Solo

Countries I've Visited, Ranked by How Easy It Is to Travel Solo

2026-04-28 · DeeJay Alex

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…

The Solo Traveller's Honest Guide to Eating Alone in Europe (Without Feeling Weird About It)

The Solo Traveller's Honest Guide to Eating Alone in Europe (Without Feeling Weird About It)

2026-03-02 · DeeJay Alex

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…

Venice Water Bus: Your Guide to Riding the Vaporetto Like a Local

Venice Water Bus: Your Guide to Riding the Vaporetto Like a Local

2026-02-13 · DeeJay Alex

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 …

Discovering Le Marais: Paris' Best-Kept Secret (That's Actually Right Under Your Nose)

Discovering Le Marais: Paris' Best-Kept Secret (That's Actually Right Under Your Nose)

2026-01-25 · DeeJay Alex

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…

Your First 10 Days Solo in Europe: A Practical Planning Guide

Your First 10 Days Solo in Europe: A Practical Planning Guide

2026-01-17 · DeeJay Alex

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…

Takeshita Street: A Journey Through Tokyo's Youth Culture

Takeshita Street: A Journey Through Tokyo's Youth Culture

2026-01-11 · DeeJay Alex

Welcome to Harajuku's Beating HeartStep off the train at JR Harajuku Station and use the Takeshita Exit for the street entrance across the road. Tokyo’s official tourism guide desc…

How to Use AI Tools to Design a Personalized Solo 2026 Itinerary

How to Use AI Tools to Design a Personalized Solo 2026 Itinerary

2026-01-04 · DeeJay Alex

Updated: October 12, 2026.An AI tool can help you turn a jumble of travel ideas into a first draft. For a solo trip, the useful part is being able to explain your pace, budget, and…

The Rise of 'Slow Travel': A 2026 Guide for Solo Travelers Seeking Deeper Immersion

The Rise of 'Slow Travel': A 2026 Guide for Solo Travelers Seeking Deeper Immersion

2026-01-03 · DeeJay Alex

Welcome to 2026 — Let's Slow Down TogetherOkay, real talk. If you're staring at a blank calendar trying to figure out your travel plans for 2026, you're not alone. Between the FIFA…

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