Activites

Washington, D.C.
Plan ahead. Contact your Congressman
and your Senator’s office.
Let them know when you will be there and
ask for a personal tour. Sitting in on the
House of Representatives and the Senate
while in session is a memorable experience
you’ll unlikely forget and it’s a perfect activity
for that solo traveler.

Richmond, VA
Heading into the South I found the roads, the homes,
and topography didn’t seem to change, but the
flavor distinct. From the Colonial era to the Civil War
and beyond, Richmond offers plenty of chances to experience history.
Here the Capitol Building of Virginia replicates the White House in D.C.,
but without the fences and the tourists. Even on a
Saturday afternoon, the downtown area of
Richmond is quiet. Other than a farmer’s market
near several blocks of eateries on old cobblestone
streets in the Shockoe area, not too much is
happening on a Saturday afternoon.

Yet a visit to the Old Jefferson Hotel
will make your trip memorable.
Have a cocktail, cup of tea, or just kick back
and take in the history this famous
landmark has to offer. And take the time
to enjoy the walking tour at the hotel.

visit Old Jefferson Hotel’s website

Cherry Hill, New Jersey
From Cherry Hill you can easily go to Philadelphia by bus, train, or car.
Or head East to Atlantic City! The BOLT Bus will get you from Cherry Hill to Port Authority in New York City in less than an hour and a half and for
under $15.00 !

Philadelphia, PA
Eating your way thru the City of Brotherly Love! Home of the Cheese Steak, Rita’s Italian “Water Ice” and the famed downtown Reading Terminal.
Junk food heaven, for sure. Yet, outside of New York, (and you are outside New York)...some of the best Deli’s in the country. Don’t miss Schlesinger’s
at 1521 Locust Street for your fix! Matzah Balls, Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup, Corned Beef sandwiches, Knishes----you name it and there’s even a big pickle bar. It’s all good and also very affordable.

New York City, NY
Put on your walking shoes. There’s fun everywhere! And don’t forget biking
through the city. There are all kinds of trails...(we’ve even a story sent in by someone visiting out site....check it out. Click stories & blogs.

FLORIDA.....

Sarasota, Florida

Siesta Keys, Florida
Siesta Key is a beautiful barrier island eight miles
long just offshore of Sarasota. You will find it alive with tropical atmosphere, blessed with the "world's finest, whitest beaches," filled with charming hideaways, and always offering plenty to do - but it is also a place to relax, and let the warm breezes, cool water and soft sand transport you to your personal paradise!

Saint Armand’s Circle, Florida
Enjoy casual fare from the many specialty food shops or dine
leisurely on superb cuisine from around the world.Fulfill your
shopping passions with fashion elegance, fine collectables,
antiques, crystal, china and precious gems.

Anna Maria Island, Florida
Love the sun? But can no longer bake under it? How about these:
Beaches (with tree shade) Sandbar restaurant is right on the sand!

Gulfport, Florida
Shopping in eclectic stores and eating awesome crab cakes!
An undiscovered little community in old Tampa. Take a trip back in time!
Art, live music and a return to the seventies!

visit Gulfport website

Naples, Florida

CLAM PASS Aprx 2 miles of
tree-lined boardwalk to the
Beach. With trams passing
from the Naples Grande Hotel
regularly, this walkway provides a safe way to get some great
exercise and the beach is just beautiful...dig your feet in and you’ll find a gazillian shells. And there was even some shade on the beach under boardwalk! What a find!

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Las Olas , the posh downtown area filled with cafes and boutiques. I enjoyed gaspacho at a delightful crepe cafe,

California

San Diego, CA

Balboa Park --- Here you can lose yourself for days!

Old Town, taste Mexico without crossing the border!
Step back in time into a colorful world of fun and entertainment in beautiful Historic Old Town San Diego, the Birthplace of California where the first Europeans settled. Around every corner there is more history waiting for you. The finest in professional theatre, artisans, galleries and shops are all within easy walking distance with free live entertainment, mariachis, dancers, period attire docents providing tours and more.
Old Town San Diego is nestled in heart of San Diego, with more than 150 shops, award-winning restaurants, 17 museums, and historical sites. Old Town is just a short walk from the San Diego Trolley Transit Center and a short drive from most San Diego destinations.

Anthology for intimate concerts...
easy parking, solo seating, great venue!
Click the blue Anthology to check out
their awesome website!

Little Italy Farmers Market on Saturday mornings!

Los Angeles, CA
Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
Drawing locals and world travelers
alike, Downtown Santa Monica is a
popular Southern California coastal destination, minutes from beaches and the Pacific Ocean. The world-famous Third Street Promenade is known for its weekly farmers’ markets, fabulous dining, terrific shopping and engaging street performers. This is where your beach, your dining and your entertainment are “one” !

The Grove at Farmer’s Market
What a great addition next to the
old famed Farmer’s Market!
Waiting to go to Price Is Right?
This unique center is right next door
to the studio. There’s shopping, dining,
movies....and great people watching
visit The Grove’s website

Sunset Plaza on the Sunset Strip (star searching?)
A chic, little two-block strip of boutiques and outdoor cafés nestled between Hollywood & Beverly Hills, Sunset Plaza's trendy bistros line both sides of the Sunset Strip adding a European flair to West Hollywood.
The little shops feature big prices and attract celebs, as well as residents of the posh neighborhoods to the west. Armani A/X, H. Lorenzo, Butler & Wilson, Nicole Miller and Oliver Peoples are all here.

Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills

New Zealand

Graveyards! Islands! B&B’s
I traveled solo to New Zealand in June. Season’s end. Activities included trolling through graveyards, walking desolate islands, and begging the hosts of the bed and breakfast to please join their solo, and only, guest for breakfast!
An incredibly reflective experience in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Catch my blog.

Here’s what I found as I traveled the East Coast......Six States in Six Days....so scroll down &

then keep scrolling down to find California, Florida & New Mexico, New Zealand, Music Cruises, and Jungle Paradises

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Nature speaks....

White House, D.C. and

White House, Richmond VA...look the same only one’s guarded, one’s not!

The stretch of shops and boutiques on Rodeo Drive is only three blocks long. It is here that the rich & famous do their shopping, and where tourists window-shop while trying to spot movie stars on the fabled street. So many sidewalk cafes for the solo traveler to just kick back and get a load of some real action!

Cabin for One
Washington Post writer Andrea Sachs recently wrote an article regarding Norwegian Cruise Line coming up with a practical package for singles: One used to be the loneliest number on a cruise ship. During mealtimes, One would be relegated to the misfits’ corner of the dining room or seated with families who aired their most intimate details between bites. On shore excursions, One was a outlier, a solitary snorkel in an ocean of multiples. In the top-deck pool, One swam alone. Worst of all, One was forced to pay for two, despite One’s singular status. But a few months ago, One’s fortunes substantially improved with the launch of Norwegian Cruise Line’s new ship Epic. Unprecedented in the cruising world, the 4,100-passenger boat carved out 128 studios with single-occupancy rates and created an exclusive lounge for soloists, eliminating the creepy factor of cozying up to unsuspecting strangers.
Solo travelers can now cruise and enjoy the experience without having to be punished for being single. The singles are being celebrated!

Comfortable Activities for You While Traveling Alone....

Off-beat, indy-type films & with a cool tapas bar next door for pre-show snacks...

My first B&B experience ever! And it was GREAT!

Ducks Crossing Cottage, Devonport, NZ. Hosts:

Gwenda & Peter Mark-Woods

Click on names of places

to see their websites.

Over 50 Traveling Solo.com

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Island Hopping in New Zealand

Click on names of places

to see their websites.

Click on names of places

to see their websites.

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SINGLE n’SOLO

CREATIVE FORCES

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SINGLE n’SOLO

CREATIVE FORCES

Baltimore’s Inner Harbor