City Guides
Bridges, Books, and Roasters: Why Portland Belongs on Every Solo Traveler’s Map
Portland does not hide its quirky, independent spirit. Historic steel bridges span the wide Willamette River. Towering Douglas…
Contributor
Bryan Wolfe
Bryan Wolfe spent years traveling the world on someone else's schedule. Then he became an empty nester, reclaimed his passport, and hasn't looked back. Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Bryan has sailed on some of the world's largest cruise ships, wandered through Europe on his own terms, and developed a firm belief that the best solo travel years don't start until your fifties. He founded GoingSolo.Life to build the resource he wished had existed when he started — honest, practical, and written for travelers who know exactly what they want. He's also a Fora-certified travel advisor, which means he can help you plan the trip, not just inspire it.
Writing by Bryan Wolfe
Food & Dining
The Solo Traveler’s Guide to Wine Bars in Europe
Walking into a formal European restaurant alone can feel daunting. White tablecloths, slow pacing, and full-bottle lists cater…
City Guides
Volcanic Ridges and Royal Heritage: Why Honolulu Rewards the Independent Island Traveler
Honolulu does not fit the simple image of a generic beach resort. The emerald, razor-sharp volcanic ridges of…
City Guides
Coquina Walls and Spanish Bastions: Why St. Augustine Belongs on the Solo Traveler’s Radar
St. Augustine does not feel like the rest of Florida. Ancient Spanish coquina stone walls overlook the calm…
Slow Travel
Announcing FLORIDA: The Complete Solo Traveler’s Guide — Pre-Order Now on Kindle & Apple Books
Florida has never had just one personality. For example, you can be surrounded by neon and nightlife on…
City Guides
Limestone and Grand Vintages: Why Bordeaux Belongs on Every Solo Traveler’s Map
Bordeaux does not rely on rustic charm. Monumental 18th-century limestone facades curve along the sweeping crescent of the…
City Guides
The Pink City of Aviation: Why Toulouse Belongs on the Solo Traveler’s Map
Toulouse glows under the southwestern sun. Warm, rose-tinted terracotta bricks craft the facades of grand mansions and medieval…
Travel
Storybook Cottages and Coastal Cliffs: Why Carmel-by-the-Sea Rewards the Solo Wanderer
Carmel-by-the-Sea does not feel like a standard California beach town. Whimsical, fairytale-style stone cottages hide beneath towering Monterey…
Cruises
Expanding Our Horizons: Cruise Guides, Directories, and Tools Are Coming to GoingSolo.Life!
When GoingSolo.Life first began— originally launching as cruisebeyondhorizons.com — it was rooted in a love for maritime travel.…
City Guides
Frontier Horizons: Why Anchorage Rewards the Solo Northern Traveler
Anchorage does not share the horizon with suburban sprawl. The dramatic, snow-capped Chugach Mountains rise sharply along the…