Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


The Most Fabulous Shopping Street in Paris

The Most Fabulous Shopping Street in Paris

Looking to be inspired by fashion? Travel to Paris and spend a day along the Avenue Montaigne, one of the most fabulous shopping streets in the world. For solo travelers visiting the "City of Lights" enjoy this blog highlighting my personal Paris makeover and the memorable day I enjoyed on the Avenue Montaigne.

Episode 060: Musee l'Orangerie

Episode 060: Musee l'Orangerie

Cultural enrichment is important to many solo travelers. Musée de l' Orangerie when in Paris is not to be missed! Find out why I am an advocate of this culturally rich sight ,full of some of the most celebrated Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in the world, located in the heart of Paris on my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk. 

Episode 059: The Seine - Soul of Paris plus Dinner Cruising

Episode 059: The Seine - Soul of Paris plus Dinner Cruising

Experiencing Paris as a solo traveler is delightful but key to a great trip is to know what “must do” things you should focus on. A River Seine dinner cruise, padlocks of love, "magical" beaches that appear for the summer... The Seine has history and spectacular sights that are the soul of the City of Lights. On my new solo travel podcast, I investigate the Seine, plus share how to balance "touristy" activities with authentic experiences. 

Smart Money Saving Planning Tips for the Solo Traveler

Smart Money Saving Planning Tips for the Solo Traveler

Taking a solo trip may seem like a daunting task. For some, traveling alone is a far-off dream they can’t seems to conceptualize. Her are a few tips to help you set your travel dreams into motion with a little trip planning and money saving tips.

Episode 055: Avenue Montaigne

Episode 055: Avenue Montaigne

Looking for the “best of the best” when traveling alone in Paris. Refinement, luxury, opulence--all this and more can be found on Avenue Montaigne in Paris. On the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I take you to this fabulous destination and share why it should be on the solo traveler's itinerary. 

Five Best Luxury Lounges in Paris for the Solo Traveler

Five Best Luxury Lounges in Paris for the Solo Traveler

When in Paris, treat yourself to a great craft cocktail or a glass of fine French wine at one of the most elegant lounges in the world. Click here to read my list of the Top 5 Best Luxury Lounges in the City of Light. These are places I feel like I can relax as a solo traveler without a worry in the world!

Episode 053: Elegant Parisian Lounges Not to Miss

Episode 053: Elegant Parisian Lounges Not to Miss

A votre sante! When traveling solo enjoy the elegance and sophistication of Paris that can be found in the superbly managed bars and lounges of the City of Lights. I take you on a tour of five not-to-be-missed after hours establishments well suited for the solo traveler on the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk. 

Episode 052: Hotel Regina, Affordable Luxury Gem in Paris

Episode 052: Hotel Regina, Affordable Luxury Gem in Paris

Looking for a five star hotel in Paris that is affordable? Listen to this episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, and be transported to Paris and discover the Hotel Regina where I profile this gem of a hotel plus explore affordable luxury and how solo travelers can get more luxury for less when traveling the world alone. 

Want to Travel to the Best City in the World? Art Routes San Miguel de Allende is the One!

Want to Travel to the Best City in the World? Art Routes San Miguel de Allende is the One!

Learn about AstridTravel’s second Art Routes Tour which was a 7 day art-themed tour of San Miguel de Allende, named Travel + Leisure's 2017 Best City in the World, created in conjunction with the Art Council of Greater Baton Rouge. While this tour has come and gone the AstridTravel Club will be offering a similar tour in 2020 and beyond.

Episode 051: Pick Your Paris Theme

Episode 051: Pick Your Paris Theme

Most successful solo travel trips have a focus. I created a fashion and a Lady’s theme for my recent trip to Paris, and you can, too! Hear all about my Style and Fashion focused trip on my new solo travel podcast episode, and get inspired to craft your own themed Paris visit.