Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


See Some of NOLA's Best Art at White Linen Night

See Some of NOLA's Best Art at White Linen Night

Get ready for a good, old fashioned New Orleans block party! Sponsored by Whitey Bank, Whitney White Linen Night is a chance for the Warehouse District, which has distinguished itself as being New Orleans's art epicenter, to show off NOLA’s thriving art scene.

Three Foodie Meccas for Solo Travelers

Three Foodie Meccas for Solo Travelers

We all need to eat, but some people love the food experience more than others. Foodies have a particular interest in what they eat and seek out unique dishes and experiences no matter where they are traveling. Here are three American food meccas that will satisfy anyone traveler - solo or not - looking for interesting food adventures.

Enjoy Fabulous Meals for a Bargain During NOLA's Coolinary Month

Enjoy Fabulous Meals for a Bargain During NOLA's Coolinary Month

During the month of August, experience cuisine that delights your palate and is an integral part of the history and culture of New Orleans. This annual culinary tradition features specially priced prix-fixe lunch, dinner and brunch menus, all at an incredibly affordable price!

Episode 077: Heading Out for a While - Long Trip Planning

Episode 077: Heading Out for a While - Long Trip Planning

Longer trip planning takes a different approach when traveling alone. On the new episode of my solo travel podcast, Solo Travel Talk, I use the backdrop of New Orleans to explore how to head out for a trip of either multiple weeks or months. Don’t miss my long term trip planning tips for the solo traveler; Tune In!

Want to be Led By Locals? Try Airbnb Experiences in New Orleans

Want to be Led By Locals? Try Airbnb Experiences in New Orleans

Airbnb Experiences are excursions or other interesting activities designed and led by local hosts, giving solo travelers unique access into the fascinating places and activities in a city. Learn more about the many New Orleans Airbnb Experiences that are available to people traveling alone to the Big Easy that choose Airbnb for their accommodations.

Go Off the Beaten Path in New Orleans: Check Out Algiers Point

Go Off the Beaten Path in New Orleans: Check Out Algiers Point

New Orleans has so much more to offer than its tourist attractions. Visiting NOLA and looking for something to do that is a little off the beaten path? Check out Algiers Point, the best kept secret in New Orleans and its second oldest neighborhood!

Episode 076: Solo Travel with Limited Time in New Orleans

Episode 076: Solo Travel with Limited Time in New Orleans

Only have a short time to visit New Orleans when traveling alone? I’ll help you maximize your solo travel no matter how much time you have in the most fabulous southern city in the US.. Using New Orleans as my example, I give you lots of travel tips on how to maximize your time as a solo traveler in any city, even if you have just a few hours.

Festivals to Attend in New Orleans in July

Festivals to Attend in New Orleans in July

While New Orleans in July is very hot, airfare and hotel rates are the cheapest in the summer. Plus, there is a ton going on! Here’s a list of a few of our favorite festivals and events happening in New Orleans in the steamy month of July!

Our Favorite New Orleans Instagram Accounts

Our Favorite New Orleans Instagram Accounts

With magic around every corner, New Orleans is one of the most Instagram-able cities in the world. We've compiled a list of our favorite New Orleans Instagrammers to inspire the solo traveler to make New Orleans their next solo adventure destination.

SABA: The Hottest New Restaurant in New Orleans

SABA: The Hottest New Restaurant in New Orleans

Looking for the hottest new restaurant to dine in when traveling solo to New Orleans? Saba, is award-winning chef, Alon Shaya’s, newest restaurant specializing in Isreali food. Yum!