Preparing for the Nostalgic Chapter as a Solo Traveller
I’m preparing for another mini chapter of travel, life, adventure, curiosity and experience. If I were to talk to younger Anna (even 2 years ago younger Anna), it’d go something like this.
While the decision to go abroad again as a solo traveller feels overwhelming, scary, nerve-wracking, already anticipating future decision fatigue and questioning why you’re embarking on this challenge again…. *breath*
… remember the glass half full version of the story.
The side of the story where you get to excel as an independent woman, learning about yourself. That your extroverted battery drains quickly yet you recharge solo quickly and crave socializing again. You seek deeper connections and complex conversations that make you perceive the world in a different way, combined with learning about a new culture or language, or the curiosity of how the person in front of you was raised and have spent their life until the age they present themselves in front of you at.
Don’t forget some of your closest friends are now your online work colleagues, podcast co-host and people who have opened your doors to spend time together 🥹
Yes, it feels like there is a never-ending to do list before you get on the flight, but won’t there always be in the game of life
Just eat that frog like you and Shandi keep talking about and take each task moment by moment to prepare yourself in the way that feels best for you. Some may prepare spontaneously, others more calculated. Do what feels right.
sneaking in the last hike / camp in the Rocky Mountains for the summer
Review your packing list, it’s likely you forgot something. Because as one travel friend just shared (hi neighbour 👋🏻):
“...I have just reviewed it, and although we are experienced travellers, I found some items I had not thought of.😊. It was quite comprehensive, I must say!”
… you may not think of some items in the heat of the departure too.
Cheers travel friend, to another week before a new chapter in your book. Just remember that the beginning is in a country with plenty of nostalgia, good company and bikes waiting for you 😉.
Now tell me, do you have an upcoming trip you’re excited for? Write it in the comments and let me know.
Ciao for now!
Anna
OCTOBER POP-UP COLIVING AND WORKATION IN MONTENEGRO FOR REMOTE WORKERS
2 - 4 Weeks with sea and mountain views for Remote Workers
I created this coliving with the excitement to highlight a destination that has brought me joy, is *non-schengen* and filled with activities, a relaxed environment, beautiful views and the ability to have built in friendships while working remotely.
The focus is to support our professional endeavours and HAVE FUN!
Imagine…
Walks to the beach
Cotton candy swirled sunsets on the mountain side
Community gatherings and skill exchanges
Eating meals together
Hikes, swims, group workouts led by a trainer
Flexible schedule with outdoor / indoor coworking space (with a bar on the weekend)
Private wine tasting
Option to attend a digital nomad conference (first come first serve - no extra cost)
📆 Sept 27 – Oct 27
📍 Near Bar, Montenegro
🏡 Private apartments with balconies, kitchenettes, bathrooms and bonus shared rooftop with extra kitchen and terrace.
Space is moving! If you can't make it share this with your remote working friend.
FAVOURITES
📺 Watching
What’s an underrated TV series you're loving right now?
🍌 Num in my Tum
Can’t wait to bring my collapsible coffee filter travelling for the first time and get to buy beans from local coffee shops
✈️ Travel Fav
Carabiners are incredibly handy for water bottles, keys, hats, shoes, really connecting anything that’s loose
WHERE SHE BUILDS | EP. 9
The Tools to Thrive as a Nomadic Solopreneur
Paper planners vs. digital tools, ideal weeks vs. real ones—turns out we run our businesses in totally different ways.
We compare how we stay organized across time zones, tools we actually use (from Calendly to Canva to ChatGPT), and the small systems that keep our businesses running while we’re traveling.
TRAVEL RESOURCES
Where to rest:
booking.com | find local apartments and rooms with a great rewards system
HostelWorld | most affordable accommodations with an awesome chat feature
IHG Hotels and Resorts | first chain of hotels I inquire with staying
Worldpackers | exchanged your skills for experiences
Trusted Housesitters | find a furry companion along with a place to rest
What to do:
GetYourGuide | one stop shop to find activities with trusted reviews
GuruWalk | the only platform I use to explore a city with a local
How to get around:
FlixBus | searches their own buses and local companies for solutions
Kiwi | Great to play the “let’s look up flights” research game
Tools to for a better trip:
Airalo | Go to e-sim provider for over 3 years
Safety Wing | International travel health and nomad insurance with great start and stop option
Holafly | Fav e-sim for unlimited data when remote working
Creative Lunch Club | match monthly with new creators around the world
Wise | Favourite way to handle money internationally
LARQ | the indestructible water bottle that actually keeps water cold
What I use as a creator:
Kit | fantastic newsletter marketing platform with great automation options
Epidemic Sound | the only royalty-free music library I trust
Squarespace | website and email host and online store
Travel Payouts | earn money while people book travel
KraftGeek | magnetic tripod for easy phone mounting