Photo by Mike, Underwater Exploring I love Key West. Well, I love all the Florida Keys, really. But Key West has its own unique flavor… think chickens wandering around, six-toed cats, alcohol, key lime pie, and unusual, vibrant, very “Florida” art galleries. It’s 90 miles from Cuba and surrounded by ocean, yet doesn't feel “beachy.” Plus, it’s known for having a drinking and partying culture. I know, I know. This blog is an “introvert channel.” And Key West, the party city, doesn’t really[...]
If you’re an introvert, you may be wondering if the whole “travel thing” is for you. For me, personally, before I became a digital nomad nearly 2 years ago, I wasn’t sure if I’d make it. After all, the majority of solo nomads seem to be extroverted and outgoing. But I'm introverted and... in-staying? I have my outgoing moments, sure, but most nights, you can find me working at home (wherever "home" is at the time), running errands, or going to the gym. But despite my propensity for staying in, I[...]
Ahhh, the Keys. Just thinking about them makes me want to put my swimsuit on with a pair of shorts and stroll around outside. But I'm in Denver right now, where that's neither practical nor socially acceptable. The Keys were recommended to me by a friend, who described them as "something else." That friend went on to say that he didn't care much for Florida, but "there's something about the Keys." Intrigued, I wanted to know what that "something" was. I knew I wanted to spend a good chunk of my time as a no[...]
A Story All photos on this page were taken by Mina Rosenberg https://www.boudoirbymina.com I pulled into a parking lot on a sunny October evening somewhere near Littleton, CO, already feeling like I was about to break out in hives. I'd been nervous on the hour-long drive from Idaho Springs, alternating between questioning all my life choices thus far and trying to convince myself that I was some sort of badass stepping into her empowerment. All while the radio blasted rock music, of course. What I didn't[...]
When I visited Asheville, NC last fall, I was completely blown away by the mountains, the art, and of course, the beautiful fall foliage. It’s where I really fell in love with hiking. An ideal balance of city and country life, Asheville is perfect for introverts and solo travelers who want to be alone in nature all day and then go to a brewery at night. And if you’ve ever imagined yourself to be the mysterious, quirky main character that many people don't understand, but the ones who get you, get you, Ashevill[...]
The digital nomad life is a solitary one, and I love that about it. Most of the time I'm perfectly content to spend my days working, nights curled up with my dog, and weekends solo exploring. But every now and then I get the urge to hose off the slop, put on real clothes, and have a night out on the town, damn it! Here are some methods that have worked for me to meet people and make friends in a new city as a digital nomad (and keep my social muscles from completely atrophying). 1.) Meetup.com The picture ab[...]
Updated 10/19/2024 Does napping on a remote beach, 70 miles from civilization, in front of gorgeous turquoise water sound like paradise to you? That was my experience during my solo Dry Tortugas day trip! When I visited the Florida Keys, I was lucky enough to get a ferry ticket to Dry Tortugas National Park. I had been checking for days, and it was all booked up, but I kept checking anyway, and lo and behold, a cancellation popped up! On a Sunday at that. So without thinking twice, I grabbed a ticket, and I'[...]