It’s the ultimate battle royale: Airbnb vs. hotel. Both avid and occasional travelers know that the choice can be a difficult one. Especially when we travel somewhere new, there’s a lot of pressure to find the right accommodations for our specific wants and needs. To take some of that pressure off, here’s a breakdown of […]
Is Chicago Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
This post was written by Emily Becker, a Chicago native freelance writer for BMTM. If you’ve been dreaming of visiting the Windy City, chances are it has crossed your mind to wonder, “Is Chicago safe?” I’m from Chicago, and I have to acknowledge that this is a tough question to answer. The reality is that […]
Is Tulum Safe? 15 Tips for Solo Female Travelers
This post was written by Emily Becker, a Mexico-based freelance writer for BMTM. Tulum is at the top of many travelers’ lists of where they want to go in Mexico. With its crystalline cenotes and white, sandy beaches, can you blame them? In the last decade, Tulum has exploded in popularity and has transformed from […]
Is a Scenic Flight Over the Grand Canyon Worth it? Yes and No
I’ve been there before – you’re in Vegas for a limited time, and you’ve always wanted to see the Grand Canyon, but you’re debating if it’s worth shelling out the cash to take a scenic helicopter flight. With options ranging from $200 to over $500, is it really worth the money? I’ve taken the helicopter […]
Solo Female Travel in Central America: A Complete Guide
This post was written by Emily Becker, a Mexico-based freelance writer for BMTM. If I had a dollar for every time someone told me it wasn’t a good idea to travel alone in Central America… yikes! I know there are some valid concerns about certain parts of the region, but there are plenty of places […]