Stories From a Female Traveler Archives

Autumn in Augsburg Germany, Stories from a female traveler

Stories from a Female Traveler: Meet Vanessa

If you ever meet a jaw-droppingly gorgeous and quiet Venezualian lady who is a seemingly shy German Au Pair, don’t be fooled. She will be a crazy, fun-loving, and full of more hilarious belly laughs than you can fathom. She will instantly become a vital member of your journey and a close friend. This lady…

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Europe, Stories From a Female Traveler

Stories From a Female Traveler: Meet Dilara

An adorable, vibrant girl with amazing hair stood in front of me as our walking tour of Munich began. As our tour progressed we realized she was going to be a really awesome friend to hang out with, and we were blown away by her story. Everyone, meet Dilara. Asking Dilara where she comes…

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Europe, Stories From a Female Traveler

Stories From a Female Traveler: Meet Saana

Saana, our adorable tan, and blonde roommate had just finished saying she was from Finland and the words gushed out. “Have you ever seen a reindeer!?” I have no filter. I sat on my bunk at the City Stay Mitte in Berlin, eager-eyed and genuinely curious about these animals. I know, there are a lot…

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Stories From a Female Traveler

The Woman Who Inspired Me

At some point in your life, you will hear about something amazing that someone else has done. You will sit in awe of that person, wondering how you can ever be as wonderful as them. For me, this person was my Grandma, Eddie Jones. She was an incredible woman who accomplished so much, had…

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America, Europe, Stories From a Female Traveler, Travel Tips

Stories From a Female Traveler: Meet Lauren C.

Hostels are such an incredible place to meet new friends. In Reykjavík, we quickly formed a circle of like-minded adventure seekers, such as Lauren C., a woman seizing opportunity. You truly meet the most inspiring, diverse group of people when you travel, and Lauren is no exception! Lauren was born and raised in Bayville,…

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Europe, Stories From a Female Traveler, Travel Tips

Stories From a Female Traveler: Meet Chelsea

My friend, Krystal, and I sat down at the table in the small country pub our tour had stopped at for lunch. A warm, Guinness Beef Stew in front of me. I was so excited to warm my bones after the snowy day we had enjoyed in the Wicklow Mountains. How we found ourselves sitting…

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Europe, Stories From a Female Traveler, Travel Tips

Stories From a Female Traveler: Meet Marina

All That Glitters is Marina Purpurina! Have you ever met someone who you just know is a magical person? For me, that was Marina! I first met Marina at the StayOkay Vondel Park Hostel in Amsterdam. It was a gorgeous, chilly morning in December. I was preparing for my day when I looked over at my…

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