December 17, 2018
36 Hours Alone in Bangkok: What to Do and Where to Hang out
For solo travelers and visitors with limited time, here is my list of top things to experience Bangkok’s multifaceted personality.
My name is Valeriya, a Bulgarian with an untamed heart and a curious mind and an occasional solo traveler. Dare to Travel Alone is my labor of love – a story collection of adventures that depict the beauty of traveling solo.
If 5 years ago someone had told me that I would not only enjoy traveling solo but also encourage others to do so, I would have been like “Who? Me? Are you loco!”. But here I am today a little braver and more self-aware, hitting the road every chance I get.
I hope the content you’ll find here will give you some inspiration to go and chase your own adventures.
stories, photos, videos and more from the blog
December 17, 2018
For solo travelers and visitors with limited time, here is my list of top things to experience Bangkok’s multifaceted personality.
December 11, 2018
Picking a first solo destination wisely is an important step and requires you to spend some time on research and planning. Safety, affordability and access to entertainment are some of the things to consider when planning your trip alone.
August 2, 2018
Captain Hook lives in Ban Kok Phung Tai, a Katu village in the South of Laos. A culture shock at first, turned out to be a valuable learning experience.
June 14, 2018
“Solo traveling changed me. I think one can find out more about oneself doing things alone rather than doing things with people. Traveling alone helped me explore things I’m contempt with and and discover new things that I enjoy”, Thomas.
July 25, 2017
They are on the rise. They come in all shapes, sizes and personality types. Here is a list of the solo travelers wandering around the world.
June 23, 2017
If you haven’t tried traveling alone yet, you should as it gives you the chance to see the world and yourself from a whole new perspective.
February 22, 2017
Ko Phi Phi is a home to Maya Bay, a white sand beach with turquoise water and jungle vegetation sheltered by 100-meter high craggy cliffs. Engulfed by vanity and greed.
February 9, 2017
Koh Lanta was kind enough to welcome me with romantic sunset. I was expecting to see lots of couples cuddling. Surprisingly, there were none.
July 8, 2017
When it comes to diving, the Similan Islands are referred to as the creme de la creme of the Andaman sea as their crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reefs are home to unmatched sea life.
February 1, 2017
With the hint of having to wade through neck-high water and be confronted with gigantic spiders, bats and other creatures, we stepped into the dark cave.
January 28, 2017
The Chinese New Year celebrations caught me at the Si Lom Sky Train station in Bangkok, when a 20 meters long red dragon was getting ready for its dance.
January 28, 2017
A full-day adventure through Thailand’s oldest national park, Khao Yai: hornbills, gibbons, crocodiles, gigantic spiders, and … elephants among lush jungle vegetation.
January 27, 2017
If I had to pick one photo to describe the life in Bangkok, it would be this one – a woman washing the dishes in a bucket on the street.