Author name: Ioana

Ioana was born and raised in Romania, lived in NYC for 14 years, and has since returned to Romania. She began traveling solo at 30 and has now visited 25+ countries. Ioana is a full time travel blogger and content creator. Her blog gets 82K+ views per month and her Instagram community has 80K+ people. She loves to share practical travel tips, itineraries, and recommendations for fellow travelers. Her story and insights have been featured in The Daily Express, Euronews, Bored Panda, Yahoo, MSN and more.

The best solo vacations over 30 in a group setting

February 18, 2025

I am in my 30’s and a big fan of solo traveling. I love to explore top destinations on my […]

Brasov sign on Mount Tampa, a stop on my Romania road trip itinerary

Destinations in Europe, Romania

The ultimate Romania road trip designed by a native

February 17, 2025

I was born and raised in Romania, and I moved back here in 2024 after living in NYC for almost 14 years. In

the author on a boat on the amalfi coast sailing trip

Destinations in Europe, Italy

Amalfi coast sailing: the best Italian adventure

February 14, 2025

The magnificent Amalfi Coast has been on my bucket list for so long. Narrow streets, panoramic views, steep cliffs, fresh

the author feeding a giraffe in kenya, a bucket list before 30 item

Ultimate bucket list before 30: 10 epic travel ideas

February 13, 2025

Your 20’s are the perfect time to get out of your comfort zone, explore different cultures, work on your personal

colorful street in Sighisoara, on the itinerary of my Romania small group tour

Destinations in Europe, Romania

Is Romania safe for solo female travelers in 2025?

February 7, 2025

Is Romania safe for solo female travelers? This is the number one question I get asked. I was born and raised in

Destinations in the Middle East, Qatar

How to spend a stopover in Doha: the ultimate guide

February 6, 2025

I recently visited Doha, the capital of Qatar, because I had a layover there on my way to Kenya and