Author Profile: Natalie Rushing

During my very first Asheville NC 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 solo travelers who want to be alone in nature all day and then go to a brewery or a show at...   view more

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...   view more

Though it has an infamous reputation as a party city, there are so many things to do in New Orleans besides party. The first time I visited was the last weekend of Mardi Gras, “Deep Gras,” as it’s called. And I had a blast all by myself. I had so much fun that I had to come back next Mardi Gras! If you enjoy music, food, culture, and a little cheekiness thrown in, you’ll love New...   view more

Austin is a fabulous city for the solo traveler or digital nomad. It’s easy to meet new people, but there are also a lot of fun things to do alone in Austin. The people are friendly, there’s a sense of community, there are numerous coffee shops to work from, and there’s no shortage of fun activities. Plus, it’s known for being a “weird” city, which I’m all about. So without further ado, here’s a list of my favorite things to do alone in...   view more

Let me start off by saying, I freakin’ love Colorado. I daydream about moving there all the time. The mountains, the rafting, the collection of cute hiking outfits I would have… I lived there for about 3 months as a digital nomad, and it was superb. And if you’re doing the same, or simply planning a solo trip, I’ve got a list of things to do in Denver alone for...   view more