This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission, if you make a purchase. Read Disclosure. Trying to pick a place to explore as a solo traveler can be daunting to say the least, especially if you are a woman. The world tells us to be afraid and to be hesitant about traveling
Due to ever-growing cities and the parasitic urbanization of natural lands, it can be hard to find remote backpacking destinations these days. Luckily, there are still some places where the natural beauty of the untamed wilderness is all you can see for miles. Here are some of the top locations for
Remote work can give people flexibility and a stronger balance, but it can also bring on feelings of isolation and loneliness. That is the gap Grow Remote community events are designed to close. In January 2026, almost 150 remote workers signed up to join Grow Remote social events across Ireland
From plant-forward meals and vibrant salads to nourishing one-pot dishes and easy soups, this collection is filled with healthy dinner recipes you’ll turn to again and again all year long. Quick Overview Is eating healthier one of your New Year goals? I’m glad you’re here! In this roundup, I’m
Founded in 315 BC by King Cassander of Macedon on the site of ancient Therma, Thessaloniki was named after his wife Thessalonike, half-sister of Alexander the Great. Her name (“victory of the Thessalians”) celebrated Philip II’s battle triumph with Thessalian cavalry. The city
In the heart of winter, as temperatures in Western Macedonia often drop well below freezing, the region comes alive with vibrant New Year’s carnivals rooted in centuries-old traditions. During the festive season spanning Christmas, New Year, and Epiphany, locals don elaborate costumes, sing ancient
If there’s one thing in life that never changes, it’s that it never stops changing. Family travel is all about adapting to the twists and turns that life throws at you, and each year, those twists and turns get a little wilder, a little busier, a little crazier. And for our family, 2025 had some of
It’s that time of year! When we think back on the year that’s passed, and reflect on the accomplishments and “failures”, the highs and lows. I’ve been doing these roundup posts since 2012…and I’ve been super consistent with them – I’ve only missed 2 years! We love doing these reflective posts for
Japanese New Year is the most important holiday of the year in Japan. We bid farewell to the past year and welcome with new year with special foods, traditions, and customs. I’ll share how we celebrate, along with my tips and shortcuts to simplify and adapt the festivities so you can focus on
Remote work can give people more freedom, but it can also present challenges. Days can pass with no real human connection beyond a screen. This is the specific problem that Grow Remote’s community work is designed to solve since we started doing this back in 2018. By making it easier for remote
