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FTLO Travel Journal

Destination guides, travel tips, packing advice, itinerary ideas, and real traveler stories.
For solo travelers and young professionals looking to meet people, plan with ease, and explore the world through curated small-group trips.

Peru Trip Guide: Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley & Lima

Machu Picchu gets you here, but Lima's food scene, the Sacred Valley, and a Pachamanca feast are why you'll want to stay. Here's everything to know about FTLO's 10-day Peru trip.

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Best Fall Group Trips for Solo Travelers in Their 30s (2026 Guide)

Looking for somewhere to go this fall? From European wine country and changing leaves to Northern Lights, safari, and tropical beaches, these are some of the best fall group trips for solo travelers in their 30s. Discover where to go, what makes each destination special this season, and which FTLO trip is right for you.

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Best Group Trips for Wine Loving Solo Travelers in Their 30s

We pulled together 13 FTLO trips for wine-loving travelers, from classic wine regions like Bordeaux and Tuscany to under-the-radar destinations where the local pour might be something you’ve never tasted before. Some trips put wine front and center. Others pair it with hiking, island-hopping, food, culture, or a serious dose of bucket-list scenery.

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New 2027 FTLO Destinations: Which Trip Is Right for You?

From bucket-list adventures in Patagonia to Europe's best-kept secrets, discover the new FTLO trips we're bringing to life.

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FTLO Travel Reviews: What Solo Travelers in Their 30s Are Saying (2026)

What's it actually like to travel with FTLO? We let the reviews speak for themselves — from first-timers to travelers on their seventh trip, across Sardinia, the Greek Islands, Italy, and beyond.

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Greek Islands Group Trip for Solo Travelers in Their 20s and 30s: 9-Day Itinerary Through Milos, Santorini & Paros

If you want to island hop through Milos, Santorini, and Paros without coordinating ferries, hotels, and daily planning on your own, this 9-day small-group trip for solo travelers in their 20s and 30s brings it all together — sailing, swimming, local food and wine, and time to explore independently.

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11 Questions Solo Travelers Are Asking in 2026 Before Booking a Group Trip

Traveling solo doesn't mean going it alone. In fact, group trips for solo travelers are becoming more popular than ever. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned explorer, you probably have a few questions before booking. Below are the most common questions solo travelers ask us at FTLO Travel before booking a trip.

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How to Survive a Long-Haul Flight: Do’s and Don’ts for Staying Comfortable on Long Flights

Do’s and Don’ts for Staying Comfortable on Long Flights

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How Group Travel Can Help You Meet Your New Year’s Resolutions

If you’re looking for a little extra motivation to stick to your resolutions this year, we’ve got you! We’ve seen firsthand how travel (and especially group travel!) can help people follow through on the things they strive to work towards every year in ways that you might not think about.

From building confidence to making new friends, here’s how packing your bags might just be the best resolution hack out there.

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2026 Solo Travel Trends

We recently sent out a survey to the FTLO community to better understand how solo travelers are thinking about travel in 2026. From booking timelines to destination wish lists, the results offer an early look at where (and how) people hope to travel next year.

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Must-Have Travel Products Recommended by a Travel Obsessed Team

Consider this your go-to guide for upgrading your own travel kit or finding the perfect gift for a travel-loving friend.

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Why Traveling Solo in Your 30s is the Key to New Friendships

Making friends in your 30s feels harder — but solo travel can change that.

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Advice from Real Travelers: Joining a Group Trip as a Solo Traveler

Thinking about joining on a group trip as a solo traveler? FTLO alumni share 9 essential tips—from packing light and arriving early to making friends and embracing new experiences.

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Off the Beaten Path: Lisbon Edition

Discover Lisbon’s best neighborhoods, and get off the beaten path. Principe Real, Estrela, Santos, and more; these are our picks for the bes

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The Best Quick Vacation Ideas: Unleash Your Wanderlust

Quick getaways are the best chance to see the world and save PTO. Check out amazing adventures to Belize, Costa Rica, Havana, Mexico City

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The Best Places to Travel: 2025 Edition

Where to go next in 2025.

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The Best Travel Gear for Men

Travel has come roaring back, and today more men seem to be heading out by road, sky, or sea to explore the world more than ever...

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15 Gifts for Travelers in 2025: The Ultimate Travel Gift Guide

With the holidays fast approaching, we’ve been hard at work putting together the ultimate 2025 travel gift guide for the jet-setter in...

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The Best Foodie Destinations in the World

If you love food (same) check out these trips that are curated around the famous dishes of the world's most vibrant cities.

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Travel Tips and Tricks for First-Timers

If you're new to international travel (or maybe it's just been a while) we've put together a helpful list of tips for you.

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