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In this episode: FAQ is:  Yuli asked, Where can I travel pretty far and well on a smaller budget?

Today’s Destination is: Philadelphia

Today’s Mistake- Getting in the wrong line

Travel Advice:  Let’s both win through travel.

 

FAQ: Where can I travel pretty far and well on a smaller budget?

 

Answer:  

Traveling a long distance should not be the end goal, but if you are looking for a Step 5 travel experience, here’s an idea good for a smaller budget.

You can see a lot in Thailand on a shoestring budget. It’s got plenty of airlines serving the country plus you can get around in the main cities via public transportation. So consider going here for your next trip.

It is a tropical island, so consider that it will be humid and rainy often. You may need to cool off in a beachy resort, and know that you can find great deals. You can get an awesome massage for a small fee here, so that will be my suggestion. You could afford one every day you visit. Pamper yourself here.

 

Today’s destination is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

 

The city of Brotherly Love is what Philly is known for, the 6th largest US city. And cheestakes. You as a traveler will want to see the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and where the Declaration of Independence and US Constitution were signed. You will also like the American Revolutionary sites. It’s a step 1 or step 2 city of the 5 steps to solo travel.

 

More recent fame is for the run to the top of the staircase where in the movie “Rocky”, the movie is, with Sylvester Stallone working out, which is the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The theme music still rings in my head for that great film. Da da da da ….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZCO40Zwt00

 

The region not only has American history and arts, but also a lot of traditional foods and activities. Philly has the most outdoor sculptures and murals than any other US city per capita. find them in all parts of town. Fairmount Park, Wissa hickon Valley Park are two examples of parks in the city.

 

How many tourists visit? 42 million in 2016 who spent nearly $7 Billion that year.

Phillies, Eagles, 76ers and plenty of other sports keep fans hoping for winning seasons here. Catch a game if you are in town.

Some neighborhoods are best during the daytime, because there can be danger at nighttime if you’re not familiar with the inner city areas. Some are less safe than others, like any large city. 

Some travelers combine Philadelphia with Amish Country, which was episode 136. Other people combine Philly with a visit to Washington, DC, episode 177  and even New York, episodes 100 and 101.



I spoke to Chrissy Watts, who is a Phily tour guide. She helps organize events such as: bar crawls. You can find her info in show notes:

(@215experiences 

She organizes Five star black mural tours, wellness sessions, themed party buses for locals and visitors.

IG @phillyexperiences)

 

Don’t travel in the inner city at night alone

Do enjoy some of the history, art and sports.

Today’s Mistake- Getting in the wrong line

 

If you are solo, it’s not so easy to lineup like if you have a partner. If you have a partner, one can stand in line and the other can find out if it’s the right line by asking someone in charge. Once I waited in line at the airport for an airline ticket, but could have easily ordered it on my phone. Just because everyone is lining up doesn’t meet you should. If you can, consider how you can navigate the situation on your phone with an app. If you are lining up in person and can’t use the app, they ask someone in front of you to save your place in line and get agreement.

 

Today’s Travel Advice-.Let’s both win!

 

When you have a successful trip, I win. Let me know where you traveled, where you had the best time and what to look forward to next.

 


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