With books and films like Wild, Down the Nile, and Eat, Pray, Love inspiring us to travel on our own more, solo travel has been on the rise in recent years—and rightfully so! Solo travel can be so invigorating, freeing, and healing for the soul. If you need a little inspiration, take a look at the list below for some of the best destinations for solo travel.

If you're planning a trip to Thailand, interacting with elephants might be at the top of your bucket list. If it is, make sure to read this post with information on the best place to ethically play, interact, and spend time with elephants in Thailand and why you should avoid others! Read on to get an inside look at the Elephant Nature Park of Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Nestled in the northern region of Thailand is the magical, historic city of Chiang Mai. Known for being Thailand's culture capital, Chiang Mai offers a wide variety of experiences, activities, cuisines, and sights. If you're planning your trip or looking for some inspiration, use this weekend guide to plan where to eat, sleep, and play on any budget in Chiang Mai!

There are so many hotel options in the sprawling city of Bangkok that it can be hard to choose where to stay. Tucked away along the Chao Praya River in the Dusit district of Bangkok is an exclusive, stylish escape: The Siam. This Bangkok hotel is nothing short of a remarkably intriguing, one-of-a-kind work of art. There are touches of modern elegance and Art Deco design juxtaposed with eye-catching colors and rare antiques. If you're looking for where to stay in Bangkok, look no further than this artistic, urban sanctuary in the heart of bustling Bangkok.

Have you ever felt like you've time traveled into another destination from the past? This luxury hotel in the heart of Chiang Mai will do just that. The Dhara Dhevi is a truly special experience for people looking for something authentic and unique while visiting Chiang Mai. Step into this world of the 13th century Kingdom of Lanna and get ready to be treated like royalty!

Nestled right in the heart of Thailand's cultural capital is the urban oasis of 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai. If you're researching where to stay in Chiang Mai, you might want to consider this luxury boutique hotel, which has been named one of Travel and Leisure's Top 100 Hotels in the World. Discover where you can find the best Thai spa treatments, Thai cooking classes, and so much more right here in this luxury getaway!