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Summer Travel Capsule Wardrobe
Sustainable Fashion, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/27/25 Sustainable Fashion, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/27/25

Summer Travel Capsule Wardrobe

Heading on vacation? Here's how to create a summer travel capsule wardrobe for your YOUR itinerary (+ sample packing lists & destination-specific outfit inspo)!

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Where To Stay In Capri
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 4/19/25 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 4/19/25

Where To Stay In Capri

Capri Town and Anacapri are the two main areas to stay in Capri. Here are the main differences (by budget, vibe, & attractions) and how to choose which neighborhood is best for you!

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20 Best Solo Female Travel Groups And Tours
Solo Woman Travel, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/7/25 Solo Woman Travel, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/7/25

20 Best Solo Female Travel Groups And Tours

Here are the 20 best women's only travel groups broken down by different travel styles and interests, so you can make new friends while exploring new countries!

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3 Day Capri Itinerary
Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/5/25 Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 4/5/25

3 Day Capri Itinerary

This 3 Day Capri itinerary features all the best things to do and see on the beautiful island (including the Blue Grotto, Monte Solaro, and so much more!)

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What To Do In Capri
Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 3/29/25 Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 3/29/25

What To Do In Capri

Planning a trip to Capri? This mindful travel guide covers 16 top things to do, from nature and history to meaningful cultural experiences.

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Solo Travel Italy
Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 3/22/25 Destination Guide, Slow Travel Gi Shieh 3/22/25

Solo Travel Italy

Here's the ultimate guide to solo travel in Italy with safety tips and destination recommendations from a solo female traveler.

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Is Naples Worth Visiting?
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 3/15/25 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 3/15/25

Is Naples Worth Visiting?

Naples is the birthplace of pizza and the third largest city in Italy, but is it worth visiting? Here are the top 10 reasons to visit (and 3 to skip) this city as a first-time traveler.

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One Month Vietnam Trip Itinerary
Slow Travel, Taiwan Gi Shieh 1/30/25 Slow Travel, Taiwan Gi Shieh 1/30/25

One Month Vietnam Trip Itinerary

Vietnam is one of my favorite countries in Southeast Asia. If you're visiting for the first time, here's what to include on your one month Vietnam itinerary.

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Is Vietnam Safe For Tourists?
Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/12/25 Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/12/25

Is Vietnam Safe For Tourists?

Vietnam is generally safe for tourists, but here's how to navigate scams, censorship, corruption, and personal safety as a solo traveler.

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One Month Thailand Itinerary
Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/5/25 Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/5/25

One Month Thailand Itinerary

Visiting Thailand for the first time? Here's the ultimate 1 month itinerary that takes you through breathtaking landscapes, vibrant nightlife, and important cultural destinations.

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Is Bangkok Safe to Visit In 2025?
Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/3/25 Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 1/3/25

Is Bangkok Safe to Visit In 2025?

Is Bangkok safe? From nightlife and scams to dangerous neighborhoods, here's everything you need to know about safety in Bangkok from a solo female traveler.

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Is Naples Italy Safe?
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 12/11/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 12/11/24

Is Naples Italy Safe?

Naples is the most dangerous city in Italy but as a tourist, you'll probably be fine. Here's a full guide to safety in Napoli with tips from a solo traveler.

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Hanoi To Ha Giang
Slow Travel, Destination Guide, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/23/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/23/24

Hanoi To Ha Giang

There are four main ways to get from Hanoi to Ha Giang: sleeper bus, day bus, private car, and motorbike. This post will dive into how you can book each of the options and discuss important details like schedules, prices, and safety tips.

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3 Day Hanoi Itinerary
Slow Travel, Destination Guide, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/16/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/16/24

3 Day Hanoi Itinerary

From egg coffee to water puppets, this ultimate 3 day Hanoi itinerary will cover everything that you should see, do, and eat during your first visit to Vietnam's capital!

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Is Hanoi Safe?
Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/9/24 Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 11/9/24

Is Hanoi Safe?

From navigating reckless motorcyclists to walking the streets at night as a solo traveler, here's everything you need to know about staying safe in Hanoi.

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How To Get From Hanoi Airport To Old Quarter
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 10/12/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 10/12/24

How To Get From Hanoi Airport To Old Quarter

There are four main ways to get from Hanoi Airport to Old Quarter: public bus, airport shuttle, taxi, and private transfer. This article will break down the costs, time of travel, and details for how to use each of the transportation options.

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Ha Giang Loop Tour Review
Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 6/25/24 Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 6/25/24

Ha Giang Loop Tour Review

This is an honest review of my 4-Day Ha Giang Loop Tour with QT Motorbikes and Tours through the northern mountains of Vietnam.

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Ha Giang Loop Packing List
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 5/23/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 5/23/24

Ha Giang Loop Packing List

Prepare for your multi-day adventure through the mountains of northern Vietnam with this ultimate Ha Giang Loop packing list!

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Maokong Gondola Itinerary
Taiwan, Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 5/20/24 Taiwan, Destination Guide, Slow Travel, Solo Woman Travel Gi Shieh 5/20/24

Maokong Gondola Itinerary

Maokong Village is a quaint town nestled in the mountains surrounding Taipei. Unplug with nature therapy and spend your day exploring the region’s hikes and teahouses. Here’s a full Maokong Gondola Itinerary.

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Is The Ha Giang Loop Dangerous?
Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 5/12/24 Slow Travel, Destination Guide Gi Shieh 5/12/24

Is The Ha Giang Loop Dangerous?

The Ha Giang Loop in northern Vietnam is a favorite among adventure travelers looking to experience untouched landscapes and authentic interactions with locals. But is it safe? Here’s what makes the Ha Giang Loop dangerous and some first-hand safety tips from a solo female traveler.

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Photography’s taken a back seat ever since the rise of short-form video, but I kind of miss it.

Here are some of my favorite photos from 2024. 

1. Butterfly at Taroko Gorge before the Hualien earthquake 
2. View from our stay at 濱海星空渡假屋 in Ta
Inspired by @stufflucywore to make this!

Here’s a quick recap of how my sustainable fashion journey went this year.

I’ve been taking a step back from posting about it because it gets pretty redundant when the core messages just to wear
Nippon~🇯🇵 

Definitely a different experience compared to my last visit in 2017. Much more stressful and saw a lot more negatives to Japanese society this time around but also saw plenty of cute moments and had some heartwarming experiences with th
Moving postcards from Lanyu (蘭嶼)

Took a quick trip out to Orchid Island last month and it’s as beautiful as I remember it to be.

Lanyu is Taiwan’s easternmost island and home to the indigenous Tao people. It’s known for its pristi

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