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Solo Travel
There’s a kind of freedom you only find when you travel solo, and once you feel it, you never forget it.
For example, I’ll never forget stumbling into a mansion in Switzerland, thinking it was my lodging. The dinner-party guests escorted me to the “pizzeria hostel” I’d accidentally booked instead.
Solo travel is about waking up with no set plans, saying yes to unexpected adventures, and realizing your own capabilities.
Dive into these stories and start mapping out an adventure of your own!


A Winter Guide to Crested Butte: Skiing & Small-Town Charm
This guide is for anyone planning a winter weekend in Crested Butte, whether you’re chasing powder, traveling with non-skiers, or want a cozy mountain town that still feels real.
Maybe it’s the snow-covered mountain pass you cross to get there, or the locals casually training for Olympic-level competitions before grabbing coffee downtown. Whatever it is, Crested Butte has a kind of quiet magic that’s hard to explain until you experience it for yourself.

Madi in the Wild
Jan 149 min read


Finding Quetzals in Guatemala: A Solo Journey Chasing the Emerald Shadows
With the sky still dark, I followed the flickering lights of a rickety old truck parked outside my accommodation. The side of the car read “Birding Trips - Quetzal.” Perfect! I’m off to a great start. The truck looked like a budget safari ride. Metal poles jutting from the bed, more Mad Max than National Geographic. I climbed in, trying to ignore the slightly terrifying vibe, thankful for my tetanus shot, and hopeful for the journey ahead. The goal? Finding quetzals in Guate

Madi in the Wild
Nov 28, 20259 min read

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