I’ve been traveling solo for over ten years now, so I figured I’d offer some tips and tricks I’ve collected along the way. Though most of these are especially relevant if you’re traveling solo as a female, many are applicable regardless of your sexual identity.

If you’re looking for a winter escape to sunshine and happiness, Puerto Rico is the spot for you. The colorful streets of San Juan, beautiful blue waters, iguana sitings, and friendly locals are all you need for a quick pick-me-up from the winter blues. I visited with a friend for a long weekend in February and here’s a colorful collection of what we got up to.