Solo female travel with a sophisticated twist

Hey! I'm Ashley, the founder of Ashleyabroad.com. This site began as a chronicle of the year I spent working as an au pair in Paris. Seven years later, Ashley Abroad has become a go-to resource for travelers who love culture, history, art, food, wine, and the occasional outdoor adventure.

Recent posts

My Favorite Reads of 2022

February 1, 2023February 1, 2023

Hey guys, it’s been a while! Working in consulting has taken a toll on my blogging — when I have free time, the last thing I want to do is stare at a screen. But I wanted to pop in to share some reading recommendations. I read 32 books in 2022 which is about average…

What I Love (and Hate) about Austin

October 5, 2022October 2, 2022

There are times when I absolutely adore living in Austin: when I’m paddleboarding on Town Lake, when I’m drinking a frozen margarita at Maudie’s, when I’m hanging out in hip East Austin under string lights. That being said, there are certain things I’m less fond of: the sweltering summers, the isolation, the lack of walkability….

What’s Your Favorite U.S. National Park?

April 28, 2022April 27, 2022

Hey, it’s been a while, hasn’t it? I don’t think I’ve written a blog post in a year or so. I hope you’re all doing well in these crazy times. As always, thanks for reading. I have a question: What’s your favorite U.S. National Park? Over the past two years, I’ve fallen in love with…