Travel Tips

Happy 2021 everybody, we made it! Like so many of you, I love to make New Year’s Resolutions and have been excited to set goals for 2021. I’m always inspired by the opportunity for a fresh start and enjoy reflecting on how the previous year went for me.

I normally have my New Year’s resolutions all sorted out by New Year’s Eve, but these last 12 months have been anything but normal. So for this year, I spent a little more time reflecting on what I want my goals for 2021 to look like.

In this post I’m including both blogging and personal goals for 2021. I think putting them in writing and on the internet is a healthy (and fun) way to hold myself accountable.

I hope you enjoy this window into my priorities for the upcoming year and that you’re inspired to set some goals of your own.

Blogging Goals for 2021

Listed below are my top 5 blogging goals for 2021. To be honest, I have many more I could list here but I want to stay really focused this year on just a few important things.

1. Build Rock a Little Travel to 65k sessions a month

So with “you know what” still around and impacting international travel, this may be easier said than done. But I’m putting it out there anyway.

In order to achieve this lofty goal (I’m currently closer to 5k sessions a month thanks to “you know what”), I plan to focus on USA based and outdoor content this year.

This is my biggest and most important goal so there is where I will invest the majority of my time over the next 12 months.

2. Obtain at least one brand or destination collaboration

I hope to work with at least one tourism board or brand this year. I am currently in contact with one destination already, so we’ll see how that goes.

In order to achieve this goal, I will reach out to one destination or brand each week. I will thoughtfully select brands or destinations that I believe would be a good fit for my own brand and align with where I’m currently at with my blog.

3. Average two posts per week for the year

This is my writing goal for the year. This goal is intended to keep me on schedule in meeting my traffic goal mentioned above. It will also ensure my blog is consistently updated with fresh content.

4. Begin earning at least $500 per month from the blog

If I am able to get my sessions up to 65k per month, I believe $500 would be a reasonable income goal. This income would be generated from ad revenue and affiliates.

5. Learn to edit video and start a YouTube channel

I recently purchased a new camera and intend to learn to make and edit video this year. I will use my new YouTube channel to add additional value and content to Rock a Little Travel.

This goal is also just for fun. I’ve always wanted to learn to make and edit videos, so this is really a personal goal as well.

Personal Goals for 2021

Listed below are my top 6 personal goals for 2021. All of the goals below are intended to make sure I am having fun this year and doing things I love. But I also hope to learn new skills and challenge myself.

1. Improve my photography skills

My photography skills have been getting better over the past few years but I know I have a long way to go.

I just purchased my first camera, a Sony Alpha a6000, that I’m very excited to start using. I plan to take a few trips this year and just focus on my photography.

2. Visit 8 new countries

This one may be a bit too ambitious, but I like to dream big. I’m scheduled for at least one international trip in the fall, so hopefully I can add a few more in the next several months.

If all goes well, I’m hoping to visit Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, Peru, Spain, Portugal, and French Polynesia in 2021. Again, we’ll have to wait and see what happens on this one.

3. Read a book a week

Lately I love reading nonfiction books on personal growth and mindset. I find these topics both educational and inspiring and they just make me feel good.

I’ve set the goal of reading 52 books a year every year for the past three years. I’ve fallen just a few short the last two years. I’m hoping to exceed this goal this year. Wish me luck.

4. Make new friends

I’m always looking to make new friends. I feel like one can never have enough friends, especially friends with similar interests that you enjoy talking to.

I plan to make new friends by engaging in new online activities and networking events. These will most likely be travel or blogging related.

5. Learn to freedive

At the end of last year I signed up to get my PADI certification for SCUBA diving while I was in Playa del Carmen. Unfortunately, I was unable to finish due to an ear infection, but was also pretty nervous about the open water dives I needed.

So I am hoping to try freediving this year in order to get more comfortable in the ocean. I’m hoping this will help build my confidence to complete my PADI diver certification.

I’m also scheduled to swim with whales in French Polynesia next year. So the freediving will definitely come in handy then as well.

6. End the year debt free

I make this a goal for myself every year. I do this because I travel a lot, which I love, but it also costs money.

Essentially, I want to make sure I’m staying financially responsible and not piling on a bunch of debt just to travel around the world. Ending the year debt free holds be accountable to stay within my means while still doing the things I love.

How about you? Have you set goals for 2021 or put together some New Year’s resolutions?

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Eden Fite

Part-time Traveler | Dog Lover | Avoider of Crowds

I help busy people find creative ways to travel more.

It’s that time of year again. The time when we all start setting goals and New Year’s Resolutions and you’re wondering how to invest in yourself in 2021.

Well you’re in luck because I’ve got a few ideas. Since most of my travel plans evaporated in 2020, I had to come up with new ways to spend my time. After a few weeks of frustration, I decided to use the money I was saving from not traveling (or having a social life), to invest in learning new skills

I’ll admit, this was harder than I’m making it sound. There’s nothing like plummeting blog traffic to take the wind out of your sails when you’re a blogger. But like everyone else, I had to accept that things were not going to go well for a travel blogger like myself, for quite some time.

So what did I invest in?

I invested in education, coaching, gear, and my health. All things I’d been putting off over the years, mostly due to the cost. Honestly though, while the cost of some of these items seemed prohibitive, it was really just my priorities. Had I prioritized these investments, I could have saved money elsewhere.

So how can this help you? Short answer, the same way it helped me.

When you rearrange your priorities to put your goals and ambitions first, you can change the course of your whole life. You just have to be willing to take steps in the right direction.

Let me show you how.

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How to Invest in Yourself in 2021

My suggestions below for how to invest in yourself in 2021 are based solely on my own experiences. These are the things I invested in to make my own life better, and I believe they’ll have the same effect on you too.

As you’re reading through my suggestions, be sure to think about how these ideas can be implemented in your own life to get you closer to your own goals. Any investments you make in your life should be personal.

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1. Invest In Your Health

It would be silly to talk about other investments if we don’t start with your health. Without your health, none of the other investments will matter.

I’m not a doctor or nutritionist, so I won’t be giving you advice on how to be healthy. But I will say this, you probably already know what you need to do.

If you’re over weight, you need to lose some. If you never eat vegetables, you need to eat some. If you never exercise, you need to work out your body. You get the picture.

For me, that means making healthy meal choices by prioritizing fruits and vegetables and reasonable portion sizes.

I personally use Daily Harvest to keep smoothies stocked up in my freezer that I can grab anytime. This has been insanely beneficial, especially since I travel so much. I don’t have to worry about fresh produce going bad while I’m away. Plus, I’ll still have healthy meals stocked for when I return.

I’ve also been taking my dog for longer and more frequent walks, it’s a win for the both of us.

If you have health insurance, be sure you visit the doctor at least once per year for your annual check up. Get your blood work done and ask questions about anything that’s bothering you.

2. Read Books

One of the easiest ways to level up your skills is to read more. Find books on topics that excite you so that you’ll want to read them.

Even better, select books on topics that will help you reach your goals. For me, I’ve been reading books on personal finance, small business, and goal setting. Why? Because I want to learn how to run a successful business.

For you, find books that inspire you and challenge you to do better in the things you love.

I like to listen to audio books when I’m driving or walking my dog. I’m trying to stay away from Amazon, so I use the Libby App to rent free books from the library.

This app is free and easy to use. You will have to put a hold on the more popular books, but there is plenty of inventory to keep you busy. Seriously, just try it. You’ll save so much money, I promise.

For when the Libby App doesn’t have a book in stock that I want to read, I use Libro FM to purchase audio books. Libro FM is an app that allows you to purchase audio books from Bookshop.org, which in turn supports local independent bookshops.

3. Listen to More Podcasts

This one is more of an investment of time, not money since podcasts are generally free. But I’ve found tremendous value in a variety of podcasts this year. I personally enjoy podcasts about blogging, business, personal development, and finance.

I listen to podcasts to get a variety of perspectives on the things I’m interested in. There’s never just one way to do something, so I like to see how others approach the same problems I’m having. I always learn new things when listening to the right podcasts, you will too.

Here are my favorite podcasts:

• Don’t Keep Your Day Job
• Screw the Nine to Five
• Divine Living
• Goal Digger Podcast
• The Glo Show

I encourage you to check out the ones I mention above, but to also seek out podcasts in a genre you’re interested in. I find podcasts to be educational, inspiring, and motivating. I think you will too.

4. Join a Live Coaching Program

Yes, that’s right, a live coaching program. This doesn’t mean in person, it just means that you meet live either virtually or telephonically. In most cases, live coaching programs take place via Zoom.

But why live coaching? Because it forces you to show up and be accountable. Coaching programs will help you set goals, identify steps to achieve your goals, interact with others in your industry, and be mentored by someone who has achieved success already.

I personally joined a group coaching program for bloggers called Travel Blog Accelerator. It’s run by Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse. I love this program. I’ve learned more than I ever thought I would, I’ve met some awesome ladies to network with, and it’s just fun.

If you’re a blogger, check out my favorite blogging courses for 2021. No matter where you are in your blogging journey, there’s a good option for you and both options include live coaching.

I encourage you to seek out a similar program in your niche or area of interest. If you find the right group, you’ll be so inspired and motivated by it.

5. Invest in the Equipment You Need

No matter your career or area of interest, there is likely some equipment you need to start investing in. If you’re a travel blogger, that can be a computer, a camera, or any number of other things.

Take some time to identify the equipment you need to fully participate in, and engage in, the activity or interest you have. Once you’ve identified that equipment, make it a priority to obtain it.

In many ways, you’ll always be a step behind if you don’t have the right gear or equipment you need to achieve your goals. This is not always the case, but most of the time its just easier to have access to what you need.

If the equipment is expensive, you can save money by looking for used gear or making your purchases around the holidays when things go on sale.

Once you own the equipment you need, spend time learning how to use it. Sometimes learning to use new equipment is like learning a new language, but its a great way to immerse yourself in something you love.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this post about How to Invest in Yourself in 2021. If you’d like to support this blog please consider sharing this post. Thanks for reading.

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I help busy people find creative ways to travel more.

Yes I know, 2020 wasn’t the year for travel. But despite the majority of my 2020 travel plans being sidelined, I was able to squeeze in a few trips here and there.

Some of these trips were taken prior to March 2020 and some were taken when things appeared under control here in the United States. In all cases, rules and guidelines were followed.

So here is what I was able to squeeze into 2020, starting with my favorite destination of the year.

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1. Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza is spectacular, fascinating, and beautiful all at the same time.

I joined a group tour from Cancun to Chichen Itza back in November. It was hands down the coolest thing I saw all year.

The tour itself was excellent. I learned a ton about the history of the Mayan people and about the various structures at Chichen Itza.

If you’re ever in the Yucatan or Cancun area, Chichen Itza is a must see destination. It’s worth the drive, I promise.

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2. Maui

The bf and I jetted off to Maui just before the lockdowns started here in the United States. We spent five beautiful days driving around the island, snorkeling, and sampling all the delicious food.

Maui had been on my travel wish list for quite some time, so I’m very happy to have had the chance to visit this year.

My favorite moment was seeing whales breaching off the coast from our hotel. It was such an amazing thing to see in person. It looked like a mom and her calf were waving at us and it’s a memory I’ll never forget.

3. Miami Beach

I spent about a week in Miami Beach in early fall of this year and I gotta say, Miami really surprised me.

I’d heard a lot of negative things about Miami from others, but ended up really enjoying my time there. The beaches are pretty, Little Havana was incredible, and the restaurants in Miami Beach are fantastic.

4. Georgetown

At the end of September I traveled to Washington DC for the Ruth Bader Ginsburg memorial. The work she has done for women in this country is inspiring and I wanted to be there in person to pay my respects.

While in DC I decided to spend some time exploring parts of the city I’d never seen before. This led me to Georgetown.

As you’d expect from an affluent east coast neighborhood, it’s beautiful. The old architecture really lends character to the neighborhood. I spent a morning and afternoon just walking around the area.

I made my way along the Potomac River and up into the local residential neighborhoods. I tried to imagine what life would be like living there. I imagine it’s pretty great.

If you’ve ever in DC, I highly recommend an afternoon in Georgetown. There’s loads of great restaurants in the neighborhood as well, making it the perfect place to get lunch or dinner.

5. Yosemite

I know, I know, I’m always raving about all my favorite things to do in Yosemite. But it’s because I love it so much and I think everybody should visit at least once.

But, Yosemite was extra special this year since most of my trips were cancelled. It made the ones I did get to take all the better.

Plus, Yosemite without the normal crowds is just amazing. I’m planning to return again in January if fate will have it.

6. Tulum Ruins

Similar to Chichen Itza, my expectations when visiting the Tulum Ruins were far exceeded. The location itself is worth visiting, but paired with the ruins and the history, it was just incredible.

If you’re planning a visit to the ruins in Tulum, you must take a guided tour. It’s worth your time to learn about the history of the site.

Be sure to arrive very early to beat the crowds. Get your pictures along the coast first, then join a tour.

I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about my favorite destinations in 2020. As always, thanks for reading.

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I help busy people find creative ways to travel more.

I hope you enjoy these 9 Best European Day Trips for Ambitious Travelers and that you discover a new city you absolutely love.

I visited all nine of these cities in the past two years, many of them on solo trips, and had an incredible time in every single one of them. I think you will you too.

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9 Best European Day Trips for Ambitious Travelers

If you're short on time but longing for some adventure in Europe, consider one of these European day trips.

These nine action packed itineraries will take you to all the best spots in each destination.

Whether you're looking to experience afternoon tea in London or enjoy your first sunset gondola ride in Venice, these European day trips are the perfect introduction to a new city.

These guides were originally written with first-time visitors in mind, so the itineraries include all the iconic must-see sights.

As always, I encourage you to make each trip your own. Hit up the tourist spots you're excited about, and skip the ones you're not.

Now go have some fun.

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At the end of your day you can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of this truly unique destination.

Plus, the train station lets you out right on the Grand Canal, so a Venice day trip couldn't be easier.

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Plan to arrive in the early morning and stay long enough to enjoy an early dinner along the cobblestone streets at sunset near St. Michael's Bridge.

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Luxembourg City is known for its historic fortifications and castles, which you can find right near the city center.

You'll also find tons of impressive musuems, trendy restaruants, and lively bars. For the best nightlife, head to the Grund neighborhood.

If you're visiting in December, be sure not to miss the Luxembourg Christmas Market in the city center.

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If you have the extra time, consider catching a show at the historic Splendid Palace or Latvian National Opera.

If you're interested in photographing the old town (highly recommended) plan to arrive in the early morning on a weekend day. You'll pretty much have the streets to yourself.

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From the iconic Nyhavn harbor to the quirky sreets of Christiania, this itinerary has it all.

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This guide will take you from Buckingham Palace to the London Eye, and just about everywhere else you might want to go.

There's even time for afternoon tea, just be sure to make those reservations in advance.

If you plan to enter any of the major attractions, be sure to book your reservations online in advance to save time.

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How to Have an Incredible One Day in Brussels

If you're looking for historic architecture and good food at the same time, Brussels will likely be one of your favorite European day trips.

In the Brussels city center you'll find Grand Place, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with plenty of options for sampling the city's best Belgium waffles, fries, and beer.

If you have a full day, you can also sqeeze in a trip to the Atomium and European Parliament.

Try to end your evening at Delirium Cafe. Here you can sample hundreds of international craft beers and even enjoy some live music.

Delirium Cafe is also a great place to meet other travelers if you're traveling solo.

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How to Enjoy Naples in a Day

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If you're a foodie, or just love Italian cuisine, Naples is a must visit city in Europe.

Just be sure to leave room for more than one stop at a traditional pizzeria, you won't regret it.

In the evenings, head out to one of the many jazz clubs around the city for cocktails and live music.

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Eden Fite

Part-time Traveler | Dog Lover | Avoider of Crowds

I help busy people find creative ways to travel more.

Hey everybody! Looking to support women-owned and women friendly businesses this black Friday?

I’m recommending three of my favorite blogging courses, two of which are women owned. The other is not owned by a woman but is well known for promoting inclusive, female friendly content.

Better yet, all three of these courses are currently having black Friday sales.

If you’re a blogger and looking to invest in yourself next year, let me help you find the best blogging courses in 2021.

First, let me be totally honest. I’m not recommending the best blogging courses based on my own financial success as a blogger.

I’m not making six figures, I don’t get paid to fly around the world, and I’ve never been featured in Forbes or Conde Nast.

So why take advice from a blogger who hasn’t “made it yet”? Well, because I’m just like you.

Since starting this blog back in 2018 I’ve taken at least a dozen blogging courses covering everthing from website design to photography to creative writing.

With that kind of experience, I know which were the best blogging courses and which weren’t so great. So let me help you cut through the b.s. and get to the good stuff.

Best Blogging Courses in 2021

In case you don’t know me, my name is Eden and I write the blog you’re currently reading called Rock a Little Travel.

I began my blogging journey on January 1, 2018, as one of my New Year’s resolutions. I had always wanted to have a travel blog, so I decided 2018 would be my year.

What I didn’t know then was how steep the learning curve is when you’re just starting out.

It took me three months just to get the first edition of my blog online, but it wasn’t pretty. The design was terrible, the photos were bad, and the writing sucked.

After several more weeks and dozens of time consuming mistakes later, I decided it was time to invest in learning the skills I needed to become a successful blogger.

This is where I entered the wonderful world of blogging courses. Let me introduce you to my first.

Superstar Blogging

The first blogging course I invested in was Nomadic Matt’s Superstar Blogging. My only regret in signing up for this course was that I didn’t sign up sooner.

The first sections of the Superstar Blogging program are all about how to properly set up your blog. This information alone would have saved me months of wasted time (and frustration).

Here’s what you get in the course.

The Superstar Blogging program is set up into eight units as follows:

• Unit 1: Setting up and getting started
• Unit 2: Building a brand
• Unit 3: Writing content
• Unit 4: Mastering Social Media and Networking
• Unit 5: Search Enging Optimization (SEO)
• Unit 6: Newsletters
• Unit 7: Monetizing your blog
• Unit 8: Working with brands

Each of the eight units goes into detail about the various topics covered and in most cases even provides step by step instructions. Honestly, this course is worth it just for unit 1 alone.

The Superstar Blogging course has evolved over the years and now functions as more of a Masterclass. In addition to the coursework above, you also get access to the following:

• Weely Q&As and strategy calls
• Unlimited tech support
• Notes and edits on your writing
• Access to a community forum to meet and network with other students
• A collaboration board
• Bonus webinars from other successful online content creators
• Real world assignments to keep you motivated

If you’re looking for the best blogging courses for beginners, this is the one I recommend when you’re just getting started. The course is only $49 per month and you can quit anytime.

I promise you, that may be the best $49 you ever spend on your blog. I know it was for me.

So what’s next?

Once you get comfortable with the basics of blogging it’s time to take it up a notch. Introducing, my latest obsession.

Travel Blog Accelerator

Kristin Addis of Be My Travel Muse launched Travel Blog Accelerator in May 2020. As soon as I saw Kristin’s announcement for her new course, I knew I had to join.

To be totally honest, at this point in my blogging career, I was totally over blogging courses. It seemed every blogger on the planet was launching a blogging course and I was so over it.

But I knew this time it was different.

What really caught my attention with Travel Blog Accelerator was the monthly group calls. I loved the idea of being able to actually interact with Kristin and the other group members.

I wanted to really meet people, not just be another comment on their social media feed.

The other thing that intrigued me about Travel Blog Accerlator was that it would be interactive and adapt to the needs of the group.

I liked the idea that we could ask questions, make suggestions, and recommend future topics.

So far we’ve covered the following topics in our monthly teachings since the course launched:

• May 2020: Finding your perfect niche
• June 2020: Search Engine Optimization
• July 2020: Monetization
• August 2020: Growing social media
• September 2020: Growing your email list
• October 2020: Creating and Marketing Your First Products
• November 2020: Blogging as a business
• December 2020: I’m super excited for next month’s topic!

At the end of each monthly teaching presentation Kristin opens up the call to questions from the group. We usually have about 20 to 30 minutes of questions after each call, depending on the topic.

In addition to the monthly teachings Travel Blog Accelerator also includes the following:

• Live monthly mastermind calls (I always look forward to these!)
• Direct access to Kristin and all the other awesome bloggers via a private Slack group
• The chance to make your money back via writing opportunities and other projects

We typically have two monthly mastermind calls each month and have gotten to meet some incredible people.

So far we’ve had calls with Liz Carlson of Young Adventuress, Alyssa Ramos of My Life’s a Travel Movie, and Alex Baackes of Alex in Wanderland, just to name a few.

These mastermind calls are interactive, packed with good information, and really fun. As always, we get to ask questions at the end.

I can’t stress enough how much I love being a part of Travel Blog Accelerator. This is the online blogging community I’d always been looking for but never found elsewhere.

Need more convincing?

Kristin currently has Travel Blog Accelerator on sale for just $111 per month.

For the introverts out there who don’t want to interact with other people, I recommend focusing on your SEO once you’ve got the basics down.

For the best SEO blogging course, let me introduce you to my favorite one night stand.

SEO The Easy Way

After you’ve got your blog set up and you understand the basic fundamentals of blogging, I strongly recommend investing in a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) course.

The one I found the most helpful was SEO the Easy Way from Make Traffic Happen.

In SEO The Easy Way you will learn the following:

• Why you need to do keyword research for your blog.
• What tools you need to perform keyword research.
• What type of keywords you should be looking for as a beginner.
• How to find appropriate keywords for your blog.

You can get through this course in a night or two and within 6 months you should start seeing organic search traffic coming to your blog. This is of course, if you follow their strategy.

If you’re a blogger hoping to invest in yourself next year, I really believe these are the best blogging courses out there. But please don’t take my word for it, give them a try yourself. You’re worth it.

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