Porto

Local food, colourful buildings, scenic viewpoints.

Meet your travel co-pilot, Mayuri

Book a 1:1 personal travel consultation with travel advisor Mayuri to download everything you need to know.

Hi! I’m Mayuri, an Indian-Canadian based in Porto, Portugal. Born in a small town in India and shaped by the majestic landscapes of Alberta, Canada, I’ve always had a deep love for culture, adventure, and beautiful places. After visiting Portugal regularly since 2019, I followed my heart and made the move in 2024, and I’m so grateful to now call this charming country home! As a travel-lover turned local, I’m all about sharing cultural experiences, local cafés, dreamy photo spots and delicious foods. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or diving deeper into Portugal, I’m here to help you explore like a local and make your trip truly magical.

✔️ Worked with Alberta Tourism, GetYourGuide, Hotels.com and more

✔️ Travel itinerary planner

✔️ Will travel for a photography. Especially to TK.

📍 Porto, Portugal

Book with Mayuri

Get to know Mayuri

  • I grew up in Sibsagar, a small town in Northeast India. I’m the oldest of three and spent my childhood reading, painting, and dancing. Books were my way of exploring the world back the—and now I’m living that dream through real-life travel!

  • One of my all-time favorite solo travel memories is my unforgettable trip to Iceland. I explored the south, west, and even the remote north of the country all on my own. What made it extra special? I did it without renting a car! With a mix of domestic flights, organized tours, and transfers, I was able to experience Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, charming towns, and otherworldly beauty — completely solo and on my terms. From black sand beaches and powerful waterfalls to lava fields and glaciers, every day felt like stepping into a dream. But what I’m most proud of? Visiting four different geothermal spas alone—and loving every moment of it. There’s something magical about soaking in warm, healing waters surrounded by nature, especially when you’re solo and fully present. This trip reminded me just how empowering solo travel can be. I felt brave, free, and deeply connected to the landscapes and people around me.

  • Is rooted in curiosity, connection, and culture. I’ve always been drawn to cities and charming towns, where every street corner has a story and every building whispers a bit of history. I love immersing myself in the local rhythm, whether that means wandering through historic neighborhoods, visiting museums, or joining a walking tour with a local guide who brings the past to life. You’ll often find me with my camera in hand, capturing street scenes, vibrant colors, quiet corners, and anything that feels uniquely local. Photography is how I connect deeper with a place and preserve memories that go beyond the typical postcard view. Food is also a big part of how I travel. I love sampling regional specialties, whether it’s from a cozy family-run restaurant or a street-side vendor.

  • Because no guidebook or travel blog can match real, honest, and up-to-date advice from someone who knows the destination intimately and puts your interests first. Just one consultation will save you hours of pre-trip angst and research time and give you all the confidence you need to hit the ground running.

  • Our Advisors are savvy, knowledgeable women with unique perspectives on their destinations. From sommeliers and pastry chefs to art insiders and modern historians to sun-seekers and nature lovers, they bring deep local expertise to every trip. And, as women, they inherently understand the importance of safety, authenticity, and connection while traveling

  • Every Advisor in our network is carefully vetted through a multi-step verification process to ensure she’s knowledgeable, trustworthy, reliable, and uniquely equipped to help independent travelers plan their dream trip.

    Want to become one? Book a 15-minute 1:1 call with our Community Manager to get started.

  • Advisor consultations happen in a private 1:1 WhatsApp chat, facilitated by SoloTrvlr. You’ll be added to a chat by our SoloTrvlr number (+44 7457 411378) up to five days before your scheduled consultation. Your Local Advisor will join the chat at the scheduled time, ready to help.

    From there, it’s all about you—ask questions, get advice, and discuss whatever you need for your trip. There’s no set structure; the session is completely collaborative and tailored to your travel plans and interests.

    Once your hour is up, the chat will close. Within 48 hours, you’ll receive a personalized Field Guide + Map featuring all the intel and recommendations from your session, plus a few extra tips from your Local Advisor.

    Have more questions afterward? Just DM us on WhatsApp and we’ll help you book additional time.

    If your privacy settings block group chat invites from unknown numbers, you'll need to save our number (+44 7457 411378) to your contacts or receive our invite via WhatsApp DM.

  • You can ask anything travel-related, from whether (and where) it’s safe to walk alone at night to practicalities like where to buy tampons (and how to ask for them!) Need dining advice? Your Local Advisor will share her go-to neighborhood spots and steer you to a hyper-local Italian cooking class taught by a beloved nonna. She’ll also be quick to jump in and let you know if something you’re considering doing is overrated—and tell you what to do instead.

  • No problem! If you need more time with your Local Advisor, just contact us via WhatsApp or by email and we’ll help you book a follow-up session. 

  • Our Advisors do their best to keep their calendars up to date, however, if you would like to book further in advance (i.e. upcoming months where an Advisor hasn't added her availability yet) or none of the listed times work for you, please email us at support@solotrvlr.com and we’ll work with you to find an alternate time.

FAQs