Building Community
Connecting People Through Unforgettable Events
In 2024, our founder was traveling in New Zealand when she arrived at a stunning vineyard in Russell. The restaurant was alive with energy—friends laughing over wine, families sharing meals, and a birthday celebration on the lawn, all against the breathtaking backdrop of the Bay of Islands. It was the perfect setting for an incredible dining experience.
But when asked if she wanted a table, she hesitated. Sitting alone in such a social atmosphere felt wrong.
That moment sparked an idea: Why should solo travelers, whether leisure or business, miss out on these unforgettable experiences?
After discovering others who felt the same need for community, she created NoSolo—a platform designed to help people connect and share authentic experiences.
Meet Our Team

Christine Giraud’s 25 years of diverse work experience includes philanthropy, teaching, clinical research coordination, content creation, and marketing. She has traveled in 34 countries and lived abroad for longer periods of time in Africa, Europe, and Latin America. With contacts around the world, she has gained insight into the positives and negatives of solo travel and ways to enhance travel experiences. In her spare time she likes to explore nature, watch films, and hang out with family and friends.

Mimi Sam is a full stack web developer with a background in business operations and enjoys engaging both technical and administrative skill sets. She is also a technical virtual assistant helping organizations manage their operations and websites. Her preferred ways to travel are exploring new cities by foot and eating as local and authentic as possible.