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Solo Travel

Addictive. Life altering. Intense. Liberating. Solo travel is hard to explain with words alone.

For first timers, the idea of travelling alone can seem quite daunting. Will I be lonely? Will I be safe? What’s the best place to travel solo? Can I do it without joining a solo travel tour? It requires a lot of courage to set off on your first solo trip, but once you’ve taken that leap, you’ll never look back. It will change who you are as a person, and your travels will never be the same again.

In this section you’ll find everything you could possibly need to help you travel solo: from the best solo travel destinations to solo travel tips and advice from our amazing community of backpackers across the globe. Got a question? Tweet us @hostelworld or tag us on Instagram.

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Why Women Shouldn’t Be Worried About Solo Travel to the Middle East

Fascinating landscapes straight out of Arabian Nights, buzzing cities, eclectic and delicious cuisine, sweet tea by the bucket load and hospitality that warms the soul – all

 September 1, 2017 
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Planning A Solo Trip? We Need To Talk About Loneliness

You expected a lot from your first solo trip.  A suntan. Obviously. Getting to know the world a little better. Making new friends. An epic Instagram account.

 July 19, 2017 
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Solo Female Travel In Europe: Your Gateway To A Life More Adventurous

Girls, Let’s travel the world!?✈? Solo female travel is on the rise, and women around the globe are discovering how liberating, empowering and exciting it can be to venture into th

 April 19, 2017 
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11 Fun & Easy Ways To Meet People While Travelling Solo

Want to know how to meet people while travelling alone? Well, it’s easier than you think, and no, you don’t need to be a social butterfly.

 April 6, 2017 

Why Solo Female Travel In Mexico Isn’t As Crazy As It Sounds

“You’re going on your own?? Are you crazy?” When I announced that I would be taking my first ever solo trip this year, my friends and family were concerned.

 March 20, 2017 
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10 Tips For Travelling Alone That Will Transform Your Travels

Solo travel is a skill, and one I’m constantly honing in order to get the very best out of my experiences abroad.

 March 15, 2017 
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Solo Travel to Iran – Hitchhiking, Tinder and a 30-Day Marriage

True love lets nothing stand in its way. It transcends national boundaries, diplomatic animosities and cyber tyranny to bring two hearts together.

 March 13, 2017 
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How To Do Solo Female Travel In India Like A BOSS!

The thought of travelling India alone can seem scary at first.

 February 24, 2017 

I Love You, But Travel Is My Soulmate – An Open Letter

Dear Loved Ones: an open letter to those we leave behind… When I told you I was leaving, I didn’t know where I was heading. I just knew I had to go.

 February 10, 2017 

71 Ways Your Life Will Change When You Travel Alone

Want to travel alone? You’re not the only one! Travelling alone will change your life.

 February 8, 2017 
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Our aim with this travel blog is to feed and water your wanderlust. Here we share our best travel tips with the help of our favourite travel writers; such as where to find those authentic, soul-filled places, and the hottest hostels to stay in while you’re at it. We’ll give you a sneak peek into hostel life, solo travel and the friend filled adventures you can have on the road! Read on if you’re ready to be inspired to #MeetTheWorld BEYOND the tourist brochure!
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