The Galapagos is a bucket list destination for most of us. Where better to be immersed in nature than the archipelago made famous by Darwin?! Understandably, it’s a pricey place and due to requiring a return flight, visitors have a finite amount of time there. As a result, I did a heck of a lot…
Tag: Solo travel
10 struggles of a solo traveller
Travelling solo is one of the most rewarding things a person can do but, at times, things can get tricky. One minute you’re partying at the hostel bar with the international friends you met that day, the next you’re on the floor of the hostel bathroom realising you probably shouldn’t have tried that questionable street…
Solo traveling in Peru, what to know before traveling alone
Taking on a new solo destination can be intimidating, especially if it’s one where the language isn’t your native tongue. Read on for those wanting to venture to the Land of the Incas. As an avid hiker and outdoorswoman, Peru had always been high on my bucket list as a solo female traveler. With a…
An LGBTQ+ traveller’s tips for making lifelong friends while solo travelling
To make lifelong friends while travelling as an LGBTQ+ traveller, join niche tours (like an LGBTQ+ tapas tour in Madrid’s Chueca), travel slowly, join social activities early, connect on several platforms and stay open about your life. During the summer of 2020, while many avid travellers struggled with the ongoing travel restrictions, I went through…
The Best Places to Travel Solo on your Europe Trip by Train
Travelling solo – whether you’re male or female – can be a pretty empowering thing. It’s also a great way to make sure you get visit all the cities you want to see and partake in all of the activities you want to experience without having to worry about anyone else’s opinion. To get you…
13 lessons learned as a solo traveler
Solo travel teaches you that the world is less scary than the news suggests, that you’re more capable than you think and that making friends is easier than you expect. Things will still go wrong, so get travel insurance and start with shorter trips. I love solo travel . The unrivaled freedom is intoxicating. You’re free to…
Mulled wine or sunshine? The 9 best places to spend Christmas alone
Who said you had to be home for Christmas? Having a solo Christmas in some of the best cities is a great way to make lifelong ties with people from all over the world. There’s the bonus that you don’t have to see family members who get on your nerves, and you can save more…
Solo travel vs group tours: which is right for you?
Everyone likes to travel in different ways, and for different reasons. Be it for relaxation and comfort, for adventure and exhilaration, or for culture and new experiences. There are no right or wrong ways to do it, and nowadays there are ways to travel to suit everyone’s needs. A discussion that I have had many…
My first 24 hours as a solo traveller
Solo travellers. Crawling through countless cities, countries, and continents; you’re weather-beaten, street-savvy ramblers of the highest order. You know your Kanpai’s from your Yamas’; you’re not afraid to eat out alone; you’ve got at least 10 different tourist visas plastering the pages of your bruised and battered passport . But, young masters, we all start somewhere….
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. Even a few of those ‘did I just bungee jump naked’ moments that you’ve pledged never to talk about. Ever. But loneliness? You probably never expected that. Yet,…
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