{"id":1266869,"date":"2025-07-25T12:20:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T12:20:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=1266869"},"modified":"2026-09-17T00:24:03","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T00:24:03","slug":"how-to-connect-with-other-solo-travellers-on-tours-hangouts-in-common-rooms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/how-to-connect-with-other-solo-travellers-on-tours-hangouts-in-common-rooms\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Connect With Other Solo Travellers on Tours, Hangouts &#038; in Common Rooms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"627\"><strong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"504\">Solo travel is freedom, adventure, and&#8230; sometimes wondering who to share your snacks with.<\/strong> But good news: other travellers are everywhere, and most of them want to meet <em data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"588\">you<\/em> just as much as you want to meet them.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"766\">This guide goes <em data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"661\">beyond hostels<\/em> to help you connect with fellow solo travellers in city tours, hangouts, apps, and yes, even laundromats.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"845\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"843\">Need more help building confidence as a solo adventurer? Start here:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"1307\">\n<li data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"1012\">\n<p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1012\"><a class=\" post links\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/how-to-travel-alone-for-the-first-time-without-feeling-lonely\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1010\" class=\"post links\">How to Travel Alone for the First Time (Without Feeling Lonely)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1167\">\n<p data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1167\"><a class=\" post links\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/13-hostel-activities-that-help-you-instantly-meet-people\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1165\" class=\"post links\">13 Hostel Activities That Help You Instantly Meet People<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1307\">\n<p data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1307\"><a class=\" post links\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/how-to-make-friends-in-hostels-even-if-youre-shy\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1307\" class=\"post links\">How to Make Friends in Hostels (Even If You\u2019re Shy)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>1. <strong data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1356\">Turn Transit Time into Chat Time<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1266872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"people watching the train go by in prague\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSF5076-Prague-Czech-Republic-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/czech-republic\/prague\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book Hostels In Prague<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1456\">Train platforms, ferry queues, airport shuttles&#8230; <strong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1456\">these in-between moments are social goldmines.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1638\">That person with the same backpack brand? Probably also solo. That couple trying to figure out which train to take? They might be open to chatting over coffee once you both arrive.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1778\">\ud83d\udfe1 <em data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1778\">Pro tip: Ask for help, then offer it. \u201cIs this the right platform for Naples?\u201d is a great opener, even if you already know the answer.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2263\">2. <strong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2263\">Volunteer for a Day (or a Few Hours)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2374\">Want a truly meaningful way to meet other people? <strong data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2374\">Look for short-term volunteering or community projects.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2534\">Planting trees in Medell\u00edn, helping out at a beach clean-up in Bali, or joining a community kitchen in Lisbon connects you with locals <em data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2516\">and<\/em> other volunteers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2565\">\ud83c\udf31 Start with platforms like:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2682\">\n<li data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2605\">\n<p data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2605\">Workaway (filter for short-term gigs)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2629\">\n<p data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2629\">Facebook local events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2682\">\n<p data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2682\">Hostel bulletin boards (some host volunteer days!)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2725\">3. <strong data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2725\">Say Yes to the Weird Stuff<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1266873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-1024x692.webp\" alt=\"colorful monument in barcelona\" width=\"1024\" height=\"692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-1024x692.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-300x203.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-768x519.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-1536x1037.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/GettyImages-503786577_super-Barcelona-Spain-2048x1383.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/spain\/barcelona\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book Hostels In Barcelona<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2924\">The underground jazz night. The salsa class in a bar basement. The free museum tour that turns into rooftop drinks. <strong data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2924\">These are the moments you remember and the ones where connections spark fast.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"3052\">Being \u201cweird enough\u201d to try something different often means you\u2019ll be surrounded by curious, open-minded people just like you.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3161\">\ud83d\udfe1 <em data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3161\">Not sure what to say? \u201cI almost didn\u2019t come, so glad I did. What made you say yes?\u201d is always a winner.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"209\">4. <strong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"209\">Book Hostels Designed for Social Travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1266874\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1266874\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1266874\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"a communal area in a hostel with a billiard table where people are playing\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SHARED-SPACE_4-2048x1152.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1266874\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/299165\/wot-peniche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">WOT Peniche &#8211; Peniche, Portugal<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"467\">Not all hostels are party spots, and they\u2019re <em data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"267\">definitely<\/em> not just for 18-year-olds on gap years. These days, hostels range from boutique hideaways to lively hubs full of events, shared dinners, and rooftop yoga. The key is choosing one that fits your vibe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"491\">Look for hostels with:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"708\">\n<li data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"565\">\n<p data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"565\">\u201cShared kitchen,\u201d \u201ccommon areas,\u201d or \u201crooftop bar\u201d in the description<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"634\">\n<p data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"634\">High ratings for <strong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"601\">\u201catmosphere\u201d<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"617\">\u201cstaff\u201d<\/strong> on <a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><strong>Hostelworld<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"708\">\n<p data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"708\">Regular events like free walking tours, communal dinners, or pub crawls<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"934\">\ud83c\udfe0 Whether you&#8217;re looking for chill chats over coffee or a ready-made social crew, <strong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"883\"><a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostelworld<\/a> makes it easy to find hostels with vibrant, community-focused spaces, <\/strong>no 12-bed dorm required (unless you&#8217;re into that).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1033\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"989\">Book hostels with shared spaces on Hostelworld<\/strong> and let the conversations happen naturally.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1033\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book A Hostel Now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"242\">5. <strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"242\">Use Group-Friendly Travel Apps to Spark Real-Life Meetups<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1266875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-1024x632.webp\" alt=\"woman sitting at a table outside looking at her phone\" width=\"1024\" height=\"632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-1024x632.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-300x185.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-768x474.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-1536x948.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Phone-use-2048x1264.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"436\">Some of the best travel connections start <em data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"294\">before<\/em> you even check in. With the right apps, you can meet fellow solo travellers heading to the same destination\u2014or already staying where you are.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"445\">\ud83d\udd17 Try:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"886\">\n<li data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"628\">\n<p data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"628\"><a href=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><strong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"467\">Hostelworld app<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Join your hostel\u2019s social chat, share your travel plans, and see who\u2019s staying nearby. It&#8217;s like a group chat for travellers, minus the awkward introductions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"732\">\n<p data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"732\"><strong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"658\">Couchsurfing \u201cHangouts\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 Find travellers and locals looking to meet up <em data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"718\">right now<\/em> in your city.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"886\">\n<p data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"886\"><strong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"745\">Tandem<\/strong> \u2013 A language exchange app that\u2019s surprisingly great for striking up casual, friendly convos (and often leads to caf\u00e9 meetups or local tips).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"980\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"947\">Use our app to find travel buddies everywhere you go<\/strong>\u2014before you even unpack your bag.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"980\"><p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Download Hostelworld App<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4279\">6. <strong data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"4279\">Use Your Skills to Attract People<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1266876\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"a woman playing guitar with two other people gathered around\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lifestyle-iStock_000069173155_Medium.webp 1698w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4281\" data-end=\"4502\">Are you a photographer? Guitar player? Good at leading games? <strong data-start=\"4343\" data-end=\"4379\">Show it off, without showing off.<\/strong> Being the person who offers value (organises a walk, shares a tip, hosts a mini-language exchange) draws people naturally.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4516\">\ud83d\udfe1 Examples:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4517\" data-end=\"4674\">\n<li data-start=\"4517\" data-end=\"4578\">\n<p data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4578\">\u201cI\u2019m heading out to shoot sunset, anyone want to tag along?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4616\">\n<p data-start=\"4581\" data-end=\"4616\">\u201cI\u2019ve got cards\/dice, want to play?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4617\" data-end=\"4674\">\n<p data-start=\"4619\" data-end=\"4674\">\u201cI know a shortcut to the viewpoint if anyone\u2019s going.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4676\" data-end=\"4766\">Even if no one says yes right away, people <em data-start=\"4719\" data-end=\"4727\">notice<\/em> when you lead, and often join in later.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4773\" data-end=\"4817\">7. <strong data-start=\"4779\" data-end=\"4817\">Reframe \u201cAlone\u201d as Your Superpower<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1266877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Woman enjoying beautiful view on Verona city\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Woman-enjoying-beautiful-view-on-Verona-city-GettyImages-587933942-2048x1367.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4819\" data-end=\"5036\">Some travellers are in couples, groups, or family units. <strong data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"4951\">But solo travellers? You\u2019re the ones people are most likely to approach.<\/strong> Why? Because you\u2019re <em data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"4985\">approachable<\/em>. You&#8217;re not locked into a plan.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5038\" data-end=\"5148\">The trick is to embrace it. Sit in the shared space, walk slowly through a museum, or ask open-ended questions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5150\" data-end=\"5207\">You\u2019re not alone. You\u2019re <em data-start=\"5175\" data-end=\"5186\">available, <\/em>and that\u2019s powerful.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5214\" data-end=\"5279\">Connecting With Other Travellers Isn\u2019t About Being the Loudest<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1266878 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"group of people talking in a hostel bunk bed room\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/20180620_Emil_Edinburgh_5Dm2_0156-The-Baxter-Edinburgh-Scotland-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5281\" data-end=\"5398\">It\u2019s about being open. Saying yes. Looking up from your phone. Starting with a smile, a question, or a shared moment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5400\" data-end=\"5554\">Whether it\u2019s at a city walking tour, a jazz bar hangout, or over pasta in a shared hostel kitchen, <strong data-start=\"5498\" data-end=\"5554\">your next travel friendship is just one moment away.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5556\" data-end=\"5701\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"5559\" data-end=\"5601\">Book hostels with vibrant common areas<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"5605\" data-end=\"5663\"><a href=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">use our app<\/a> to meet other solo travellers in your city, <\/strong>before you even unpack your backpack.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Download the Hostelworld app to start meeting people from the moment you book<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/hostelworld-hostels-hotels\/id348890820?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-0 aligncenter post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/App-IOS-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"203\" height=\"60\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.hostelworld.app&amp;referrer=mat_click_id%3Da7e362b8d8149e63507f7d1f7184f176-20171011-8816\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-0 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/App-google-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"203\" height=\"60\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-1266871 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_1266871, body .eap_section_title_1266871 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-1266871.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1266871.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1266871.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1266871.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1266871.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_1266871\">\ud83e\udd14 FAQ: Connecting With Other Solo Travellers<\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1753439267\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1266871\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668710\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668710\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668710\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What\u2019s the easiest way to meet other solo travellers when I first arrive somewhere?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse12668710\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668710\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Start by joining a group tour or checking in at a social hostel. Even a free walking tour can spark quick connections. And don\u2019t forget to say hi in the hostel common room or <a href=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>app chat<\/strong><\/a>, most people are just waiting for someone to make the first move.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668711\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668711\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668711\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> I\u2019m shy, how do I start a conversation without feeling awkward?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668711\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668711\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>You\u2019re not alone. Try simple openers like \u201cWhere are you headed next?\u201d or \u201cAny recommendations around here?\u201d Asking for tips is an easy way to break the ice. For more help, read our guide on <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/how-to-make-friends-in-hostels-even-if-youre-shy\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1097\">how to make friends in hostels even if you're shy<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668712\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668712\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668712\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What kind of hostels are best for meeting people?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668712\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668712\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Look for hostels with high ratings for \u201catmosphere\u201d and shared spaces like common rooms, rooftop bars, or kitchens. Reviews that mention events, pub crawls, or communal dinners are a great sign it\u2019s a social place.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668713\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668713\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668713\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What if I\u2019m not staying in a hostel\u2014can I still meet people?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668713\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668713\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1735\">Yes! You can still connect with solo travellers through city tours, coworking events, language exchanges, or even caf\u00e9 meetups. Shared experiences, like cooking classes or hikes, are perfect for natural conversation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668714\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668714\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668714\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are there any apps that help solo travellers connect?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668714\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668714\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Definitely. The <a href=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1841\">Hostelworld app<\/strong><\/a> lets you join chats, share your travel plans, and see who else is around. You can book a hostel directly from the app, start messaging your fellow hostel buddies and build connections before you even leave home.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668715\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668715\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668715\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What if I try and people don\u2019t respond?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668715\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668715\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>It happens to everyone. Don\u2019t take it personally, travellers come from all kinds of moods and energy levels. Just keep putting yourself out there. The more open you are, the more likely you'll find people ready to connect.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668716\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668716\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668716\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I meet other travellers without drinking or going to parties?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668716\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668716\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Absolutely. Not all socialising happens at bars. Look for hostels that host activities like cooking nights, walking tours, yoga, or movie screenings. Day tours, coworking caf\u00e9s, and group classes are great options too, no alcohol required.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668717\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668717\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668717\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How do I keep in touch with people I meet while travelling?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668717\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668717\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Most travellers swap Instagram handles or WhatsApp numbers to stay connected. If you really click with someone, consider planning a shared day trip or syncing your next destination. Travel friendships can last longer than you\u2019d expect.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12668718\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12668718\" aria-controls=\"collapse12668718\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How can I find travel buddies going to the same place as me?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12668718\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1266871\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12668718\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/social.hostelworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hostelworld app<\/strong><\/a> to share your travel plans and see who else is heading the same way. 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