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<\/p>\nTraveling alone is a sensational experience. You can enjoy all the freedom you want, being totally free to decide what to do and when. There\u2019s no need for compromise, and you\u2019re always in charge of the pace and schedule. However, sometimes even the most experienced solo travelers can feel a sense of melancholy (and perhaps even loneliness). A fundamental part of the travel experience is meeting new people, discovering different cultures and sharing adventures with others along the way. Here are some tips for building those important traveler relationships along the way\u2026<\/p>\n
Some people are a little timid and wonder if it\u2019s possible to make friends on the go. First of all, it\u2019s definitely doable, but you\u2019re going to have to leave your shyness at home. Take a moment and think about your situation. You\u2019re in a new country, thousands of miles from home. You\u2019re already pushing the boundaries of your comfort zone, so what do you have to lose?! Who cares if you make a bad impression! You won\u2019t have anyone to remind you about it once you move on to your next destination if you don\u2019t want to. Perhaps the most important advice we can give you is to just have fun and try not to be shy.
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Personally, while traveling I have met so many wonderful people. I still hear from many of them, and see them when I get the chance. Some have even become traveling companions for various trips. Most however, are just people with whom I shared an experience. The fact remains that they all helped to make my various trips unique and special. Be flexible! Try to meet others and learn to appreciate their individuality. Let yourself go!<\/p>\n
Sharing a room with other people allows you to have more opportunities to chat and share your experiences. Everything in the room can be an excuse to start a conversation and make new travel buddies. You can always share travel power adapters as an icebreaker \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
Most travelers are already aware that hostels are the perfect place to meet other adventurers. Guess who else knows this: the staff! That\u2019s why hostels are always doing crazy and wonderful activities for its guests. Also, try to spend as long as possible in the public areas of the hostel when you\u2019re not out seeing the city. It\u2019s not uncommon for spontaneous adventures to ignite from a small spark of casual conversation. Get involved! You won\u2019t regret it!
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We can definitely say that most of the major cities in the world have free walking tours on offer. Not only will you have the opportunity to take a free tour and learn about the most important parts of the city you\u2019re in, but it\u2019s the perfect setting to exchange a few words with your fellow curious travelers. Ask questions and get involved. The guides also usually have some awesome tips about where to spend the evening!<\/p>\n
This tip doesn\u2019t really apply if you\u2019re going on a solitary journey of self-discovery in Kenya. But you\u2019ll be surprised to discover that wherever you go there will almost always be someone from your home country who can point you towards any hangouts or communities of other expats. Try to find out if there are any pubs or restaurants run by your countrymen\/countrywomen! It\u2019s more common than you might think\u2026
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Drinking make everyone more friendly \ud83d\ude09 So why not take part in a pub crawl? As well as having the opportunity to spend an entire evening in the company of new travelling acquaintances, you will get to see the city in a different light to the one your daytime adventures will show you. Obviously be sensible! Remember that you\u2019re there to enjoy yourself, make friends and enjoy the city, not to get so wasted that your memories and safety are compromised. Ask the hostel staff for their local tips on the best places to go!<\/p>\n
Why not introduce yourselves to someone of a different culture? So many people in countries around the world speak at least broken English. You\u2019ll see the world is not as large and lonely as some people think it is.
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Dating apps put people in contact, with the idea that you never know what could happen from interacting with someone you might never have crossed paths with normally. There are so many apps out there, not just for dating but for just meeting people in general. Why not use those on your travels to try and meet some new people? Be sensible and safe though of course!<\/p>\n
Another piece of advice that I feel it important to pass along (and perhaps the most important bit) is to remind you that there are many people who travel alone or who simple want to share their experience with others. Try not to feel intimidated and enjoy the adventure! You\u2019ll find a lot of people in your position who will be just thrilled to meet you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Traveling alone is a sensational experience. You can enjoy all the freedom you want, being totally free to decide what to do and when. There\u2019s no need for compromise, and you\u2019re always in charge of the pace and schedule. However, sometimes even the most experienced solo travelers can feel a sense of melancholy (and perhaps…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":59,"featured_media":135638,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9499],"tags":[59,37,2793,803,1003],"class_list":["post-18326","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hostel-tips","tag-inspire-me","tag-things-to-do","tag-travel-friend","tag-travel-tips","tag-wanderlust","wpbf-post"],"yoast_head":"\n