I was sitting on the edge of the pier in Istanbul, torn in two directions.  My legs were dangling over the water. The right leg was vibrating from my foot’s restless air-tapping — ready to move on to my next solo adventure. The left leg was weighed down by the affectionate hand of the man …

Traveling alone can be incredibly rewarding and enriching. Solo travelers are able to travel at their own pace, explore without sticking to anyone’s schedule but their own, and meet new people as they go along. One of the only real downsides of traveling alone is that you have to be more safety conscious throughout your …

Solo travel is having a moment, with more and more people tuning into the trend of going at it alone. One area of solo travel that is becoming increasingly popular is female solo travel, with more women than ever hitting the road themselves and enjoying their own company as they try new experiences and new …

Solo travel is among the most popular trends this year. But what is it about going off on your own that is so appealing? It could be a wide variety of reasons, but the one common denominator for solo travelers is we truly love seeing the world through our own lens. Sure, having company is …

Are you looking for a great destination in Europe for a solo trip? Here’s why Croatia is so well-loved by solo travelers and why it’s the perfect place to travel solo! According to a recent study from Bounce, a luggage storage company, Croatia is the top country in the world for solo travelers in 2023. …

Solo travel is experiencing a real surge in popularity, with more people than ever choosing to pack their bags and explore the world on their own. But where are they going? A new study has analyzed 24 months’ worth of Google data to find the places that solo travelers are searching for. Based on this …

There are many misconceptions about traveling solo in Latin America. I spent the better part of a year in Central and South America, and there were many things that surprised me about traveling solo in this part of the world. I’ve traveled to 11 countries in Latin America, spending anywhere from a few days to …

Are you planning your first trip as a solo female traveler? Traveling on your own for the first time can be a challenging experience. As a solo female traveler, you’re probably concerned about safety and want to choose a destination where you can feel safe and confident traveling while still having a good time. I’ve …

Trailblazing solo traveler and author Elizabeth Gilbert once said, “To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice.”  After 5 years on the road on my own, I wholeheartedly agree… but I also worry that the era of solo female travel empowerment has glossed over some of the challenges in its worthy push to encourage women …

Women are traveling more and are eager to explore new destinations—especially after the pandemic—, with or without companions. We have already explored the top 5 cities for female travelers, and now we have a new analysis of the safest countries.  Even though solo travel has been getting more and more popular among globetrotters, women still face …

Solo travel is something that can be so intriguing for many, yet panic-inducing for others. As alluring as the idea of traveling alone to a foreign place can be, any traveler will tell you that it’s also daunting, especially for first-timers. In a new report, the travel safety index highlights 10 locations around the globe …

Travel is back and bigger than ever. Many destinations have reported record-breaking visitor arrivals, and the momentum doesn’t look like it will stop. As more and more travelers get back out into the world, many are considering going it alone. In fact, about 25% of American travelers planned on taking a solo trip this year, …