All articles tagged with #solo travel
A travel writer spends a week on the remote island of Niue with her ex-boyfriend's best friend, Jake, exploring the island's natural beauty and whales, while reflecting on friendship, love, and personal growth during her milestone 50th birthday.
Claire Drinkwater left her demanding media career in London to travel the world, during which she fell in love and moved to Belgium, discovering that home is where you feel comfortable and connected, not just a place.
Travelers in 2026 will prioritize authentic, immersive experiences, including quick trips for Gen Z, nature and national parks, cultural events like the Winter Olympics, and solo travel to scenic destinations, with a focus on local culture and unique activities.
Tracee Ellis Ross discusses her love for solo travel, her meticulous 'bring it all' packing philosophy, and her new Roku show 'Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross,' highlighting her adventures and insights on traveling alone around the world.
Solo vacations are becoming an increasingly popular Thanksgiving tradition, as more people choose to spend the holiday traveling alone. This trend reflects a shift towards personal growth and self-discovery, with individuals opting for unique experiences over traditional family gatherings.
Introverts can survive group travel by booking their own room, using headphones to ward off unwanted conversations, setting boundaries for alone time, and traveling in small groups to minimize social exhaustion. It's important to communicate needs with travel companions and be proactive in creating personal space during group activities.
Pamela Holt, who underwent risky spine surgery after a car accident, defied her surgeon's advice and embarked on a solo backpacking trip to the Middle East. Her love for travel began in her teens and she made it a priority, especially after the life-changing accident. Holt's passion for solo travel led her to visit 80 countries by her 50th birthday, and she even created a travel series combining her love for travel and entertainment. She encourages others, especially women, to start small and build confidence through solo travel, emphasizing the importance of trusting instincts and seeking out life's opportunities. Despite now being married, Holt continues to solo travel and finds joy in exploring the world.
Tristan Ridley has been traveling the world as a full-time bikepacker for eight years, living on a budget of $6 a day. He turned his passion into a business by offering coaching services and growing a popular YouTube channel documenting his travels. Ridley's story reflects a trend of individuals turning their unique lifestyles into online businesses, including sailing, solo travel influencing, and long-distance cycling. As he continues his journey, Ridley's mindset towards travel has evolved, emphasizing slower travel, tougher routes, and companionship over simply visiting a certain number of countries.
A frequent female solo traveler shares her top safety tips for solo travel, including bringing a doorstop and Addalock device for extra security in hotel rooms, carrying a whistle or personal alarm, bringing the 10 hiking essentials when hiking, investing in a satellite communicator for outdoor adventures, refraining from sharing real-time location on social media, sharing location privately with trusted contacts, utilizing technology for offline maps and communication, listening to intuition, and having a backup plan in case of discomfort.
A woman shares her experience of battling her eating disorder during a solo trip to Ireland for her birthday. Despite being in recovery for a decade, she found herself struggling with disordered thoughts and self-judgment. However, she resolved to take up space and enjoy her trip without judgment. She embraced the freedom to choose what she wanted to eat, indulged in local cuisine, and focused on appreciating her surroundings. She also connected with another traveler who understood the challenges of staying present while traveling with an eating disorder. Ultimately, the trip reminded her of the importance of staying present and being kind to herself.
Flight attendant Shanese Stuckey shares her top 10 travel hacks and must-have products for a smoother travel experience. These include a cup holder that attaches to your suitcase handle, packing cubes for efficient packing, a portable door lock for added security in hotel rooms, a phone holder for airplane travel, a mini portable charger, a Bluetooth audio transmitter for better in-flight entertainment, a universal power travel plug adapter, a carry-on garment bag that doubles as a garment bag, an illuminating mirror for quick touch-ups, and non-drowsy Dramamine for motion sickness. All products are available on Amazon.
The hiker continues their journey on the Colorado Trail, marveling at the beauty of the alpine tundra and golden mountains. They push through fatigue and fear, finding unexpected motivation after a falling tree narrowly misses their tent. The hiker completes the section earlier than planned and treats themselves to a milkshake before reflecting on the purpose of their journey. They hitch a ride to their hostel in Salida and have a meaningful conversation with a fellow traveler about self-discovery and societal expectations.
Gen Z influencer MJ Hedderman, known as "the Instagram girlfriend," has been teaching her followers how to take expert-level photos of themselves while traveling solo. Her three tips include using props to feel more natural in front of the camera, taking videos and screenshotting the best frames, and not caring about other people's opinions. These tips have helped travelers feel more confident and creative in capturing the perfect snapshots of themselves while exploring new destinations.
Debra Dolan has been sending postcards to herself for over 40 years, capturing her impressions, thoughts, and feelings during her travels. These postcards serve as time capsules, reminding her of the places she's been and the person she was at that time. The habit of sending postcards to herself began in Vancouver, where she discovered her love for travel. Over the years, Dolan has sent hundreds of postcards from destinations around the world, cherishing them as memories of a life well-traveled. The postcards also reflect her evolving handwriting, language, and travel habits, while always ending with a heart. Dolan believes that these postcards capture unique moments and experiences that are personal to each traveler.
Trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney has fled to Peru for solo travel and soul searching after feeling unsafe in the US. Mulvaney, who caused controversy by partnering with Bud Light earlier this year, has been filming herself frolicking with llamas and participating in shaman ceremonies. While she feels safe in Peru, Mulvaney expressed sadness at having to leave her country to feel secure. The popularity of Bud Light has plummeted since their partnership with Mulvaney, and she criticized the beer brand for not standing by her during the fallout.