Solo Travel
So, you’re thinking about solo travelling? Great choice! You’ve just discovered the hub for everything solo travel, packed with info, tips, stories, itineraries, and advice, all written by solo travellers.
While it may seem scary at first, solo travel is the best way to get the most out of your adventure and make new life-long friends. Solo travel gives you the ultimate freedom to explore the world on your own terms and learn that you are even more badass than you could have imagined. What makes us experts in solo travel? Most of our customers are solo travellers, so we pay close attention to the community and their likes and dislikes. We work with solo travelling writers and content creators, plus we are solo travellers!
Is Solo Travelling right for me?
You’ll never be lonely
Travelling solo is a guaranteed way to make friends. You’ll go out of your way to talk to more people, and the more you chat, the more you’ll connect!
You’re in charge
The destiny of your trip is entirely up to you. Fancy a day tour? You’re the boss! Want to try a skydive? The world is your oyster!
You’ll become a YES person
You’ll seize every opportunity, take every risk, and totally forget what your comfort zone feels like.
Is Solo Travelling right for me?
You'll never be lonely
Travelling solo is a guaranteed way to make friends. You’ll go out of your way to talk to more people, and the more you chat, the more you’ll connect!
You're in charge
The destiny of your trip is entirely up to you. Fancy a day tour? You’re the boss! Want to try a skydive? The world is your oyster!
You'll become a YES person
You’ll seize every opportunity, take every risk, and totally forget what your comfort zone feels like.
Solo Travel Advice
Best Solo Travel Destinations For 2023
Looking for the best solo travel destinations in 2023? From hiking and exploring the outdoors, to cultural cities filled with history, to beaches with clear blue waters, there are plenty of luxurious, unique and exciting experiences for those travelling alone. Discover the best places for solo travellers in the upcoming year and start planning your next adventure.
Solo Travel Advice
Best Solo Travel Destinations For 2023
Looking for the best solo travel destinations in 2023? From hiking and exploring the outdoors, to cultural cities filled with history, to beaches with clear blue waters, there are plenty of luxurious, unique and exciting experiences for those travelling alone. Discover the best places for solo travellers in the upcoming year and start planning your next adventure.
But how do you meet people while solo travelling?
If you’re travelling alone but want to meet people, hostels are the obvious choice.
They’re packed with great social spaces like communal areas, dorms, bars and- if you choose wisely- rooftop terraces, giant hammocks, and pools! Hostels host events, like walking tours, games nights, bar crawls and so much more. As if all that wasn’t enough to convince you that solo travel is never lonely, we’ve upgraded our app and packed it with social features so you can start meeting travellers online before finding those you click with in real life.
But how do you meet people while solo travelling?
If you’re travelling alone but want to meet people, hostels are the obvious choice.
They’re packed with great social spaces like communal areas, dorms, bars and- if you choose wisely- rooftop terraces, giant hammocks, and pools! Hostels host events, like walking tours, games nights, bar crawls and so much more. As if all that wasn’t enough to convince you that solo travel is never lonely, we’ve upgraded our app and packed it with social features so you can start meeting travellers online before finding those you click with in real life.
Solo travellers share their app reviews
We read them all and keep making the app experience better
FlorianGottschalk
18th January 2023
Very good recent update where u can connect with other travellers in that country and hostel through a chat. Amazing improvement!
Oscar Oscar
25th January 2023
I booked a hostel for the first time through this app. All went good! Not sure if will be the same for future booking!
Discoverwithalexis
2nd January 2023
@hostelworld that's amazing!!!! This makes it so easy to connect with others. I will be definitely be using that feature. 👍🏿
Planning your solo travel adventure?
How do you prepare for your solo travel adventure? Planning, spontaneity, or a bit of both?
Mapping out your trip can help you hit the spots you really care about, and you may feel more comfortable with an itinerary if it’s your first solo trip. If you’re more spontaneous, it’s still worth researching an area before you go and getting a rough idea of places or activities you really want to experience. And if plans change? Who cares! Remember, it’s your adventure. You call the shots.
Solo travel destination guides
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Our Popular Solo Travel Tours
Maybe you know where you want to go, or maybe it’s put a pin in the map time. Have a scroll through these handcrafted solo trips and remember there is no wrong option; adventure is guaranteed.
27 Days In South East Asia
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Solo Travel FAQs
Your frequently asked questions
Whether it’s your first time solo travelling or you’re a seasoned lone ranger, planning is key! Have a list of destinations you want to visit on your trip and to pull out some highlights that are top of your list at each place. This will give you some structure, but still leave you with enough flexibility to go with the flow. Who knows where your new travel friends will take you!
There’s no limit to the best destinations for solo travellers. City breaks, jungle adventures and beach vibes await. No matter where you are, staying in hostels will guarantee you the social travel experience of a lifetime. If you want some more in-depth advice, check out our solo travel destination guides.
As with all the best things in life… there’s no perfect time! Maybe you want an epic gap year before starting your career. Maybe you’ve found yourself at a time in your life when you have a bit more time to yourself and want to push yourself out of your comfort zone. Or maybe you have some bucket list destinations to tick off but no one to go with. The time is now. We only regret the opportunities we don’t take!
There’s no age limit to solo travel. From gap-yearers to silver surfers, solo explorers of all ages have been around since the dawn of time. If you want to travel with other adventurers around your age, it’s easy to do! Checking whether your hostel is a party hostel, booking group tours that cater to your age category and chatting to other travellers on our travel app are all ways you can make sure you’ll be with other people on your vibe.
Life is what you make it! If it’s your first solo trip, you might be a little nervous about travelling alone, so be kind to yourself and take it day by day. Do what you need to feel comfortable and take time to recharge. The fun will always be waiting for you when you choose to get back to it.
Having a plan for your first destination can really help to alleviate solo travel anxiety. It can also help to learn about the experiences of other solo travellers to know what to expect. If you’re nervous about breaking the ice with fellow travellers, you can chat to other travellers before you get to your destination on our solo travel app. Always plan for worst-case scenarios, too!
Everyone’s trip is different, and what works for you might not work for someone else. There are a few helpful do’s and don’ts though, especially if it’s your first time staying in a hostel. Bear your fellow travellers in mind, take safety precautions, and do what makes you happy!
Some people test the water with a weekend away, others jump straight in at the deep end with a year-long adventure. There’s no right or wrong! Check out our solo travel destination guides for itineraries and advice.
Undoubtedly. When else can you meet new people from all over the world, prioritise fun, get some headspace, and completely change up your routine? It’s your trip, lead for you, by you. You can’t get more mindful than that.
There are benefits to both, and you can do both in one trip. Group travel tours can be a great way to kick off your solo travels, especially if you’re a first-timer. For full flexibility and an epic social experience, solo is the way to go. If you’re choosing between the two, our solo vs group travel guide can help you plan your perfect trip.
Of course, we’re going to say YES! But don’t just take our word for it. There is a huge community of solo travellers already out there who tend to be very supportive in answering questions. Solo travel fills your life with new friends, epic adventures and memories that will last a lifetime- 100% worth it in our books!
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