1. More freedom 2. Cultural immersion 3. Confidence boosting 4. Skill-building 5. Independence 6. Easy budgeting 7. Making new friends
1. Problem-solving 2. Safety 3. Loneliness 4. Can be scary your first time!
– Area safety & convenience – Wi-Fi strength – Your budget – Your priorities – Whether you need more privacy
Things to think about:
One of my favorite things to do is find a cozy corner in a café and just while away the time if it all just got too much. It helps me to center my soul and gives me just the right amount of peace, by myself, but with a few people around me so I’d never feel lonely.
You can find free walking tours
Most free tours are done by locals so you get a local's perspective!
You'll be with others, but there's no obligation to speak to anyone
You'll be able to find your way around the city faster
It can literally be anything you want it to be. The purpose of this is to gain confidence slowly and push the limits without upsetting yourself or ruining the vibe of your trip. Trust me, you’ll create all sorts of wild memories for yourself that you’ll cherish!
You think you’re an introvert because you like being alone, but in reality you just love being at peace, and you’re actually introverted around people who bring you peace.
If you do find opportunities to make friends, make sure you’re only expending energy on making genuine friends.
There’s something to be said for living like a local while you’re traveling. It offers a totally unique experience that’s different from the classic tourist vibe, and you’ll probably learn a lot about yourself on the way.
When traveling on your own, you can have slow, purposeful days at your own pace – less tourist action, more local immersion, and more direction with your itinerary.
You can have more time.
My favorite thing to do on a bad day while solo traveling is to find really good food. I don’t know about you, but amazing food always cheers me up!
Seek your pleasure centers, don’t push yourself too hard, and don’t worry about a wasted day.
Eating alone can be so cathartic. You can really focus on your food, the sights, the smells, the vibe of the restaurant. You can observe how the locals eat together, and take in everything.
Need to dip a toe into the experience? A great option to start off with is sushi bars, where communal tables are pretty common. You can also try local street food instead of a restaurant!