Not much compares to going travelling and visiting new destinations, this is one of the best things in life. But what if you have the urge to explore but haven’t got anyone to go with?
Do you stay at home and contemplate what could have been, or do you just plan a trip and go abroad by yourself? We opt for the latter, and think you won’t regret it.
Here’s why you should travel solo at least at least once in your life.
1. It’s a Challenge
We aren’t going to lie, planning an epic backpacking trip and arranging where to go, how to get there, transport, accommodation and things to do can be daunting and a little overwhelming at the same time. But it can also be really exciting and the chance to go to places you’ve dreamed of and make memories to last a lifetime. Sometimes it won’t be easy, it can be stressful, but overcoming problems will really allow you to enjoy the good times.
2. You’ll Become Independent
You’ll gain so much confidence and courage travelling by yourself that will help you in future life. Travelling solo can be difficult, but it can also really improve your skills and help build you into the person you’ll become. You’ll probably face problems and issues that you won’t have to face in any other walk of life.
3. It’s Easy to Meet Other People
The main worry for travelling solo, other than safety, can be being lonely. This is a real possibility, we aren’t going to lie, sometimes if you are travelling solo and you don’t enjoy your own company it can be a challenge. But this is also an amazing chance to go out of your comfort zone and be as social as possible to meet others.
At hostels, transport and also when booking activities you’ll get the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, a lot of which might also be backpacking solo. You never know you might make travelling companions and become friends for life.
4. So Many Opportunities
Travelling solo doesn’t have to mean literally exploring the world by yourself.
There are so many structured experiences like gap year tours, working holidays, volunteering programs, language courses, sports, instructor courses and more where you can socialise and make friends with other people.
Some options like structured small group trip, volunteering abroad and language courses usually have accommodation included in the price where you’ll live with likeminded people.
5. Flexible Schedule
You can go where you want where you want, everything is up to you. This can give you the flexibility to discover new places at your own pace and stay for as long as you like where you desire. If you aren’t travelling with other people, or for example on a organised small group tour, you have total freedom.
6. No Hidden Extras
Unlike a lot of other travel operators, the price we quote will be the price you pay. There will be no extra hidden charges so you will be able to budget and know exactly how much you will spend.
7. No Regrets
You really should live life with no regrets, and if your family or friends don’t want to travel with you, don’t let this hold you back. Travelling solo really can change your life.
Browse our gap year opportunities which includes lots of options for single travellers. The hard part is deciding where to go!