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Essential Solo Travel Tips for Introverts to Thrive on Their Journeys
Solo Travel Tips for Introverts: Know Thyself The first rule of solo travel for introverts is: know thyself. Know what activities or situations drain you and those that give you energy. Choose travel destinations and book accommodations that match your preferences. For me, hostels fall in the “absolutely not” category. I know that at the end of a long day exploring a destination I need to have my own quiet, private space to recharge, so hotels and AirBNBs are my accommodations of choice. Understanding personality types is crucial for introverts who want to travel solo. As an introvert, it’s essential to recognize your own preferences and needs when it comes…
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The Pros and Cons of Solo Travel
Pros of Solo Travel PRO It’s brave and empowering. Not everyone is willing to take the leap and travel solo so not only is it brave, but solo travel makes you stronger and more confident. Successfully navigating a new-to-you city where you don’t speak the language takes life skills that they don’t teach in any school. This confidence applies not only to travel but to other areas of your life as well. Despite having a four-year degree, I’ve always felt that traveling solo gave me a far better practical education. PRO You can save money. You manage your own budget and don’t have to keep up with the Joneses (aka:…
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Conquering Your Solo Travel Fears
Want to go on a solo trip, but anxious about being a woman traveling alone? Solo female travel is a growing… trend isn’t the right word, because it’s here to stay! So if solo travel is on your wish list, let’s talk about tips and tricks so you can enjoy this exciting experience! Why Take a Solo Trip Taking a solo trip can be a life-changing experience that allows you to discover new places, challenge yourself, and develop self-reliance and independence. Solo travel is a fantastic way to break free from the routine and monotony of daily life, giving you the chance to recharge your batteries and return home with…
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The Pros and Cons of Going on Safari Solo
Taking a big trip can be overwhelming and it can be especially overwhelming for some people to do it solo. Going on safari definitely qualifies as a big trip, but going solo doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming! I recently took a 15-day solo trip that spanned Kenya, Tanzania, and Qatar and had a blast so I wanted to share the pros and cons of going on safari solo! PROS PRO I think the biggest pro of going on safari solo is that you can do whatever you decide! The day I went and saw the Great Migration, my driver pitched it and said it was going to be…
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Solo Travel
Solo travel can be a lot of things: scary, empowering, affordable, expensive, exhausting, and energizing. I’ve been to 34+ countries, most of them as a solo traveler, hence the name of this site. I’ve been to Africa, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar alone. I’ve snowmobiled atop a glacier in Iceland, I’ve surfed in Hawaii, and I’ve snorkeled in the Great Barrier Reef. Was I anxious? At times. And at times even I still get travel anxiety, especially when I solo travel! But amazing adventures exist just outside your comfort zone. My goal is to inspire your trips, give you practical advice on how to plan, and ease your fears so that…
