How do introverts make friends at hostels?

An introvert's guide to making friends while travelling
  1. Get involved. The great thing about hostels? ...
  2. Try out the apps. So you're not up to approaching people in person yet – no dramas at all! ...
  3. Hang around the common areas. ...
  4. Take a deep breath...and just ask! ...
  5. Don't let no company stop you from exploring.




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After all, you'll be staying in a dorm surrounded by other people, where the need to make small talk can be uncomfortable and draining. But, as someone who craves their own personal space and the ability to withdraw from social situations, I'm here to tell you that introverts can absolutely enjoy hostel life!

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  1. Stay at a backpacker hostel ?? ...
  2. Go on a day (or half-day) tour ??? ...
  3. Learn local phrases ??? ...
  4. Be friendly and approachable ?? ...
  5. Go on a bar crawl ?? ...
  6. Be open to saying “yes”?? ...
  7. Join classes & workshops ?? ...
  8. Join online backpacker groups ??


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The Best Ways To Make Friends In Hostels
  1. Say Hello To Your Hostel Roommates. ...
  2. Ask For Recommendations. ...
  3. Ask People If Anybody Wants To Join You On A Walk/Dinner. ...
  4. Join Organised Hostel Activities. ...
  5. Hang Out In The Communal Area. ...
  6. Look approachable, and don't be on your computer.


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Best Age to Solo Travel According to 2022 research, 86% of solo travelers are actually 35 or older. In fact, the average age of a solo traveler is 47 years old. Perhaps it is because as we age, two things happen.

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The most common response women give when asked is “to do what I want, when I want.” Women also travel solo to express their sense of identity, part of the trends of individualism and independence bubbling up in the 1960s and '70s, and part of every generation of women since then.

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  1. Stay in a hostel. Ask any experienced solo traveler and the number one piece of advice will always be to stay in a hostel. ...
  2. Take a class or workshop. ...
  3. Use meet-up apps. ...
  4. Social Media. ...
  5. Find your people. ...
  6. Join a bar crawl. ...
  7. Join a walking tour. ...
  8. Don't be afraid to make the first move.


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In fact, Hostelbookers conducted a survey with just over 11,000 people in which 69.3% of those surveyed said they had sex with a local while traveling. That's way more than half of the people polled and doesn't include folks who got down and dirty with another traveler.

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Lots of hormonal folks use being far away from home (and soaked in booze) as an opportunity to play out their long-held fantasies. In fact, Hostelbookers conducted a survey with just over 11,000 people in which 69.3% of those surveyed said they had sex with a local while traveling.

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The typical hostel-goer tends to skew on the younger side. The average age is probably somewhere between 18 and 25, although you'll definitely find travelers much older than that as well! I have even witnessed full families with young children staying in hostels.

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Norway. Norway stands out as one of the safest travel destinations in the world with its exceptionally low crime rates. Visitors of all backgrounds can feel welcome in this open and inclusive country, including women traveling solo and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Hotels also charge by room, not by person. If they charged a solo person only for their share, they'd be losing out on money when compared to giving the room to two people. Solo travelers are also charged more because they're considered to spend less on things like food, drinks and entertainment.

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Solo travel is so freeing and enlightening. It teaches you so much about the world, and yourself, and is something everyone should try at least once in their life. But is it safe to travel alone as a woman? The answer is yes, but there are some things you need to know.

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You are never too old to travel. You just have to know your limits. Once you have seen a doctor, got your check up, and made some decisions, then there is one more thing you really MUST DO. Take out Travel Insurance.

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Sure, there are awkward moments when traveling alone, but awkward moments are inevitable when traveling—whether you're solo or not. There are many more moments of excitement and connection if you're open to the experience.

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10 ways to make money while traveling the world
  • Freelancing online.
  • Language tuition.
  • Teach other people your skills.
  • Make things to sell.
  • Offer your services at hostels.
  • Sell your photos.
  • Street performances.
  • Seasonal work.


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Explore your new surroundings by taking a walk or do some sight- seeing. This will make you familiar with your new surroundings and you will feel more at home. This will also give you an opportunity to bond with people. You're only around for a few years, so now's the time to make the most of it.

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Hostels are just fun. I miss them when I'm not staying at them. There's usually a bar, events going on, activities, people hanging out, a pool table – there are lots of ways to connect with other travelers in a hostel. The common areas are meant for people to interact.

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