How long should a solo trip last?

If you're planning a solo trip to another country — especially if it's your first time visiting the place, or traveling alone — I recommend giving yourself at least two weeks to explore. Solo travel can be daunting, and everyone's comfort level is different.



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Solo travel can be daunting, and everyone's comfort level is different. A week should give you enough time to find your footing, trust your gut, and think on your feet. Then, by the second week, you can truly enjoy the place you're visiting. It'll be worth it.

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The average solo traveller is aged 47, with 84% being female travelers and only 16% being male. 12% of 18-24 year old's have been on a holiday by themselves. Research conducted by ABTA Consumer Survey: Holiday Habits Report, show that around 15% of us are now taking holidays alone.

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Learn from our own misadventures and avoid these 10 common mistakes solo travelers make, so you can focus on all the good parts of your travels instead.
  • Staying in the Wrong Accommodations. ...
  • Overpacking Your Suitcase. ...
  • Failing to Budget Correctly. ...
  • Forgetting to Ask for Help. ...
  • Not Taking Safety Precautions.


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Even the most experienced travelers can feel solo travel anxiety before packing their backpack and taking a flight alone. Yes, there are awkward moments and uncomfortable situations, but the benefits and thrills of solo travel far outweigh the fear of traveling alone.

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All it takes is a just little more effort and planning for any 30+ year old to fit traveling in their lives. And when they do, they'll find that it's a way better experience than traveling in their 20s. Because traveling in your 30s is amazing. It's also much more meaningful, at least for me.

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Many of us will find ourselves wandering solo at some point in our lives, with women making up an estimated—and astonishing—84 percent of all solo travelers.

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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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Having a new experience with yourself forces you to appreciate who you are and enjoy the time spent alone. It allows you to open up to other travelers and pushes you into learning and developing new skills. Solo travel creates a strong bond with yourself and your independence, and that bond can change your life.

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Here are six suggestions to help you feel more secure when traveling alone:
  1. Share Your Travel Plans With Trusted Family or Friends and Stay Connected. ...
  2. Make an Emergency Plan. ...
  3. Secure Your Valuables. ...
  4. Avoid Reckless Behaviors and Use Common Sense. ...
  5. Do Your Safety Research and Choose Wisely. ...
  6. Get Travel Insurance.


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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. As a woman, there are more precautions you should take to stay safe.

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Me, Myself, and I – 8 Tips for Enjoying Solo Travel
  1. Love Your Own Company. It's important to always travel with someone you love — and in this case, that means you. ...
  2. Plan, Plan, Plan. ...
  3. But Don't Plan Too Much. ...
  4. Take Your Time. ...
  5. Keep in Touch. ...
  6. Ooze Confidence. ...
  7. Take Yourself to Dinner. ...
  8. Indulge in Self-Care.


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The average vacation for one person in the U.S. costs about $1,919 per week. A vacation for two people will typically cost around $3,838 per week.

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If you're at the introverted end of the sociability spectrum, you may be drawn towards solo travel because it allows you to be self-sufficient and gives you the space and time to soak in every experience by yourself. Suffice to say, when you're adventuring alone, you won't be short of 'me time'.

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People who travel alone are adaptable. If you have spent time exploring a number of new countries and cultures, this means that you are adaptable. Forcing yourself out of your comfort zone is always a risk, and if you are to fully enjoy the experience then you need to remain flexible when encountering new ways of life.

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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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No, it is never too late to travel! In fact, some people argue that life begins at 40, so why not take the opportunity to explore the world? With the right planning and research, you can find great deals and locations to suit your budget and needs, allowing you to see the world in all its glory.

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When you travel in your twenties, you burst the bubble that you've been living in for the first two decades of your life and realise that there's more to life than what you know. You find out that your place in the world is ever so small and with that comes an overwhelming, calming sense of humility.

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Ways To Manage Travel Loneliness:
  1. Find a Travel Buddy. Joining up with fellow travelers is the best way to combat loneliness on the road. ...
  2. Don't Forget About Your Friends and Family. ...
  3. Take Your Time. ...
  4. Give Yourself Something to Pursue. ...
  5. Read a Book. ...
  6. Allow Yourself the Freedom to be Spontaneous.


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