Solo travel
This is probably the most daunting, and yet also the most rewarding thing you will ever do. Reap the benefits of tackling the world by yourself with these tips and adventures.
The 10 best cities for solo travellers
Certain destinations are better suited to solo travel than others. From Tokyo to Berlin, where to go and what to eat, drink and do.
- by Ben Groundwater
How travelling solo changed my life
Six travel writers reveal their most memorable experiences from travelling alone.
Seven golden rules for female travellers
Make the most of your solo adventure by following these tried-and-tested rules for the road.
- by Ute Junker
Opinion
I’m tired of hostels. Here’s how I avoid loneliness while travelling solo
In my mid-30s I realised that, while I no longer financially needed hostels, I sorely missed the social aspect of them.
- by Melissa Mason
The eight best countries for solo travellers to visit
Friendly locals, like-minded fellow travellers and safety are three key factors in choosing where to travel by yourself.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Solo travel is (mostly) wonderful. But here are a few things I don’t love
If things go wrong, you can feel abandoned. And you can’t lighten the burden by sharing the funny side of it with someone close.
- by Lee Tulloch
I went to Italy alone and it was just the tonic
I'm a harried working mum, but I soon embraced the long-forgotten freedoms and delights of travelling solo.
- by Lorna Knowles
The honeymoon destination perfect for a solo traveller
Holidaying alone in a luxury overwater villa has its upsides.
- by Nina Karnikowski
I visited Saudi Arabia as a solo female tourist. What I found was surprising
Sweeping social change in Saudi Arabia sees the door open to independent female travellers.
- by Belinda Jackson
Tips for travelling on your own: The best holidays for solo travellers
Going it alone has never been more popular, as solo travellers explore the world in record numbers.
- by Kristie Kellahan
Why cruise ships are great for travelling solo
A cruise ship is a safe, predicable environment, and provides abundant opportunity to socialise – but it pays to plan ahead.
- by Brian Johnston