How to never feel alone while travelling solo: Our expert reveals her ultimate guide to the countries where you'll be most welcome, avoiding shady characters - and how not to be charged rip-off single supplements By Florence Scordoulis For The Daily Mail Published: 12:07, 29 June 2024 | Updated: 12:16, 29 June 2024 e-mail 1 View comments More of us are going solo than ever before. In the last year, the number of people jetting off alone has risen by as much as 45 per cent, according to research conducted by ABTA (formerly the Association of British Travel Agents) . Plus, tour companies are increasingly waking up to the idea that it’s not on to be charging absurd single supplements.
Personally, I’ve been to 15 countries on my own, nine of which I visited on a six-month career break, enjoying the freedom and meeting many interesting new people —something that’s much easier, I’ve found, when going solo. It’s not all sunshine in paradise. From sickness to shady characters, safety concerns (especially for women), lonely moments and missed connections, there are pitfalls aplenty.
Yet, with street savvy and good planning, none of this should stop you. So here’s our expert guide ..
. NEW ZEALAND : BEST FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS A massive humpback whale frolicking in the sea off Kaikoura, New Zealand Peaceful New Zealand offers amazing biodiversity. Hop on guided buses to meet new people and explore verdant rolling hills in the North Island or be dazzled by the dramatic scen.
