10 Destinations for Solo Travellers: Part 2

Welcome to Part 2! Five more destinations that work beautifully for solo travellers, all for slightly different reasons.

Some are naturally social, some are incredibly easy to explore, and some are the kind of places where being alone actually feels like part of the experience.

Ireland is a great option if one of your biggest worries about solo travel is feeling lonely.

There is something about the pub culture, live music and naturally social atmosphere that makes conversations happen pretty easily.

You can have a few days exploring Dublin, head west to Galway and the Cliffs of Moher, and then disappear into some of the most beautiful countryside in Europe.

I fell in love with Ireland, so for me a road trip is a must! But if driving is not possible for you, there is local transportation and plenty of day tours you can take from Dublin.

Layers. Always layers. 😂

Australia will always have a special place in my heart, not only because one of my past relationships actually started while I was travelling there, but also because I lived there and got to explore quite a bit.

But even after living there, let me tell you, Australia is HUGE and VERY far away, so if you are going, my recommendation is to make it a longer trip. It will be totally worth your time!

Australia is amazing because it has beautiful cities, beaches, incredible road trip routes, cute and trendy cafés, outdoor activities and travellers from everywhere. So if finding people to connect with is something that worries you, I really would not worry too much here. Australia is incredibly social and there are travellers everywhere.

Please do not look at Sydney, Melbourne, Uluru and the Whitsundays and think, Perfect, I’ll do all of that next week. 😂 Distances are enormous and domestic flights can add up quickly.

If you want your solo trip to feel like you accidentally walked into a movie, Scotland might be the one. Castles, mountains, tiny villages, misty landscapes and cities full of history.

There is also something very cosy about Scotland that makes it perfect if your idea of travel is less beach club and more exploring all day and ending somewhere warm with good food and a drink.

If Asia feels exciting but maybe a little intimidating for your first solo trip there, Singapore can be a really nice introduction. It is modern, organised, multicultural and incredibly easy to move around.

And because the city is relatively compact, you can see and do a lot without feeling like you are constantly planning transportation.

There is also a big international and expat community, which means there are plenty of social events, meetups and opportunities to connect with people.

Honestly, the food alone could keep you busy for days.

Canada works really well if you want variety. You can have city life, mountains, lakes, hiking, food, culture and completely different experiences depending on which part of the country you choose.

A trip through Alberta feels nothing like a weekend in Montreal, and that is part of what makes Canada so interesting.

For Jasper, check Parks Canada’s current open-and-closed information before planning your route, as some areas remain affected by wildfire recovery.

I honestly loved Toronto. It has so many different neighbourhoods, each with its own style, and such a nice energy.

And I know you will probably want to see Niagara Falls. If you go, I personally preferred the Canadian side. The views are incredible.

So, which one should you choose?

Honestly, the best solo destination is not necessarily the place everyone tells you is the easiest.

If you hate the cold, Iceland probably should not be your first choice just because someone told you it is perfect for solo travellers. If you dream about beaches, start there. If you have been thinking about Japan for five years, maybe that is your answer.

Your first solo trip does not need to be the bravest, most adventurous thing you have ever done. It just needs to feel exciting enough that you want to go.

And if doing the whole thing completely alone still feels like a little too much, that is okay too. You can start by meeting other girls before you leave, joining activities once you arrive or finding someone in Travel Girls Club who happens to be going to the same place.

Sometimes all it takes is one post saying, “Anyone going to Thailand in November?” and suddenly you are planning coffee with someone you had never met two days earlier. 💖

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