BENEFITS OF SOLO TRAVEL

Topic	The Benefits Of Solo Travel
Read Time	5 Minutes
Author	Laura Radford, Travel Writer

SOLO TRAVEL

Does the thought of travelling abroad on your own make you feel uneasy? You’re not alone (literally), but there are so many benefits to gain from solo travel, and it can be equally as rewarding as travelling with friends & family, if not more. So, what are the benefits?

FREEDOM

Feel free to plan and amend your itinerary as often as you like, undecided on destination? It doesn’t matter. The world is your oyster and there is no one else interfering with your plans! You won’t upset anyone else if you need a bit of extra time deciding, or want to spend longer in a certain destination, so you can really take the time to plan the trip that YOU want to take.

MEET NEW PEOPLE

Travelling on your own can mean you’re more inclined to reach out to other travellers, even if you are extremely comfortable travelling alone, other people are more likely to strike up a conversation with someone who is travelling on their own than with a big group of people, and who knows, you may end up with a friend for life!

IT’S GREAT FOR YOUR HEALTH & WELLBEING

There are obviously huge benefits to our mental wellbeing, that travelling can give us. But research has shown that travelling alone in particular can be very good for your mental health, and even make you a happier person! It’s a chance to escape normality and step out of your comfort zone and this can result in the release of endorphins, which is great for health & wellbeing.

IMPROVE YOUR LANGUAGE SKILLS

If you’re heading abroad on your own, you may be visiting somewhere where a few local language skills may benefit you. When travelling solo, you’re more likely to enjoy a fully immersive experience in a local culture, and for that reason, get a lot of practice with the local language! You never know, you might want to continue learning it even after you return home!

SPECIAL DEALS

When you’re shopping around for a holiday, its worth bearing in mind that there are often special deals only for solo travellers. This means you could bag yourself a truly special deal that you wouldn’t perhaps see if you’re were planning travels as part of a group. Keep your eyes peeled for these! Although even without these special deals, you’ll find solo travel sometimes can be a more cost-effective way of travelling.

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