Best Solo Travel Destinations

Many people visit foreign countries in the company of a friend or spouse. At times, people will travel as a group. This is because of the fear for one’s own safety when in a strange place and the fear of feeling lonely in a foreign place. This does not mean that you cannot travel alone. One has to only carefully choose the place to visit. The best solo travel destinations are places where it is safe. Romantic destinations such as Paris or Cancun should be avoided since a lone traveler will be constantly surrounded by couples making one feel out-of-place. The best place for a solo traveler is a place where other solo travelers also visit. Travelling alone can be a lot of fun if you know where to visit. Below are some of the best solo travel destinations.

Ireland

Ireland is a country where many solo visitors travel to adjust from their normal life and to re-discover themselves. It is a safe country to travel alone and the people are very friendly. The Irish are generally known to be welcoming and are a favorite among many due to their accent and humor. The country is very rich in scenic beauty and the solo traveler is able to soak it all in with no inhibitions. One of the reasons why people travel solo is to be able to fully absorb all that is around them without interruptions from a partner or to avoid having to direct some attention to a partner when they should be enjoying the excursion.

In Ireland, one can tour natural sites such as the Blessington Lakes, the valleys at Glendalough, the Wicklow Mountains and many other breathtaking places. One can also enjoy biking and trekking in the countryside.

New Zealand

Trekking, mountain climbing, biking, surfing, bungee jumping, and other physical activities are some of the top activities that solo travelers relish. New Zealand is a top destination for someone willing to have adventures of this kind. The people of New Zealand are very friendly and welcoming and will always help a lost or stranded tourist. It is also very economical touring the country.

Many hostels in the country provide cheap accommodation. There are hostels that charge as little as $10 a night where you can share a room with other travelers and have communal breakfast. These hostels are favored by singles since here they can meet other singles and make friends. Moving around the country is also easy with the cheap and convenient buses.

New York City

New York City is an excellent choice for a lone traveler who favors an urban destination. The main attractions in the Big Apple are; the Rockefeller Center, the boutiques of SoHo, The Empire State Building, Times Square, the restaurants in West Village, and many other places. New York City has buildings that have magnificent architecture and one can have a leisurely walk around admiring them. The city has a population of eight million that makes it a place where you will always be able to meet new people and make friends.

Iceland

Iceland is a country blessed with awe-inspiring natural splendor. The country is not very big and has very few people and so one can have a very peaceful time here. There are many glaciers in Iceland that will leave you stunned by their magnificence. Other outstanding attractions are the black sand beaches, the many waterfalls, and the volcanoes. Places where one should not fail to visit include the Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik. One should also make a point of having a ride on one of the Icelandic ponies. Though a visit here is a bit pricey, the experience is worth it.

Costa Rica

If you love partying and night life, Costa Rica offers a wonderful place to spend your vacation. You can spend the day surfing, backpacking, or rafting on the splendid Reventazón River and in the evening you can have the party of your life as you dance to Rock, Tango, Tex-Mex, Salsa, Jazz, or Calypso in one of the many trendy nightclubs.

n the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, visitors can take nighttime tours to view the activities of nocturnal animals. There are many natural sites in Costa Rica where one can visit such as the attractions at the Rincón de la Vieja National Park where one can see the volcano and geysers. In Costa Rica, the people are accustomed to having visitors all the time and they are very friendly and helpful.

Australia

Australia is a vast country that is very welcoming to solo travelers. A favorite activity for many is scuba diving or snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef off the coast. This reef is the largest underwater ecosystem in the planet. It is a crime if one will visit Australia and fail to visit the iconic Sydney Opera House. If hiking is your thing, you will love hiking the Blue Mountains. There are many tours in the country including wildlife tours; these tours provide the visitor with a chance to cover the country. Accommodation options are plenty and there are cheap hostels where you need only part with $9 for a night.

Sydney is a great city where there are many exciting activities for the solo traveler. The ocean waters here are warm and people enjoy surfing, swimming, diving, and other water sports.