The drawcards of solo travel are strong. Visiting places on your own terms, at your own pace and relying solely on your own decision-making can be an empowering life lesson. But as liberating as travelling on your own can be, it can also be a lonely and sometimes isolating experience.
As a travel writer, I have done my fair share of solo travel and have experienced both the liberating and lonely moments. What I’ve learnt is that solo travel does not, and should not, mean you’re on your own all the time. In fact, solo travel is at its best when it offers you the opportunity to
