Why Travelling Solo Will Be The Best Thing You Do

I have lost count the amount of times people have questioned why I would consider travelling alone whether it would be within my own country or around the world.

Despite the fact it’s now the year 2020 with the advances in technology the world has become a rather smaller place being able to communicate with home along with contacting other fellow travellers through forums and social media accounts; there is still a little stigma about travelling alone.

Sure those social media accounts of couples creating incredible memories doesn’t help but then it’s not always easy for them to write an article sat in a cafe in Marrakesh looking out over a bustling square.

I am in a fortunate position whereby I have friends who live in various places around the world and the idea of visiting them is never too far away. Quite often these friends will be unfortunately at work for a short time leaving me to explore alone, or I may create some time to solo travel before meeting up.

However, if you need a little persuasion as to why travelling alone is good for you here are some reasons-

TRAVEL TO YOUR OWN TUNE

If you’ve ever travelled with a partner or a group of people it can sometimes be tricky to find middle ground whereby everyone is happy and their needs have been met. Compromise is a natural part of any relationship/friendship but if you’re spending big money on somewhere sometimes it can be hard to miss out on something. Travelling alone you can do everything you wish to achieve – you don’t have to answer to anyone.

CHANGE OF MIND. CHANGE YOUR PLANS

Travelling by yourself means you don’t have to be responsible for anyone else or have to stick to any deadlines or schedules. If something comes up and you wish to stay longer for example, then you can change your whole itinerary to meet your new schedule. (Of course, that’s in your allotted time from work!)

LEAVE YOUR COMFORT ZONE

It can be easy to look at solo traveller accounts and think ‘If only I could do that’. Perhaps you’re introvert and don’t need social contact, or maybe they’re super confident and have the ability to make friends super easily.

Solo travel can be really tough especially if you’re more introvert but getting out of your comfort zone does wonders for your confidence, problem solving ability and social skills.

MEET LOADS OF NEW PEOPLE

If you really are in need of some human contact then there are heaps of ways to meet people. You’ll be surprised how many people travel alone and are in need of some contact to share stories and offer advice. Try booking a tour to get your bearings. As a bonus you’ll meet people. Use social media to locate any gigs or festivals to meet people.

LEARN ABOUT YOURSELF

When you live the ‘normal life’ with a regular job, group of friends, family a routine occurs and the idea of being yourself is shaped by this routine and what others think of you. This is not all bad, I must add.

When you’re overseas travelling alone you’re out of your comfort zone and having to learn how to handle to good adventures along with the misfortunes. You’ll learn how much you can handle that brings clarity and self perception, mental well-being and possibly future plans and goals.

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Let me be straight. I’m not saying that solo travel is necessarily better than travelling with a companion I just wish to break down the misconception that solo travel is for ‘loners’ or a ‘back up option’. If you do travel alone I can guarantee you will have some incredible adventures.

For more Travelling Solo tips read my pointers on ‘Travelling Solo’ from the Travel Blog menu.

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