Travelling solo to Japan can be an incredibly rewarding experience. The country is safe, clean, and welcoming, with a rich culture and history to explore. And if you join one of our Japan tours then you aren’t really alone, you’ll be exploring Japan with other like-minded travellers! Here are...
Solo travel
Solo travel is a category for the adventurous and independent travellers. Our guides are here to help you enjoy the freedom of travelling alone on your own terms. Find useful help, information and inspiring content to get you on your way.
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Discover Ireland’s Charm: The Best Solo Travel Experience with On The Go Tours (8 minute read)
Embarking on a solo adventure can be an exhilarating and transformative experience, especially when you choose a destination as enchanting as Ireland. The Emerald Isle is a land of rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality, making it a perfect destination for solo travellers seeking to explore and connect...
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Savoring Italy: Tips for Touring Italy on Your Own (5 minute read)
Italy is a popular destination for tourists from around the world, and it’s not hard to see why. The country has a rich history, beautiful architecture, stunning art, delicious food, and a welcoming culture. If you’re planning to tour Italy on your own, there are some things you should...
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Five Things I’ve Learned by Travelling Solo
Travelling with friends, family or a partner is always wonderful, but travelling solo is something everyone should experience at least once. With my own solo travels taking me to Egypt, Australia, Guatemala and more destinations, here I’ve shared a few things I’ve learned and some tips for travelling solo....
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Five Great Reasons to Travel Solo in Cambodia (4 minute read)
Famous for the Angkor Temple Complex, Cambodia is well established on Southeast Asia’s backpacking circuit. It’s also a great destination for those choosing to travelling solo. So if you’re looking for your next solo adventure or struggling to find a travel companion, we’ve put together these great reasons to...
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10 Solo Female Travel Bloggers You Need to Follow (9 minute read)
Whether you’re planning a holiday, seeking travel advice or looking for destination inspiration, many of us now turn to blogs for the answers. Particularly when it comes to solo female travel, which can sometimes be a daunting (as well as incredibly exciting) experience. So to get you prepared for your...
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Why Iceland is a Great Solo Travel Destination
Just a few years ago, Iceland was an under-the-radar destination. Explored only by a few adventurous travellers looking to get off the beaten track. Yet nowadays, the country’s cascading waterfalls, striking landscapes and stunning geothermal spas are attracting more visitors than ever. And plenty of them are choosing to...
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Single Supplements: Why Do Solo Travellers Have to Pay More?
Solo travel has never been more popular, with more and more people choosing to explore the world regardless of whether they have a friend, family member or partner to join them. But for those choosing to go it alone, there is often the annoyance of having to pay a single...
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An Interview With a Solo Traveller
There are many questions solo travellers ponder before setting out on a group tour for the first time. Will it be hard to make friends with the people who are travelling together? Is there going to be any flexibility in how I spend my time? Will there be any other...
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Five Myths About Being A Solo Traveller
Tipped as one of this year’s biggest trends, solo travel has never been more popular. One recent travel survey even found that flight searches for solo travellers had risen 18% on 2016. But despite that, there’ll always be a few people to tell you that travelling alone is a...
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Don’t feel the fear – but do it anyway …
Travelling to places where the traditions and customs that we’re used to don’t apply is refreshing, but if you’re a solo female traveller, some of these experiences can be daunting. For example, in countries with unfamiliar dominant religions, it can be difficult to know exactly how to behave or...
