Solo travel is becoming trendier than ever before. In fact, BookYogaRetreats.com recently conducted a survey with more than 300 travelers and more than half of them are planning to take their next trip solo.
Out of respondents from various countries, 80% of Germans said they plan to travel alone, followed by 69% of people from the UK and 67% from Canada.
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Solo trips don’t mean you have to unplug. The AstridTravel team regularly posts while on the-go. Taking pictures and sharing your adventures with friends and family is part of the fun of travel. There’s even an app for solo travelers to connect with like-minded people. However, we also believe that travel is a great time to remove yourself from the world of the internet, and really be wherever is is you are in the world. In fact, 75% of the survey said they hoped to unplug from their professional lives while traveling, regardless if the trip was for relaxation, wellness, or just for the heck of it.
For those of you who find yourself constantly dreaming of your next trip, LifeHack.org has named the 10 best destinations for traveling alone, ranging from busy cities to more remote locales. The article shares how solo travel is a chance for self-discovery and adventure, no matter how scary the prospect of solo travel may be. "But where to go? Get your bucket list ready, because here are some of the best travel alone destinations in the world."
Here’s the list:
Melbourne, Australia
Bhutan
Costa Rica
Hong Kong, China (Our founder Astrid has been took a 5-week trip to China; check out her posts on Beijing and Singapore)
Cusco, Peru
Alaska
Aran Islands
Malaysia
Bali, Indonesia
Let us know your favorite solo travel destinations in the comments!
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Author: Julia Ballard
Julia was the first member of the Astrid Solo Travel Advisor team, and has helped shape our unique approach to travel writing which focuses on affordable, luxury ideas for the solo traveler. She is on top of all the cutting-edge in everything from technology to travel, and works to share her insights with our audience. To read more about her and each one of our Solo Travel Advisors, head over to the About page!
For some, the pursuit of authentic travel experiences will take them to the far-flung reaches of the globe; to unexplored territory and distant landscapes. For others, however, their quests might lead them to places a little less, shall we say, ambitious. Perhaps their journeys will lead them to bustling cities, famous attractions, and well-documented historical landmarks. But whether you find yourself exploring in Paris or Timbuktu, the opportunity to discover wonderful and amazing things is the same. I truly believe that one of the most important factors in facilitating an authentic, fulfilling travel experience is the right mindset.