Everything you need to know about solo traveling ✈️

[vidhatribhargava]

I started solo traveling this year, and you're so right about the relief that comes from staying at hostels it's like they’ve signed a contract to keep an eye on you, whether they like it or not!

[shanieo]

i solo traveled internationally for the first time this year and i really had the best time. i booked group tours and that helped me feel more comfortable and safe🥰🥰

[mariLU]

I did my first, longer solo trip this summer (10 days in Ireland, I'm Swiss) and it was amazing.
I'm an introverted person and I've been going to the movies or classical concerts by myself for years. So for me personally it didn't feel weird going on a solo trip.
But if you generally are an extroverted person, maybe make plans for a few group activities during your trip. Even though I'm used to being by myself, I was glad when I could have a chat with people on the train or when I met a fellow solo traveler in a museum, because it can feel a bit lonely after a while. Otherwise, maybe pick a country where you already know the language a bit or where most people can speak English. Also check online how safe a country or city is, if you're concerned about that. And always let a friend or family member know where you are staying.
Otherwise, try it out. It's super fun to be able to do whatever you feel like doing. 😊💕

[dancinggraceMSU]

I love solo travel! I've been to several countries solo and it's always a great experience. I can do to the things I want to do and eat when I want to without having to consider someone else's needs and wants.

[harliecurcio]

100% on the hotels/hostels over airbnbs!! I need to know I have a place that people are watching over in case anything happens!

[soannefair]

I just got back from a solo trip to Italy too! It was one of the best trips I've ever taken! A big confidence boost and it was so refreshing to be able to do literally anything I felt like doing!

[pj]

Hotels and hostels are also way less awful for locals and for the housing market. Airbnb is the most unethical way to travel, everyone should be avoiding it like the plague

[camikandila_]

I couldn't agree more with you on the empowerment & confidence boost solo travel gives! its such a wonderful gift to give to yourself. i recently had a trip in thailand on my own, and it was incredible. been loving following your stories on your italy trip xx

[miarose]

Beautiful video Maddie, I like the images you have chosen

[marieleclercq]

As a woman solo traveller, I book sometimes in women dormitory, it is cheap, safe like a hostel and a good place to meet solo traveller like you

[milicaradakovic]

As a 29yo minimalist girl who travels alone for more than a decade, I dress modest, never show skin, go to single day group tours if I'm lonely, treat myself at hotels and stay quiet. It is really not that hard to travel alone. What I don't like is not being able to share some specific moments with loved ones.

[margaretklein]

Your posts encouraged me to go to a pro tennis tournament alone and I had the best time :)

[humayrapatel]

I’m in the early stages taking myself out, getting used to being alone and hopefully one day travelling the world!

[rosiedoozy]

I am doing my first solo trip in September! I often go out by myself but thought I would go on holiday as no one else was free. I’m pretty nervous about it but this is comforting ❤

[ana_hp]

Thank you for the inspiration, I must face my fears of solo traveling

[FalcomScott]

Have a beautiful weekend Maddie & hope your solo travels was worth it!

[_year-sbsy]

My first ever solo trip was to a metal festival in Norway when I was 19 😊 it was the best decision ever and im definitely gonna to back for a longer trip :)

[caja]

With your italy travel series you inspired and encouraged me to book a trip alone too 🥰❤️ and yes, its scary as hell, but I really want to make a city trip and your Italy trip looked so fun soooo I'm trying it too 🫣😅

[audreym]

I'm solo traveling in one state and i picked a hotel, even tho a few people asked why not an Airbnb, because I'm a woman, alone. I need safety.

[lois.]

The part about solo traveling is not that I would feel scared to try it, or awkward to be by myself. Instead, I feel as if I would be lonely. Like, I want to talk and experience traveling with the person or people I love.