The Solo Traveller
Your independence, passion, and lifelong memories.
Fellow Travellers
For UK-based Alex, the inspiration for travel came from his grandmother, who was born in India, lived in Spain and England, and in her retirement, travelled extensively to over 100 countries. “Her stories were legendary, full of humour and adventure,” Alex tells The Solo Traveller. “She inspired me to see the world and embrace every opportunity. I’ve only done 23 countries so far, but I’m working on it!”
Published 21 August 2025
For Diana, inspiration to travel the world solo hasn’t arrived in the shape of a person or a story of someone else’s journey, but a common fear many of us share – being on our deathbeds wishing we had seen more of the world. “It’s one of the top regrets people have in old age, and I refuse to let it be mine! Life has seasons, and I know there’s only so much time I’ll be healthy and mobile. That reality pushes me to make the most of it now.”
Published 10 August 2025
Paula’s experience flying around the world as a flight attendant onboard commercial and private jets, allowed her to develop the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to explore new places alone. “Working as a flight attendant gave me the rare opportunity to visit over 55 countries, sometimes with short layovers and unpredictable schedules, especially while working as a VIP flight attendant (which is different to being a commercial flight attendant). While those trips weren't traditional vacations, they became intense, fast-paced opportunities to see the world on my own terms.”
Published 6 August 2025
Casey has had a sense of wanderlust for as long as she can remember – finally acting on it during the summer after her senior year of high school. “I packed a bag and flew to Europe for two and a half weeks, visiting Switzerland, Austria, and Italy. I divided my time between staying with people I knew and exploring alone, which gave me the perfect balance of connection and independence for my first solo trip. That trip opened my eyes to the joy of navigating the world on my own terms and set the tone for how I travel today.”
Published 3 August 2025
For Sally, the kindness of strangers contributed in no small way to illuminating her confidence and joy. “A random family in Chefchaouen, Morocco, invited me in for Friday couscous when they learned I was travelling alone. Once, I ran out of petrol about 100 metres from a Spanish gas station. A bunch of truck drivers came to help me push the car to the gas pump, then insisted on buying me a beer before I hit the road again! Mostly, people are kind and curious, and everyone benefits from exchanging a smile, even if you don’t speak a word of the language.”
Published 30 July 2025
Jessica’s first solo trip was a mix of nerves and excitement – “I did it purely to prove to myself that I could. I was about 25 at the time and didn’t have a lot of travel experience apart from family holidays. I was craving independence and wanted to see how I would handle being out in the world alone and it didn’t take long for me to fall in love with that feeling. Once you realise you can do it all by yourself – navigate, make decisions, stay safe – it becomes addictive. You start to see yourself differently and grow so much as a person.”
Published 23 June 2025
Belinda’s first solo international journey was when she was 16. She had grown up hearing her Nonna’s stories of Bivongi (her village in Italy), Reggio Calabria, the mill that her father used to own, and a Fiumara (the river that ran through the village and powered the mill). Born in 1913, Belinda’s Nonna would become a life-changing influence on her adventurous young granddaughter’s life.
Published 27 May 2025
Travelling solo has taught Louisa how to blend in, budget, and manage a rucksack. During her first solo trip, Louisa dragged 22 kilos with her (we’ve all done it!), which taught her to be a lot more savvy about what she actually needed to take on her travels. “I have learnt buckets about other cultures and the people who make them what they are, to have patience, and how to judge when to call it quits, because some things are just not worth the extra stress.”
Published 25 May 2025
Anu is deeply passionate about mental health awareness, trauma recovery, and empowering others, because these are all parts of her own personal journey. For Anu, travelling solo was not just about seeing the world; it was a path to healing childhood trauma, rediscovering her strength, and reconnecting with herself in deep, profound, and lasting ways.
Published 13 May 2025
Kay is Australia’s multi-award-winning, reigning queen of adult entertainment. “I started in the industry the day I turned 18,” Kay tells The Solo Traveller, “… and from that very moment, I made a promise to myself – I would work harder than anyone else, I would never apologise for my ambition, and I would build an empire from the ground up. Fast forward six years, and I’ve kept that promise.”
Published 10 May 2025
The first time Daniel took a leap and went to a truly foreign place without knowing anyone or what he was really getting into was towards the end of the heavy part of COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns in October 2021. Daniel, a passionate and dedicated young mountaineer, had learned about a trip to Nepal that was going to undertake a portion of the fabled Everest Base Camp trek.
Published 8 May 2025
Natalia's first solo trip was to Crete – the largest and most populous of the Greek islands – and for Natalia it was “… a life-changing experience. I was both nervous and excited, but from the moment I landed, I felt empowered.”