YES YOU CAN leave the guilt, kids, spouse, BFF, or significant other behind and set off solo for your next vacation. Increasing numbers of savvy travelers are doing just that and returning home the better for it.
Single or not, male or female, on a budget or ready to splurge, looking to learn or seeking solitude, traveling on your own is so much easier when you take out the guesswork.
To help get you started, here’s a selection of best bets for solo-friendly travel.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
AdventureWomen, Inc., the oldest worldwide adventure travel company for active women over 30, is offering women solo travelers five great new ways to discover America’s ‘Wild West’. For women who want an adventure vacation that encourages them to follow their passions…
Alaska Bear Viewing and Safari
Venture to the Alaska that most tourists don’t see as you fly by bush plane to Alaska’s Bear Camp for two days of bear viewing. Watch for humpbacks, Orcas, and sea lions while spending nights at an adventure camp in Resurrection Bay, whitewater raft through the scenic Kenai Fjords, enjoy luxury accommodation and much more. June 13-June 20, $4295
Hiking Big Sky and Yellowstone, Montana
Hike the stunning mountains and trails of Big Sky and Yellowstone as you are led by a professional naturalist guide while enjoying log cabin accommodations at a luxury guest ranch. Get a real taste for the ‘wild west’ with hayrides, barbecues, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, and more. July 24-July 30. $2695
Rafting the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon, Utah
Explore Utah’s stunning Arches and Canyonlands National Parks with a guided private tour, then continue on for 5 days of rafting on the famous Mighty Colorado River. Enjoy “glamping” and gourmet fare riverside and a spectacular flightseeing tour over Cataract Canyon back to Moab.
Alaska Bear Viewing and Safari
Venture to the Alaska that most tourists don’t see as you fly by bush plane to Alaska’s Bear Camp for two days of bear viewing. Watch for humpbacks, Orcas, and sea lions while spending nights at an adventure camp in Resurrection Bay, whitewater raft through the scenic Kenai Fjords, enjoy luxury accommodation and much more. June 13-June 20, $4295
Hiking Big Sky and Yellowstone, Montana
Hike the stunning mountains and trails of Big Sky and Yellowstone as you are led by a professional naturalist guide while enjoying log cabin accommodations at a luxury guest ranch. Get a real taste for the ‘wild west’ with hayrides, barbecues, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, and more. July 24-July 30. $2695
Rafting the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon, Utah
Explore Utah’s stunning Arches and Canyonlands National Parks with a guided private tour, then continue on for 5 days of rafting on the famous Mighty Colorado River. Enjoy “glamping” and gourmet fare riverside and a spectacular flightseeing tour over Cataract Canyon back to Moab.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".