Travelling alone this year?

Although travelling alone can be daunting for some, there are many positive reasons for doing so!

Travel alone and you travel on your own terms.

You’re free to adventure as you please!

Alone time is healthy, and that can be hard to come by.

You could return home with lots of new friends!

Learn lots of new things about the world and yourself.

Not sure where to go?

WeRoad gives people the chance to travel together, but with strangers!

If you’re looking for an adventure closer to home, why not visit Europe?

From hiking in the Lake District to hunting for the Northern Lights, WeRoad has put together lots of information on tours and where to venture.

From futuristic cities like Tokyo or traditional ones such as Kyoto, Japan has a lot to offer.

How to prepare

Start by practising smaller activities alone before taking on your big trip! This could be going out to eat on your own or taking solo weekend trips away nearer to home.

Always check the reviews before you book any accommodation and look at other traveller photos to get a real feel of what you could expect.

Research each destination you’re visiting and try to organise what you can prior, such as your accommodation and how to get there from the airport.

Travel with appropriate insurance! Accidents can happen, and luggage can be lost, so it’s best to prepare yourself in advance and travel with confidence knowing you’re covered.

Share your travel itinerary with trusted family or friends and stay connected.

Try to pack lightly, carrying less luggage becomes convenient for longer distances between countries.

Important travel checklist

  • Passport & photo ID
  • Visas
  • Currency card
  • Backpack
  • First aid kit
  • Medication
  • Portable charger
  • Hidden wallet (money belt) great for keeping your passport & money close!

Key statistics

  • Online searches for the term ‘solo travel’ increased by 72.6% from April 2023 to April 2024
  • Over 50% of nights booked on Airbnb during one three-month period were for solo travelers
  • The most popular destination for solo travel is Australia, with 71% of people who travel alone saying they have visited this country at least once

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The key statistics were taken from - https://travel.radicalstorage.com/solo-travel-statistics/.