Methodology & Transparency

This page explains how SoloTraveler.org works: how information is selected, how tools are built, how advocacy is framed, and how conflicts of interest are handled.

It exists so readers can evaluate the site on structure, not trust claims.

How to Read This Page

• This page describes process, not outcomes.
• It applies across Pages, Tools, Research, and Guides.
• It favors clarity over comprehensiveness.

Content Types

SoloTraveler.org maintains four primary content types:

Reference Pages

Stable, factual tables or summaries designed for fast lookup and bookmarking.

Tools

Interactive calculators and utilities that adapt general rules to individual scenarios.

Guides & Articles

Longer explanations that explore why systems work the way they do.

Data & Research

Structured datasets and analytical summaries used to understand patterns affecting solo travelers.

Inclusion Criteria

Content is included when it:

• Addresses a recurring solo-travel problem.
• Can be explained without persuasion or hype.
• Relies on verifiable sources or clearly stated assumptions.
• Can be reasonably maintained over time.

Exclusions

The site does not include:

• Pay-for-placement listings.
• Undisclosed affiliate-driven content.
• Sponsored material framed as neutral guidance.
• “Best of” lists without documented criteria.

Tools & Assumptions

All tools:

• Avoid collecting personal or sensitive data.
• Expose assumptions where relevant.
• Are usable without accounts.

Outputs are estimates, not guarantees.

Conflicts of Interest

Revenue does not determine inclusion.
If monetization intersects with content, it is disclosed.

Corrections & Updates

Corrections are welcomed and documented.
See the Contribute page for details.

Scope & Maintenance

This methodology applies site-wide and evolves as the project matures.

Transparency is an operational standard, not a branding choice.