How We Decide What Not to Recommend
An inside look at how the Solo Traveler decides what not to recommend. Learn how safety, logistics, cost, cultural context, and personal comfort guide our approach to responsible solo travel advice.
Solo Travel Planning
Solo Road Trip: Tips for a Successful Journey
A practical, supportive guide to planning a solo road trip with confidence. Learn how to prepare, manage costs, stay safe, and adapt thoughtfully while traveling alone by car.
Why Solo Travelers Need Different Information Than Groups
Solo travelers face different risks, costs, and decisions than groups. This article explains why solo-first travel information matters and how group-focused advice often fails independent travelers.
How to Stay Safe as a Solo Traveler
A practical, experience-based guide to staying safe as a solo traveler. Learn how to plan smarter, protect your belongings, navigate transportation, stay aware, and travel confidently while exploring the world alone.
Solo Traveler–Approved: The Best Travel & Travel Tech Essentials for 2026
Discover the best travel gear and travel tech essentials for solo travelers in 2026. Thoughtful, experience-tested picks for safety, comfort, and independence—perfect for Boxing Day deals and year-ahead travel planning.
Why Medical Language Matters for Solo Travelers (And Why We Built This)
Why medical language matters for solo travelers. Learn why we built Medical Travel Phrases to help travelers communicate symptoms, request care, and navigate medical situations abroad when language barriers and stress make communication difficult.
Travel Journaling Tips: Old School and New Apps
Travel journaling brings your adventures to life. Explore the benefits of old school notebooks and modern journaling apps, plus tips for writing meaningful entries that capture every moment of your journey.