While travelling with friends, family or a partner can be a great way to spend quality time with loved ones, embracing alone time can open the door to a wealth of new cultures and experiences.
Solo holidays can range from short-haul city breaks to bucket-list backpacking adventures and active excursions closer to home.
But where to start? Holidays for a party of one are more popular than ever in 2023, though inconsistent pricing and solo supplements can be discouraging for those new to lone adventuring.
And, while solo travellers may end up paying more for holidays thanks to single occupancy rates, the freedom of choice without the burden of compromise is thrown in for free.
From dining with the locals in Vietnam to guided tours of the Golden Circle in Iceland, there are myriad destinations well-suited to travellers looking to go it alone.
Here are some top countries for solo travel, plus tips to plan and execute a successful trip of self-discovery.
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Denmark
Copenhagen is a walkable city with great transport links to help you get around
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Best for: Singles city breaks
What better way to kick start a solo adventure than with a long weekend in a city that embraces the essence of hygge (a feeling of comfort and contentment)? Alfresco summers meet cosy winters in Denmark and, while Scandinavian prices can be eye-wateringly expensive, it’s not impossible to pull off a city break on a budget.
Eastern capital Copenhagen is consistent in its happy atmosphere, low crime rate and world-renowned cuisine. From budget hot dog stands laden with pickled condiments to the tasting menu at three Michelin-starred restaurant Geranium, gourmet food joints pepper the candle-lit streets. Experience “faellesspisning” or communal eating – affordable bites in the charming company of strangers – if you’re a solo traveller looking to socialise.
Make your money go even further by joining in with laid-back Scandi culture and renting a bike, staying in buzzing hostels such as the central Danhostel and purchasing a Copenhagen Card to get money off attractions, including a boat tour of the city’s canals.
Free activities such as walking along waterfront neighbourhood Nyhavn and catching a summer sunset from the opera house are also facilitated by an efficient ‘S-tog’ train network and buses.
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