Solo Travel Tips, Pics & Inspiration

Published: Sun, 07/01/18

TIP OF THE MONTH

Stunning Scenes from Around the World

The National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year has been announced! From thousands of entries, the top photos have been chosen. Looking for some travel inspiration? Explore the prize-winning photos and download stunning wallpapers for all your devices.

GREAT TRAVEL LINKS

Mind Your Hand and Body Language When in Asia It is important for travelers to understand that some things, including the body language and hand gestures they are very familiar with and which they accept as normal, may mean something different in other cultures. If you are planning to travel to Asia, Day Translations has tips to help you avoid accidentally offending anyone through non-verbal communication

The Tech You Need to Travel Better While no product can guarantee a seat upgrade or make your delayed flight arrive on time, a few smart investments can make your next trip more comfortable, more relaxing and less stressful. From luggage to battery packs and white noise to no noise, New York Times Travel recommends products to make travel smoother and easier.

How to Take Better Photos and Videos on Your Smartphone The best camera, as they say, is the one you have with you. While smartphones don’t take photos as well as a dedicated digital camera, you never leave home without your mobile device. I don’t know about you, but my smartphone is the only camera I take when I travel now. From the Toronto Star, here are some quick and easy tips to improve your smartphone photos.

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5 Tips to Sleep Better on Your Next Trip Getting some shut eye on a plane is a perennial challenge for travelers, but there are a few low-tech tricks that can make switching time zones and taking long haul flights a little easier. David Hamer, director of the Travel Clinic at Boston Medical Center and a professor of Global Health and Medicine at the Boston University Schools of Public Health and Medicine, shares some strategies for getting a good night's sleep when you travel.

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The Solo Travel Deals Page Don't forget to check out our Solo Travel Deals page before planning your solo trip. You may just find exactly what you need there at a great price.

Seeking solo traveler-recommended accommodation around the world?

The Solo Traveler Accommodation Guide We've added new listings to the ever-popular Solo Traveler Accommodation Guide. Containing recommendations for hotels, hostels, B&Bs, and inns around the world - all vetted by solo travelers - the Guide helps you find, review, and book a room all in one place.

The Solo Traveler Advisory of Deals

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THE PICS OF THE WEEK

Pics of the Week are contributed by members of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook. We love to publish travel photos submitted by readers. Join our community of more than 230,000 travelers from around the world: simply "like" our Facebook page and you're in! Upload photos any time, along with a caption telling us a bit about what is in the picture. Click on last month's photos below to get the full effect and see where they were taken.

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TOP POSTS ON SOLO TRAVELER

Here are the top 5 articles published on Solo Traveler in June.

Successful Trip Planning: Address the Obstacles First

We all want to travel. We all have limitations. Here’s how to plan your travels around them.

Slow Solo Travel: Connecting to Yourself and the World

Explore the joys of taking it slow and solo as you travel from the pleasure of anticipation to seeing your destination in greater detail to taking it all home with you.

Physical Training for Travel: Preparing for Demanding Trips

Some trips are more demanding than others. Physical training for travel can be very helpful. Here’s my plan to get into shape for walking and cycling trips.

Four Obstacles to Solo Travel

There are four obstacles that tend to get in the way for people who want to travel solo. Here they are and thoughts on how to get past them.

10 Tips for Travel in a Foreign Language

Travel in a foreign language can be a challenge but with these 10 tips you’ll get by just fine.

DESTINATIONS

In June, we featured destinations in Norway, the United States, Jordan, and Canada. Have you traveled solo to a destination that you loved and would recommend to fellow travelers? Consider submitting your story and photos via our easy online form.

Solo Travel Destination: Norway

This Solo Travel Society member found that her desire to travel to Norway and sit on the edge of Preikestolen was stronger than her fear of traveling solo.

How to Chautauqua: Your Guide to a Summer of Learning and Fun

Chautauqua is a great summer destination for relaxation, learning, and fun. Your first time can be confusing. Here’s how to Chautauqua successfully.

Solo Travel Destination: Jordan

Jordan is an ideal destination if you love nature, hiking, diving and/or cultural heritage and ancient monuments, says this Solo Travel Society member.

Adventures in Glamping: Georgian Bay, Ontario

Intrepid solo camper Bettine goes glamping in Georgian Bay, Ontario, where she develops an addiction to kayaking, cooks caterpillars, and meets a mermaid.

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Going Somewhere?

If you're traveling soon, don't forget...

Going Alone? Travel Insurance is a Must - why I never travel without insurance, how I've used it to recover losses, and how to buy it.
VPN for Travel: What, Why and an Easy Setup Guide - how to protect your identity as you travel.
Bare Minimum Packing: Here’s Your Packing List - our ultimate packing check list which I continue to use for every trip.
Five Top Travel Apps Plus a Few More I'd Never Travel Without - These make travel easier.
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