How to Travel Alone

Solo travel offers so many real benefits but it also comes with some unique challenges. That's why we have created this category of posts on how to travel alone.

Below you will find all our posts on how to travel solo. If you wish, you can jump to sub categories, including:

Happy solo travel.

Too Many Tourists in Banff? Here’s What to Do.

October 11, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Banff is a spectacular destination. However, it’s crowded with tourists, especially on weekends. Here are 7 things to do to avoid the crowds.

Taking the Scenic Route: Road Trip through Medieval Germany

September 27, 2017 by Guest

Castles and gardens and bears in surprising places. All this and more was found on this road trip through medieval Germany.

Solo Travel, Running and Run Crews

September 18, 2017 by Guest

Want to meet people, uncover local gems and stay fit as you travel? Whether you travel solo to run or like to run when you travel solo, here’s how to do it.

Solo Travel Basics: Answers to Your Travel Questions

September 6, 2017 by Janice Waugh

I’m often interviewed by the media and the questions are about solo travel basics. Here are the answers to the frequently asked questions on solo travel.

Western Canada Itinerary: Top Things to See and Do

September 5, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Here’s my 12-day luxury / budget itinerary for Western Canada with costs plus my top 12 things to see and do in western Alberta and British Columbia.

Touring the Tuscan Hills South of Florence

August 14, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Get outside of Florence and experience the hilltop towns, castles, vineyards and a landscape beyond compare. Tour the Tuscan hills south of the city.

Travel Plans Change: Two Days in Dubrovnik

July 31, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Leave a little room for spontaneity in your travel plans and you could end up in Dubrovnik. Here’s how I spent two days in the old, walled city.

Solo Female Travel Tips: Why, Where, How and Safety

July 26, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Solo female travel has become very popular. Here are my tips for safe solo travel for women – and men.

Travel Plan vs. Reality: European Road Trip

July 10, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Travel plan vs. Reality. This is how my two-week road trip around the Adriatic was planned and how it actually went – budget and all.

Two Sides of Ljubljana: Historic and Alternative

June 21, 2017 by Janice Waugh

My favorite city from my recent road trip around the Adriatic. Here’s two take on Ljubljana. Ohe historic, the other alternative. Both a pleasure.

Women Welcoming Women: A Gateway to International Friendships

June 12, 2017 by Guest

On her grand solo adventure, a solo traveler discovers an organization of women welcoming women and building friendships around the world.

Travel, Eat Well and Save on Food

June 6, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Part one of a 3-part series on the big 3 of travel expenses: transportation, accommodation and food. This time how to travel, eat well and save on food.

Travel, Freedom & Liberation: A Grand Solo Adventure

June 5, 2017 by Guest

A first-time solo traveler finds peace, freedom, liberation (and a lot of great chocolate!) on her 9-week grand solo adventure.

Luxury Travel on a Budget: 32 Tips You Need to Know

May 30, 2017 by Janice Waugh

From accommodation to celebrity chef restaurants – get real luxury at a fraction of the cost. 32 tips for luxury travel on a budget.

London and the Lake District: 12-Day Itinerary

May 24, 2017 by Janice Waugh

London and the Lake District with a short stay in Bath – one of my favorite trips. Here’s 12-day itinerary suitable for novice and experienced travelers.

Travel Insurance Upsell: How to Know When to Say No

May 23, 2017 by Janice Waugh

Don’t be persuaded to purchase coverage you don’t need. Here are tips to help you avoid the travel insurance upsell.

A Blues Highway Itinerary by Train

May 17, 2017 by Janice Waugh

An epic train journey from Chicago to New Orleans. This Blues Highway Itinerary is complete with where to stay, what to do and where to find the best music.