{"id":12333,"date":"2019-11-29T13:00:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-29T13:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=12333"},"modified":"2019-11-29T11:18:29","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T11:18:29","slug":"9-holidays-best-enjoyed-as-a-solo-traveller","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/9-holidays-best-enjoyed-as-a-solo-traveller\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Holidays Best Enjoyed As A Solo Traveller"},"content":{"rendered":"

Some things in life are unequivocally better enjoyed on one’s own: solitaire, singing in the shower, eating a whole tub of Ben & Jerry\u2019s while binge-watching Netflix\u2026why not holidays and being a solo traveller too?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I only learnt to really<\/em> appreciate the value of \u00a0\u201cme\u201d time on my first solo trip abroad at 18. The prospect of being utterly alone on entirely the other side of the planet – with no return flight – was more than a little intimidating. It was petrifying. And it was awesome. I left for Australia the \u201cshy one\u201d of my friendship group and returned the self-secure extrovert. Solo travel is butterfly-inducing, stomach-turning, mind-bending and life-changing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

From backpacking trips in 12-man-dorms to pure beach relaxation with only the author of your book for company, solo-travel comes in all shapes and sizes, but one thing always remains the same: You, yourself and \u201cMe\u201d time.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re toying with being a solo traveller for the first time or you\u2019re already a seasoned veteran here\u2019s some for your next adventure:<\/p>\n

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1. Fitness Camp <\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"Holiday-to-enjoy-alone-paddle-boarding\"<\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s a surf camp, yoga<\/a> retreat or muay Thai school, take this time to work on yourself. Hone an existing skill or pick up a hobby while making new friends and investing in a happier, healthier you. You\u2019ll return home enthused, invigorated and revived.<\/p>\n

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2. Silent Retreat<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This one is pretty self-explanatory: It\u2019s much easier to honour your vow of silence without your bestie at your side. You don\u2019t need to be a crystal worshipper or committed yogi to appreciate this ultimate zen. Banish the stress and pressures of the, and know peace of mind like never before.<\/p>\n

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3. Hiking Trip<\/a><\/strong>
\n<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"Travelling-alone-hiking-trip-picture-of-legs-resting\"<\/p>\n

Lift your heart rate and your mood by taking a hiking holiday. Whether you\u2019re climbing Kilimanjaro or rambling around the Cotswolds, the therapeutic value of walking is not to be underestimated. Set your own pace and settle in for some serious self-reflection.<\/p>\n

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4. Spa Break<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n

When life has you burnt out and fed-up, it\u2019s time for some uninterrupted downtime. Learn to love yourself again, treat yourself to that massage and go to sleep as early as you like. Self-indulgence need not be a guilty pleasure. You deserve it.<\/p>\n

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5. Language Exchange<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"Enjoy-travelling-alone-on-a-boat\"<\/p>\n

The best way to pick up a new language is to go cold turkey on your mother tongue and lose yourself entirely in another culture. Break free of your safety net, leave your friends and family at home and attend a language school abroad or immerse yourself entirely with a homestay.<\/p>\n

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6. Back-packing <\/strong><\/h4>\n

You\u2019re never truly \u201c a solo traveller\u201d without a backpack slung on your shoulders. You\u2019re part of a network of travellers, free spirits and globetrotters. Every hostel is your next home, every passport stamp your next adventure and every person your potential travel buddy. The rare times you do find yourself alone will be all the more special for it.<\/p>\n

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7. Couch-Surfing<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"Enjoy-travelling-alone-on-sailing-ship\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Logistically, finding a host is easier when you\u2019re a solo traveller. More than that, it\u2019s enriching. A group of buddies couch surfing are likely looking for a free crash pad, but a solo surfer wants an authentic local experience and a new friend to share it with. There\u2019s no better way to get off the tourist trail and meet the most generous, worldly and inspiring people at the same time.<\/p>\n

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8. Staycation<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Sometimes you don\u2019t need a change of scene so much as a change of pace. When life is running away from you, stay home and slow down. Show that life-admin who\u2019s boss, sleep-in all afternoon, watch movies all day, spend hours cooking a delicious meal or defrost your freezer. Whatever it takes for you to retake control of your life, do it. Rest, reset and reload.<\/p>\n

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9. Honeymoon<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\u2026.Okay, so this one is better shared!<\/p>\n

What solo trip do you have up your sleeve that could make #9 on our list?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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