Amanda PhillipsTop Places to Visit
Sometimes in life you just want to get up and go! Travelling by yourself is invigorating, exciting and scary but it will be the best adventure you will ever go on. Deciding where to go is the first step in this incredible journey so let us here at Barrhead Travel help you with some top places to visit.
The exciting, cultural capital of Havana conjures images of 1950’s chevys, salsa dancing and broken down colonial architecture. These days it is the perfect stop over for the independent traveller with their friendly back street family run restaurants and businesses, low crime rates and generous hospitality – solo travellers have become regular visitors here.
For the ultimate adrenaline junkie, this is a destination that you will enjoy regardless if you are going it alone or not. This is the best place to travel to in the world to enjoy the many solo activities on offer; including kayaking, hiking, zorbing, bungy jumping and sky diving to name but a few and why not take in some of the breathtaking scenery whilst doing it!
One of the busiest cities in the world, you can certainly blend in with the crowd on a solo journey here. The cafe lined streets are perfect for sitting with a cup of coffee and people watching or escape the hustle and bustle of the city centre and wander down to one of Barcelona’s many beaches and enjoy the peace and quiet. Dining alone is a common occurrence here where at night you can find yourself a tapas bar and sit and nibble these delights in a casual surrounding.
Ireland is particularly famous for the warm welcome it extends to strangers – particularly those that are travelling alone. It is very easy to make friends here. Just find yourself a bar, offer to buy a fellow singleton a drink and you have made a friend for life!
There are so many people wandering around alone here that it is not hard to blend in. Don’t worry about eating alone as there are plenty of gourmet food markets to eat at where people won’t bat an eyelid! New York is the ultimate place of ‘aloneness’ where you can explore the buzzing streets of Manhattan, people watch in Times Square or even go rollarblading in Central Park!
We don’t think country’s get more friendly than Japan! Where outsiders – especially those travelling alone – are made extremely welcome as a matter of course. Known for their great outdoors activities, Japan is excellent for bird watching, hiking and skiing where you can climb up to the top of the highest hill and sit and admire the views down below for hours on end.
One of the most popular places that backpackers go on solo trips because of it’s amazing beaches and islands that have become notorious backpacking routes. Whether you decide to travel down the Gulf or Andaman Coast, there will be plenty of people in the same position as you that you will become very good friends with here.
The residents here are notoriously friendly and welcoming to all! The interior of this island nation is home to tea plantations, forest reserves and sacred mountains whereas if you decide to venture onto the coast, you will be greeted with white sandy beaches, quiet resorts and vibrant blue lagoons. Make this an independent travel excursion to remember by lodging with locals for the duration of your stay.
Copenhagen is perfect for the short city break! This laidback capital is ideal for the first time solo traveller where you can hop on a bike – they are all the rage here – and cycle leisurely around the city stopping off at various cafes and places of interest without a care in the world!
Parts of Greece have become known as ‘party hotspots’ but there are many places on these Greek Isles that evoke escapism and relaxation perfect for someone looking to enjoy the beautiful surroundings around them. Find an unspoilt beach somewhere, place down your beach towel and take out your book – bliss!
Take a visit down to the lively port of St Johns known for it’s amazing nightlife, making it the perfect way to start any trip where making friends is easy! Get a proper Newfoundland welcome by getting ‘Screeched In’ on George Street, where all newcomers have to kiss a cod and drink some rum in order to be accepted by the locals!
This fascinating historically built city has plenty to offer the solo traveller. Relax down by the sea front whilst you watch the deep blue waves of the Adriatic hit off the sides of the surrounding walls. Why not end your day by sampling some of the delicious seafood this part of the world is known for.
A touring holiday is a way of travelling that can be enjoyed alone and this is certainly the place to do it! Star in your own western in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park or be a cowboy or cowgirl for the day on a horseback ride along one of the valley’s many signature trails. This is one of those places that is better to explore alone.
Somewhat like a solo traveller’s journey around Thailand, Australia is a great route for backpackers who are looking to explore this vast country. No matter what direction you are moving towards – whether it be Melbourne or Cairns – everyone is in holiday mood so meeting people who are doing the same thing as you is a given!
India, Rajasthan in particular, offers a great insight into this wonderful part of the country for a solo travellers first trip! Travel freely without any hassle between the cities of Udaipur, Jaipur and Jaisalmer as you explore the vast culture and mesmerising buildings this wonderful country offers in abundance.
Plan your perfect ‘Solo Travel’ adventure with Barrhead Travel – wherever you decide to go, we will find you the perfect spot just for you!