Four Reasons Why Solo Travel Is Great
“The question isn't who's going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.” – Ayn RandTravel alone and you’ll set off on a journey that goes far beyond your trip itinerary. That’s because solo travel is an investment in yourself. Ask a solo travel devotee what makes setting off alone so special and you’ll likely hear tales of personal growth, confidence and empowerment right alongside the ease of only having to please yourself, feeling free and the chance to meet new people.
Increasing numbers of people – of all ages – are trying solo travel. Organised group tours are a popular choice for first-time soloists thanks to the benefits they bring. Benefits like the opportunity to meet and mingle with new people, have the best routes, destinations and activities all planned out with friendly, knowledgeable local guides offering insights only a local would know and, of course, the ability to retreat to the sanctuary of their own cabin at any time. Here's four reasons why a solo journey should be in your plans.
1. Ability to make friends
Travelling alone doesn’t make for lonely travel. In fact, it’s often quite the contrary. When you are an individual travelling with a group, it is easy to make new friends with either groups of friends or other solo travellers. Meal times and group activities are perfect examples. As soon as you attend meals and activities on your group tour, the experience you are participating in is already a subject to bond over, whether it be the flavours of a delicious meal or the architecture of a historic church. It’s common for guests on Travemarvel journeys to choose to keep in touch and share photos and memories of their holiday.
2. Group touring is a safe option for an independent traveller
Getting yourself a little lost in a foreign place is all part of the adventure when you’re travelling with friends and family. It feels anything but an adventure when you’re on your own. Journey on an organised tour and the need to navigate from one place to the next is another thing you won’t have to worry about. You can relax and watch the world go by on the balcony of a small ship, the deck of a river ship or the seat of a premium coach or train. Travelmarvel offers the best river cruises for solo travellers.There is also no risk of failing to secure a booking at your next destination either. Travelmarvel organises it all for you. Whichever way you choose to travel, you can be assured that the next day is securely locked in, and you can explore freely knowing you have a group to return to.
3. Autonomy to choose your daily activities
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your friend wants to do one optional activity, but you want to attend another? When you travel solo, you only have to please yourself so you can give cycling a miss in favour of a leisurely walk or vice versa without feeling a shred of guilt. Pick and select your own enhancement to make the tour unique to you.Travelling independently allows you more time to reflect on your own journey as well as personalise and cultivate your tour to facilitate the experience you want.
4. Enjoy the serenity of your own space
Enjoy the luxury of your very own room where it’s just you and the landscapes of your chosen destination. No need to negotiate lights out. No need to plead for a sleep in. Watch a movie, take a nap, read in bed. The choice is yours.
Travelmarvel is making independent travel easy with plenty of great deals on select river cruises for the solo traveller. Why not take advantage of our Solo Deals and find out what all the fuss is about? You never know, you just might learn something new about yourself along the way.
Images courtesy of Kisa_Markiza, 2019 Hunter Bliss Images/Shutterstock.
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European Gems
Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days
41 Meals
5 Countries
European Gems
Budapest to Amsterdam
15 Days
41 Meals
5 Countries