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Solo travel is one of the hottest travel trends of 2024.
More and more travelers are choosing to explore the world alone instead of traveling with friends, family or a partner.
Solo travel has so many benefits, but it can also be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time traveling alone.
As someone who has traveled solo to over 50 countries, there are many destinations I would like to visit not recommend for a first time solo traveler.
However, the five countries below are some of the best places to start solo travel. These destinations are safe, beautiful and easy to travel alone.
This is where you can go for your first solo trip this year:
1. United Kingdom
One of the top destinations I always recommend to aspiring solo travelers is Great Britain.
For travelers coming from the United States, Britain is probably the “easiest” place to travel abroad.
You don’t have to worry about language barriers, it’s easy to get around on your own, there are tons of fun things to do for solo travelers, and it’s very safe.
London is a great place to take a solo trip to Britain, and there are many easy day trips you can take from there by train.
You can also easily hop on a train and head to Edinburgh, Scotland if you want to visit another British destination.
2. Mexico
Another great destination for aspiring solo travelers is Mexico.
It is a tourism powerhouse and English is widely spoken in the most popular beach destinations such as Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Vallarta and Cabo.
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean in particular are perfect for your first solo trip. Beautiful beaches, fun activities like visiting Mayan ruins and delicious food await you in Mexico.
It’s also easy to meet other solo travelers while traveling in Mexico.
If you prefer a city break to beaches, Mexico City is also one of the top destinations in the country for solo travelers.
3.Thailand
The best country in Asia for novice solo travelers is Thailand. Thailand, nicknamed the Land of Smiles, is safe and beautiful and has a well-trodden backpacker trail, making it very easy to get around and meet other travelers.
From the vibrant city of Bangkok to the mountains in the north and the beautiful beaches and islands in the south: there is so much to discover in Thailand.
It’s also incredibly affordable, making it a great value destination for solo travelers.
4. Croatia
If you’re looking for one of the best European countries for your first solo trip, why not head to Croatia?
Croatia is currently among the safest countries in the world, making it a great destination for solo travel in Europe.
It’s also incredibly beautiful, with amazing cities like Dubrovnik and Split along the Adriatic coast and beautiful national parks like Krka and the Plitvice Lakes inland.
A good level of English is spoken in Croatia, and it is easy to travel around the country on your own by bus.
As a solo female traveler, I also felt incredibly safe here.
5. Peru
Finally, if you’re dreaming of South America, Peru is where I’d start if you’re traveling solo for the first time.
Peru has a well-developed tourist infrastructure, so it is easy to get around and book activities.
It is also a destination where you can easily meet many other travelers.
This is a great destination for adventurous travelers. Trekking the Inca Trail to Macchu Picchu, hiking to Rainbow Mountain, surfing in Lima and desert sandboarding in Huacachina are just some of the epic activities you can easily do solo in Peru.
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