A few months ago, I asked if any of you had advice for a recently divorced woman who was ready to take the first solo trip of her life. I was scared, but am happy to report I went for it!!
Last month I travelled to Hong Kong and Chiang Mai, Thailand by myself. I only had 2 weeks, but it was all I needed to get started. And the best is I loved every moment and can't wait for my next adventure.
Thanks to so many of you who supported me and offered advice. The trip changed … See more

That's awesome! Solo trips are amazing!

Very inspiring

I too, followed you as you sought advice/help - congratulations, this will only be the start of many great adventures for you. Thanks for letting usknow that it worked out well for you.

I’ve been traveling solo for the last ten years. Including a year long trip around the world. Solo travel is the best therapy. Loneliness and fear get quickly replaced by self confidence and self esteem. You can literally do anything after you travel solo! You’re never alone when you travel solo. Hostel commons rooms, walking tours and hangouts are loaded with other solo travelers just waiting to meet you. We’re all made of the same stuff. We all have your back.

Sounds like the right way for my next trip. Here's to going solo!!

Love travelling solo.

good for you

Thanks for the update! I was wondering how it worked out. So glad to hear you had the time of your life!!

Way to go Sara!

Good for you! We r off to Thailand end of Jan! Any tips for chaing mai?!

Cross the street very carefully. Check out the restaurant "Cooking Love". Thai cooking class! Enjoy!

Do the cultural dinner and traditional Thai dance. We enjoyed it.

Check out the Camino de Santiago. Great for a solo adventure! You can do the entire 500miles or do it over a few years in stages. It will truly change you. I did the entire 790 KM’s in 2015 and it is life changing. Happy solo travels as you explore our wonderful plant!

Congratulations Sara! I remember your post. What a wonderful photo and update from you. I’m so glad you took the plunge and I wish you many many adventures in the future.

Such an inspiration!!

Alleluia

Thanks for posting

I'm in the same situation, but am a little timid. Any advice you can give me Sara?

Oh wow, Cindy. I was terrified. A week before I was so anxious and overwhelmed, but then I decided to just embrace the adventure and know it will all work out. Pick a place you've always wanted to go and just book it. Book activities and a good place to stay and leave the rest up to chance. The experience will open you and make you feel powerful and proud of yourself. Don't let the voices in your head hold you back. It will change your life. Now I can't wait to plan my next one.

Thanks Sara,
will have to work on that! Will let you know if I do. Am going to New York with my sister this spring though, that will be a blast.

Love NYC!!!