Travelling the World Solo Just One Step at a Time
This post is intended to provide safety tips for the novice solo hiker.
Hiking solo can certainly be an intimidating thought. I get that! I have travelled solo for the past century and have only begun to take solo hikes within the last couple of years.
Being outside in nature is therapy for the soul, clears the mind, challenges the body, and reduces stress. These are just some of the benefits of hiking, so it is no wonder that this form of exercise is a favourite to many.
When we think of solo travel, the young millennial, backpacking across Europe and sleeping in hostels is usually what comes to mind. A recent study has shown that 71% of women who travel solo were shall we say….”mature women”.
Maintaining a healthy nutrition plan and exercise routine while travelling is a struggle that is very near and dear to everyone’s hearts. Striking that perfect balance between having fun and enjoying amazing food and the fruity drinks while at the same time maintaining our usual nutrition plan and exercise routine can be challenging to say the least.
One of the primary reasons I hear why people, particularly women, are hesitant to travel on their own is the fear of being lonely. We must remember that there is a difference between being lonely and being alone.
We all have that one friend who is able to travel, and is always out on one adventure or another. We might even feel a little bit jealous at times. She is off seeing the world and we are stuck at home unable to afford the luxury of travel.
Wow….what a journey it has been through this COVID-19. So far, I am half way through my journey and I can already say that I sure don’t want to be returning to this destination! Read More
Spring is in the air and is right around the corner, and it is time to start planning those summertime adventures!
This is one of the most frequently asked questions by solo travellers. Especially by female solo travellers. I am sorry to say that there is no definitive answer to this question. All solo travellers have various levels of comfort zones, interests, financial means and time available to travel. When travelling solo, all of these matters must be taken into consideration when determining your travel destination
