Solo traveller – first trip reflections

Do you remember your first solo trip abroad? Your first trip as a solo traveller. Recall the memory for a moment. The idea to travel solo had only been a figment of your imagination up to now. Suddenly its reality. Wow. Your first solo adventure.

Piazza Navona Rome Italy

Before the trip

You’d done the planning, and research. Saved your hard-earned money. 💰You’ve read books to learn about your destination. Found out the best attractions to visit. You’ve book flights, accommodation, tours, transport. You may have asked family and friends for trusted travel advice. Made a contingency plan if the unexpected happens.

Main event

Finally, the day arrives. Time to spread your wings and take off.

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How do you feel? Excited, nervous, scared? Or all three? Words don’t do justice to the emotions you feel. Your anticipation and adrenaline is at sky high levels. The actual experience is more than you ever imagined. You are not watching a documentary now!

You are bombarded with the unknown, totally outside your comfort zone minute to minute. Each day tests your resilience and strength.

The experience may be exhilarating and intimidating. Arriving somewhere where no-one knows you. No judgement or expectations. Being whoever you want to be. Free to lose and find yourself again. If something goes wrong, you don’t have anyone to help you. You are on your own kid.

After trip

. You are different when you return. The experience is life changing. You are not the same person. You’ve changed.

Haven’t traveled solo? Be brave, take a chance and go for it! You can do it!

This is your story and you’re about to write one of many wonderful chapters. The world is waiting for you. 🫶

Happy travels!



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