It had been way too long since my last solo trip, so I finally did it.
Italy. Rome, Florence, and Venice. Three cities, one confident woman, and zero waiting around for anyone else’s schedule.
As a life coach for single women, I wanted this post to be especially for those of you ladies who want to travel solo, but feel nervous about it…or think it’s something only “brave people” do.
Here’s what I know:
You don’t have to be fearless to travel alone. You just have to decide you’re not going to let fear make your choices anymore. I used to think solo travel would feel lonely. But it’s actually the opposite, it’s freeing. There’s something about being in a new country, eating pizza by yourself, and realizing you’re doing it that builds a kind of confidence you can’t fake.
And honestly? Traveling with friends can be great…until it’s not. I’ve been on trips that left me more stressed than relaxed. Going solo means I don’t have to wait on anyone, explain anything, or compromise on what I want to see or do. If you’ve been craving clarity, self-love, or just a reset, this is it! Traveling solo reminds you who you are and what you’re capable of.
Here are a few tips from my trip (and from a confidence coach who has been single and rolling solo for almost 15 years)
*Don’t call it “traveling alone.” You’re traveling with yourself. There’s a big difference.
- Start small. A 2–3 day trip is the perfect way to test it out and see how it feels.
- Use a travel company. Many offer guided group tours that make you feel safe but still independent.
- Share your itinerary with someone you trust and do check-ins.
- Fill your days with activities and moments that make you feel alive, not just “busy.”
- Pack light. Don’t waste time waiting for or risk a lost luggage incident. You have places to be, so pack light and get going
- And most importantly, go confidently.
If traveling solo isn’t your thing, that’s okay. But still travel. Travel to grow, to see something new, to meet yourself in a different setting.
Because sometimes the version of you you’ve been searching for is waiting in another country, holding a cappuccino and smiling because you finally showed up for her.
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