Solo Traveller

Columbus Direct has put together a list of the most popular cities using various metrics to reveal which are the cheapest destinations to explore in 24 hours.

Women face different challenges or things that may work in their favour (or not) when at different parts of the world. Here’s what to expect.

The best way to open yourself up to new and exciting job opportunities is to work on your skillset. Of course, when it comes to working abroad, speaking at least one foreign language is essential.

Travelling to different countries and experiencing different cultures to learn about them are valuable encounters as they teach you to connect with the locals.

Some people might think it's too late to enjoy new adventures two things in life have zero-age restrictions: knowledge and travel.

One important and useful thing to do before travelling to a destination is to learn a few words and phrases in the local language. According to a report done by the World Economic Forum in 2016, these are the 10 most powerful languages to know.

For anyone considering travelling to Thailand or for those who already have their flights booked, it may be time to learn a few basic and essential Thai phrases!

Here’s what you'll learn about yourself when you make travelling a big part of your lifestyle.

There’s plenty of fun to be had on your break but why go to the extremes of temporarily giving up everything from your day to day when you can do it in small doses?

There's a lot to be discovered in your own backyard. Here’s why you should consider being a local tourist and explore your hometown every once in a while.

If you ever come to Cusco, Peru, don't make the same mistakes I made.

First-time solo travellers are always sceptical to explore a new destination alone, but once you reach Hong Kong, you’ll surely have a wonderful (and safe )holiday.

What better way to start planning for next year’s vacations than with these 12 amazing reasons to (finally) visit New Zealand in 2020.

In the ever-profitable travel industry, a dead week refers to the period following a peak season, where prices go downward. As a result, you can enjoy your much-needed getaway at a fraction of the cost.

The worst is always when I enter the cabin only to have my heart stop for a second because I see a tarantula chilling on the wall somewhere or on the clothes that I hung up.

Being a zero-waste traveller is possible and quite easy.

The ever-growing trend of people surrendering to the idea of “wanderlust” has gone wrong in the hands of the Facebook army.

This hostel is a backpacker’s paradise! Arcadia Backpackers is a wild and adventurous riverside waterpark hostel in the village of Snam Brampi. Perfect for a relaxing getaway with a twist.

Exploring the pancake trail last year was the trip of a lifetime for me, so I decided to relive the experience by backpacking through Europe. Here's how the experiences compare:

I think it’s official. I’m allergic to water. Me, who drinks water from the taps in India and doesn’t get diarrhoea. Now, my body swells up when I touch the water in Madidi. I wash my hands and they start to itch like mad. I'm ready to head for La Paz.

Whilst backpacking solo through Europe, I randomly chose to visit Slovenia. To be honest, I’d barely even researched Slovenia before visiting the country, but because of that, I was more than pleasantly surprised upon arriving.

Vietnam is on the up and up, fast becoming one of Asia’s most popular travel destinations. It’s a painfully beautiful country, full of hospitable people. If you’re a woman and decide to travel alone, Vietnam is also a great choice.

I booked a solo trip to Phuket, Thailand when I was 22. I remember dancing to MC Hammer and having a great time, but as the night wore on, there was a sudden point at which I lost all control.

When visiting Italy, exploring Venice becomes a must for so many reasons. If you’re short on time, or on a layover, just know that you can appreciate Venice even in just five hours!