How to meet people when travelling solo

Travelling alone or going on holiday by yourself can be an excellent way to visit new places and try something different. However, meeting people when visiting a new country can sometimes be challenging. Discover some tips below to help you connect with others and meet people when travelling alone.

Be open to new experiences

If you are not open to trying new things or social situations, then it’s far less likely that you will make new relationships while travelling. But by being spontaneous, attending local events like festivals, and having the ‘when in Rome’ mentality, you will enter into situations where you are more likely to get to know others and strike up a conversation.

Visiting a new country is a brilliant opportunity to explore the local culture and traditions, and lots of countries will encourage visitors to join in or come along to celebrations. You can learn more about the place you are visiting, and you might meet one or two people in the process.

Participate in group activities

During your time away, you might have the opportunity to participate in group activities and spend time with fellow travellers. This is a great way to meet new people when travelling solo, as you will be thrown into an environment that encourages interaction.

For example, there might be a guided tour of the local area, a boat trip to a nearby island, or a hike to a famous landmark. Or it could even be as simple as an evening meal with those you are staying with. You don’t have to sign up for everything but consider doing one or two group activities that take your fancy.

Book organised singles holidays

One of the best ways to meet new people and make friendships is by staying with others in a similar situation. This is why singles holidays are the perfect option.

Holidays for singles are organised trips where solo travellers stay together, share communal eating spaces, and have the option of getting together for meals while still having the freedom to go off and explore alone.

Consider an activity-based holiday

Going on an activity-based trip, such as a singles ski holiday, means you can enjoy time away but find yourself in a situation where you are doing the same things as other travellers. You can quickly bond over the shared activity, such as a love of skiing or the fact that you are both new to the hobby. You might find you quickly make friends with others and want to enjoy the activity together.

One of the challenges of meeting new people is finding common interests and things to discuss, so deciding to go on a holiday built around a particular activity paves the way to forming new acquaintances.

Chat with fellow travellers on forums and social media

You can start making new friends, or at least open such possibilities, even before you start travelling. Join travel groups on social media platforms such as Facebook or Reddit and ask for recommendations or even organise meetups with other travellers who are going to the same destination.

One of the easiest ways to do so is with the Friendship Travel chat room. Those who have booked a cheap singles holiday with Friendship Travel can start chatting with others who are also going on that holiday, getting to know each other before you arrive.

Tips for meeting new people travelling solo

Be open to new experiences
Participate in group activities
Book organised singles holidays
Consider an activity-based holiday
Chat with fellow travellers on forums and social media

Meeting new people and sparking friendships is easy when you opt for a tailor-made holiday for singles. So, browse our solo holidays here at Friendship Travel or look at our late breaks to find the perfect singles holiday for you.

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