Solo Male Travel
When you hear about “solo travel”, an image of a backpacker on a trail or at yet another airport comes to mind. Some solo travelers escape into a new world of learning and being present. Others join groups of other solo travelers that share spaces, experiences and excursions.
Solo travel means what you want it to mean. The point is, it’s your journey, no matter where you choose to go, how you get there and how you interact with the world.
My lived experience is Solo Travel as a man. But what is Solo Male Travel and why is it different from any other Solo Travel?
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The issues
6 Issues for Solo Male Travellers
Traveling alone comes with a wide range of potential issues for anybody. However, some concerns do affect men traveling alone. I’ve picked out 6 issues that solo male travellers need to be aware of, starting with:
Safety Concerns
Social Isolation
Sterotyping
Budget
Visa Restrictions
Negative countries
19 Tips to Make Solo Dining Fun
The one issue that deters many solo travelers from taking the leap into solo travel is eating out alone. With preparation, you can make it feel WAY more comfortable.
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Be prepared & then let go.
Yes, it sounds like a contradiction, but being prepared sets you up for success and letting go gives yourself the permission to breathe out and enjoy your solo travel.
LEARN MORE: Preparation – 14 Expert Tips & Tricks