Traveling alone might seem overwhelming for some, while for others it’s the most welcomed feeling. Whether you’re all for traveling alone or are apprehensive about it at first, traveling alone is actually the best. You are completely independent, and you don’t have to worry about anyone else but yourself. It might come off a bit selfish to want to travel alone, but sometimes it’s what’s best in order to fully enjoy your destination. Soul searching, getting to know yourself, figuring out what you want, these are all things that can be achieved with some alone time abroad. You basically can do whatever you want (except for anything illegal, of course) and it’s a freeing experience that also comes with a whopping lesson of responsibility, since you have to watch your own back and learn how to take care of yourself in a completely new setting. Here are some reasons why traveling alone can be the best.
No thanks, Aladdin. I’m good flying solo.
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Traveling alone can be liberating, and gives you time to do some soul searching.
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You get to pick where to go, and it can be anywhere.
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Things are sometimes cheaper since it’s just you.
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You can eat as much as you want on vacation without judgement.
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When you wake up is up to you, and so is whatever you decide to do.
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“Won’t you be lonely?”
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If you suddenly decide to invite someone, it’s up to you who to invite.
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Want to skip the museums? Tourist attractions? Go for it, it’s your trip.
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Want to change course? No problem.
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Because this is your trip, and you do whatever your little heart desires.
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