A curated list of awesome resources, tools, blogs, communities, and platforms for solo travelers.
Solo travel offers freedom, self-discovery, and the chance to explore the world on your own terms. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned solo traveler, this list highlights essential resources to help you travel smarter, safer, and more confidently—anywhere in the world.
- Solo Travel Guides & Blogs
- Communities & Forums
- Solo Travel Safety
- Accommodation Platforms
- Trip Planning Tools
- Language & Communication
- Travel Insurance
- Solo Travel for Women
- Budget & Backpacking
- Volunteering & Work Exchange
- Remote Work & Digital Nomads
- Solo Travel Inspiration
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- SoloTraveler.org – Trusted tips, destinations, and solo travel guides.
- Adventurous Kate – Solo female travel blog with honest tips and stories.
- The Blonde Abroad – Solo female travel guides and photography.
- Nomadic Matt – Solo Travel – Budget solo travel tips from an experienced globetrotter.
- Solo Travel Society (Facebook) – A vibrant, supportive solo travel community.
- Reddit – r/solotravel – Discussions, advice, and stories from solo travelers.
- Facebook – Women Who Travel – Group for female travelers (not exclusively solo, but supportive).
- Travel Bloggers Network – Connect with fellow travel bloggers, many of whom travel solo.
- Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) – U.S. government program for safety alerts while abroad.
- Solo Travel Safety Tips (SoloTraveler.org) – In-depth safety guide for traveling solo.
- SafeAround – City safety rankings and neighborhood-level data.
- Booking.com – Filter by solo traveler reviews.
- Hostelworld – Great for meeting fellow solo travelers.
- TrustedHousesitters – Stay for free by pet-sitting.
- Couchsurfing – Stay with locals and meet travelers.
- HomeExchange – Home swaps, some solo traveler friendly.
- Rome2Rio – Find transport options between any two places.
- Skyscanner – Cheap flight search, great for flexible solo travel.
- Omio – Rail and bus tickets across Europe.
- PackPoint – Smart packing list generator.
- Solo Traveler Tools – Packing List & Time Zone Converter – Tailored tools for solo travelers.
- Google Translate – Essential for communication and signs.
- Duolingo – Quick language learning on the go.
- Essential Language Phrases for Solo Travelers – Must-know words by country.
- SafetyWing – Travel medical insurance for digital nomads and long-term solo travelers.
- World Nomads – Flexible travel insurance.
- Allianz Travel Insurance – Comprehensive plans for U.S. travelers.
- She Hit Refresh – Community and resources for women over 30 who travel solo.
- Solo Female Travelers Club – Facebook community for female solo travelers.
- Girls LOVE Travel – One of the largest travel groups for women.
- The Broke Backpacker – Tips for budget-conscious solo adventurers.
- Budget Your Trip – Cost estimates for thousands of destinations.
- Workaway – Exchange work for accommodation.
- WWOOF – Volunteer on organic farms in exchange for room and board.
- HelpX – Cultural exchange and farm stays.
- Workaway – Work exchange for housing and food.
- Volunteer World – Volunteer programs around the globe.
- Nomad List – Best cities for remote work.
- Remote Year – Travel programs for remote workers.
- Digital Nomads Network – Resources and community for solo travelers working remotely.
- Brandon’s Curated Shortlist of Trips for Solo Travelers – Monthly list of no/low single supplement trips.
- Instagram – #solotravel – Visual inspiration from travelers around the world.
Contributions are welcome!
