Five great solo options for women

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Traveling is fun and a good break from our normal life and all its little routines. These days, solo traveling is becoming a more popular option thanks to the freedom it gives you to do what you want when you want to. As we previously shared in our post about the “Benefits of Solo Travel,” going on trips alone has many benefits, including lowered costs and a higher chance of meeting new people.

In travel, cutting costs often means you can allocate those funds elsewhere, like an airline seat upgrade or a luxury hotel stay for one instead of a hostel. Solo travel is so appealing, in fact, that a feature from CNBC highlights that even married couples are preferring to travel solo because of their differences in travel and destination preferences. For women, in particular, solo travel may seem intimidating at first — but it's a growing trend as women embrace this unique form of self-discovery. Here are a few travel ideas that are great for solo female travelers: 

Staycation

If you're new to solo traveling and are unsure about how safe or entertaining it would be, it's always best to start small. Staycations are on the rise these days, and they're as close to a "test drive" for solo traveling as you can get. The National Desk cites the rise in gas prices as part of the reason for the ongoing staycation craze. Described as a vacation closer to home — sometimes even in your own home — staycations are a great option if you've always wanted to travel solo but are unsure if it's for you. As staycations are closer to home, the money you save on flights and commutes can be used instead for better accommodation, like that fancy or quirky Airbnb rental you've always wanted to try, or better food throughout your staycation.

Lavish Hotel & Spa Weekend

Staying a night or two at a four- or five-star hotel and spa is an easy way to relax as you can let the hotel do all the work for you. Luxury hotels may not pride themselves on providing the best in hospitality, so you know you will be pampered for the duration of your stay. A solo weekend at a Four Seasons Hotel, such as the Sensei Lana in Hawaii, may not sound like a unique travel experience, but sometimes, a vacation can be some much-needed time away from home and work, and luxury hotels are great at being just that. From breakfast buffets to bubble baths in an exclusive suite, it's just luxury self-care as a treat.

Luxury Ocean Adventures 

If you're looking for something more unique and exciting, a luxury ocean experience may be a better option. From tailored, high-end cuisine to onboard spa and restoration, you'd be surprised what you can do on a luxurious ocean journey. Explora Luxury Cruises shows how these sea trips can cater to all your needs, from curated activities at each destination to fine dining onboard and world-class spas. For solo women travelers, luxury ocean adventures can be the perfect, otherworldly vacation full of opportunities to treat and pamper yourselves to an oceanic princess treatment.

Sophisticated Train Trips

Are you scared of getting seasick? Try booking a luxury train trip instead. There's something romantic about taking long trips by train, and this is especially so for luxury train trips. From ambience to classical decor, some trains like the Belmond's Royal Scotsman don't even have specific destinations. Instead, they circumnavigate specific routes passing scenic landmarks. The Royal Scotsman even has a dedicated spa carriage, making it almost a palace on wheels. Women traveling solo will enjoy the novelty of taking luxury trains, a perfect reminder that sometimes, it's truly the journey that matters, not the destination.

Hiking for Inner Peace

Finally, if you're more hands-on and outdoorsy, why not check out hiking trails you can conquer solo? From national parks to picturesque canyons, hiking independently can be a great time for self-reflection while doubling as an exciting fitness getaway. It's also probably one of the most challenging vacations for solo female adventurers, so remember to be safe by following assigned trails, packing adequately, and letting friends or family know when you have a Grand Canyon hiking weekend planned.

 If you have considered a solo trip but never tried one, we hope the above suggestions inspire you. 

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