The Sweet (Solo) Escape

If you’ve been feeling uninspired, drained, or just over it (and everyone) in general, a solo trip may be just what you need to recharge. The thought of going at it alone might seem scary – but the rewards are worth it.

- Claire Soong

Thanks to budget airlines, portable Wi-Fi devices and AirBnb, the world is more accessible than ever, so it’s no surprise that more and more women are travelling solo.

Klook, a digital platform that curates and organises activities for travellers, is one of the many travel companies noticing this new trend. “The majority of our pre-booking enquiries are made by women,” says Singapore Manager Chuan Sheng, who cites Japan, Korea, and Thailand as being their top destinations of choice.

Excited yet? Here are a few things to remember before going solo.

Safety first, always

Not having to constantly worry and look over your shoulder all the time is the easiest way to make sure you have a good time on your own. Some destinations like Japan and Switzerland are rated highly in terms of safety, which could be good places for your first solo trip.

Wherever you go, familiarise yourself with the attitudes and cultural nuances of your destination. Do the locals dress conservatively? Are any expressions or hand gestures considered taboo? Even if certain laws seem absurd to you, following the rules will lower your risk of getting in trouble.

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