All solo travel Content

• Ways to Skip the Single Supplement Fee
  April 8, 2013 1:46 pm
  The term "single supplement" sounds so value-added and upbeat, but in reality it can be a major deterrent for single travelers, adding anywhere from a hundred to a few thousand dollars in expenses for the privilege of not sharing a room. read more
• NYC Hotel: Single-and-Mingle Deal
  January 24, 2012 11:55 am
  You'll save on the room, plus get extras worth more than $300. read more
• Hit the Road With These Travel Holidays
  April 30, 2010 12:00 am
  Celebrate your wanderlust by taking advantage of one of these travel holidays. From destinations and trains to fanny packs, there's a day for just about everything related to tourism. read more
• Five Common Travel Myths You Should Ignore
  April 26, 2010 10:06 am
  No matter how long you've been traveling, you've probably heard some of this advice. It's time to dispel these five common myths once and for all. read more
• Our Readers' Hidden Europe
  April 3, 2010 12:00 am
  Here are your top 10 picks for under-the-radar Europe. read more
• Explore Costa Rica For Less Than $1,000
  January 19, 2010 12:00 am
  The Deal Detective helps a divorced mom plan a trip with her two daughters that includes walking in the clouds, exploring a national park, and relaxing on a beach within a budget. read more
• SmarterTravel Editors' Travel Bucket Lists
  December 28, 2009 12:00 am
  Find out what they hope to see and do before that fateful day. read more
• Paris on the Cheap
  November 3, 2009 12:00 am
  The Deal Detective helps a reader see the City of Light for less this winter by helping her determine when to go and where to stay. read more
• Five Ways to Celebrate Your Independence in Style
  July 3, 2009 12:00 am
  Go solo this summer by taking a class, a tour, or a hike. read more
• Caribbean Beaches and Florida For Less
  July 21, 2009 9:15 am
  The Deal Detective helps a solo traveler plan a relaxing vacation in Punta Cana and Amelia Island. read more
• Can You Avoid the Single Supplement?
  March 30, 2009 12:00 am
  Solo travelers often pay a penalty just for traveling alone. Fair? Not really. But there are ways to avoid the dreaded single supplement. Ed Perkins investigates. read more
• Deals for Solo Travelers
  March 11, 2009 9:01 am
  The single supplement: It's the bane of the solo traveler's vacation planning. In this economy, it's also a major roadblock for many single travelers on a budget. read more
• Our Favorite Places of 2008
  December 23, 2008 12:00 am
  From the mountains of Rwanda to the hiking trails of Oregon, find out where we visited in 2008 and how we saved money doing it. read more
• How Can I Fly My Grandson Overseas?
  December 15, 2008 12:00 am
  From minimum age per airline to the best types of itineraries, Ed Perkins describes optimal procedures for minors traveling alone. read more
• Holiday Travel Bargains? It's a Christmas Miracle!
  December 9, 2008 5:13 pm
  The Deal Detective helps readers with holiday travel in the U.S. and Canada. Part one of a two-part series. read more
• Grand Savings on Grand Bahama Island (and Nassau, Too!)
  October 14, 2008 2:55 pm
  This fall, leave the cold weather behind when you book a fantastic deal to the Bahamas. Plus, the Deal Detective helps plan a New England getaway. read more
• Major tour company waives single supplement on select trips
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Tour company Tauck has announced dates for cruises and tours that will have reduced or waived single-occupancy surcharges. This means better rates and more individual travelers. read more
• The happiest adventure destination on earth
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Sometimes referred to by the locals as an "ecotopia," Byron Bay is a haven for adventure and eco-travelers, with surfing, sea kayaking, whale watching, horseback riding, and hang-gliding just a few of the options available. read more
• How to cut costs when you're traveling solo
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Traveling alone can be expensive, but there are ways to save. A growing number of travel companies are trying to please single consumers by making traveling solo easier and less expensive. read more
• Resources for the solo student traveler
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Traveling alone has its perks, the main one being that you get to be your own boss. And for students, traveling by yourself can be a wonderfully rewarding experience. Who needs a wingman, anyway? read more
• Five top destinations for solo travelers
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  When you're flying solo, picking the right destination is key. These five standout destinations offer cheap accommodations, easy transportation, and lots to see and do. read more
• How to plan for your first solo trip
  June 11, 2007 12:00 am
  Traveling alone can seem overwhelming if you've never done it before. In this podcast, independent travel expert Rolf Potts talks to Smarter Travel Contributing Editor Christine Sarkis about planning for your first solo vacation. read more
• Top 10 safety tips for solo travelers
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Don't be caught unawares. If you're planning to travel on your own, these top strategies can ensure a safe vacation. read more
• Hadrian's Wall, England's Top Ancient Monument
  October 24, 2008 11:43 am
  Walking in the footsteps of history, Josh Roberts declares lesser-known Hadrian's Wall the best ancient monument in Britain. read more
• Seven ways to see Europe on a student's budget
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Five weeks to do 10 countries, and on a student's budget? If you head to Europe with an open mind and a penchant for train travel, it's more than possible. In fact, it should be a graduation requirement. read more
• New travel agency for single cruisers
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Problem: Single cruisers pay more and have a harder time than guests traveling in groups. Solution: SoloCruiser, a new travel agency, sells cruises with low or no single supplement, offers a roommate-finding service, and hosts escorted cruises for solo travelers. read more
• Coping with the single supplement
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The travel industry is set up for pairs. Ed Perkins explains how to travel solo and avoid the single supplement, and how to find a suitable traveling companion. read more
• Couch surf your way to free lodging
  October 19, 2009 9:09 am
  "Couch surfing" is the method of choice for the budget traveler seeking no-cost lodging and an opportunity to join people in mid-adventure without leaving the comforts of home. read more
• Do any tour operators not charge single travelers extra?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Find out how solo travelers can get around paying extra fees when booking tours. read more
• Where I can find a mature traveling companion?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Is there a place online where I can find a mature traveling companion who's willing to share travel experiences and expenses? read more
• The shoestring world traveler's guide to hostelling
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  If you're new to the world of hostels, welcome! You will soon find that there is no better way to explore the globe on a budget than by embracing the hostel lifestyle. read more
• Solo Travelers: Avoid the single supplement
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Traveling alone can often be pricey. This guide features strategies for making solo travel more affordable by highlighting single-friendly travel organizations and travel partner match sites. read more

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