"\r\nNew year, new travel opportunities!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMany people take the month of January to look at the year ahead and set travel goals<\/a>. One of the most powerful ways to explore a new place is to take a solo trip. From the freedom and flexibility to the stress relief and boost in self-reliance, there are endless benefits<\/a> to solo travel<\/a>. And there are many exciting places to make it happen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOf course, it\u2019s always important to research current conditions in your desired destination to stay safe when traveling, especially for solo trips. But fortunately, there are precautions you can take, and tons of backup options if needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe asked travel bloggers and other experts to share the solo travel destinations they recommend for 2020. Keep scrolling to read about 50 places that will surely inspire your wanderlust.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n1<\/span>Vancouver, Canada<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\njoe daniel price via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cIf you enjoy spending time in nature, Vancouver is a great place to add to your solo destination list for 2020. Canada as a whole is a very safe country to visit, and Vancouver has so much to offer. The city itself offers beautiful views of mountains and has a lot of fun places to visit, such as Granville Market and Stanley Park. You can also do a day or weekend trip from Vancouver to escape into the mountains any time of year!\u201d \u2015\u00a0Amber Primdahl, travel blogger at\u00a0She\u2019s Catching Flights<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n2<\/span>Santiago, Chile<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nJose Luis Stephens \/ EyeEm via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cI recommend Santiago, Chile. South America is a friendly destination for travelers, even if you don\u2019t speak Spanish. Santiago is not a difficult city to get around alone, as you can take the subway or Uber. The local food scene is fantastic and casual, so it\u2019s a great place to enjoy a meal and cocktail by yourself. For example, at De Patio restaurant, you can sit at the counter and chat with the chef while he prepares dishes with ingredients straight out of his garden.\u201d \u2015\u00a0La Carmina<\/a>,\u00a0travel blogger<\/a>\u00a0and TV host<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n3<\/span>Malaysia<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nDasMaddin via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cWithin Southeast Asia, I think Malaysia is a great destination for solo travel for any age. You\u2019ve got some incredible rainforests and stunning canopy walks, buzzing cities with a great culinary scene, and since most Malaysians speak perfect English, it\u2019s a lot easier to connect with locals than in many other countries. Malaysia doesn\u2019t have the travel party scene you find so much Thailand, so it\u2019s a perfect choice in Asia for more culture-focused or mature travelers.\u201d \u2015\u00a0Marek Bron, travel blogger at\u00a0Indie Traveller<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n4<\/span>Slovenia<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nAleksandarGeorgiev via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cDelve into one of the greenest and most beautiful countries in Europe by buying a ticket to Slovenia! Not only does it have fairytale castles built into mountain walls (check out Predjama Castle!) but underground cave trains resembling Indiana Jones\u2019 own adventures. The capital city is by far the prettiest I\u2019ve ever seen, too. Transport links are convenient. The country is small enough to explore confidently. And the safety, as well as a high level of English among the younger generation, make this the perfect European destination for a solo traveler this year.\u201d \u2015Alice Teacake, travel blogger at\u00a0Teacake Travels<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n5<\/span>St. John's, Canada<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nJarmo Piironen \/ EyeEm via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cIt's not a place many people have heard of, but St. John\u2019s, Newfoundland, is pretty magnificent and a great option for solo travel. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful with massive cliffs overlooking the ocean. You can stroll to the top of Signal Hill to overlook the harbor and out to the sea. You can also drive out to Cape Spear to stand at North America\u2019s most eastern point. But the truly special part of St. John\u2019s is the people. They are some of the warmest and friendliest you will meet. You can grab a pint in one of the many Irish pubs and strike up a conversation easily. And for such a small town, the downtown area is packed with restaurants, pubs and shops. Plus, they have puffins and icebergs (even in May). You really can\u2019t go wrong here. Don\u2019t forget to get \u2018screeched in\u2019 while you are in town, too.\u201d \u2015\u00a0Mark Ostermann, senior editor of\u00a0Miles to Memories<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n6<\/span>South Korea<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nGoranQ via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cSeoul is on the top of my list for great places to travel solo this year. It\u2019s safe for solo travelers, fairly easy to get around, and the people are always kind and willing to help tourists. The city is full of modern conveniences that take everyday luxury to another level. There\u2019s WiFi everywhere, you can Uber around the city, and the customer service is impeccable. It\u2019s great for solo travelers on a budget since there are a ton of low-cost options for hotel stays and food. The street food in Seoul is a must!\u201d \u2015\u00a0Jee Choe, digital designer and blogger at\u00a0Oh, How Civilized<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n7<\/span>Rotterdam, the Netherlands<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nAlexander Spatari via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cSkip the crowds of Amsterdam and head to Rotterdam. This city is easy to navigate by public transportation, walkable, and of course, very bike-friendly. Take a water taxi and enjoy the views of the modern architecture of the city. Head to the food halls such as Markthal and Fenix Food Factory to check out what\u2019s new with Dutch cuisine.\u201d \u2015Jessica van Dop<\/a>, travel media specialist and blogger at\u00a0The Dining Traveler<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n8<\/span>Accra, Ghana<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nAyitey Hammond via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cGhana is one of the best countries to travel solo in Africa. Ghanaians are known to be very kind and are typically willing to help travelers with directions or the like. Accra has a beach close by, along with many cute boutiques, cafes and restaurants. Solo travelers might appreciate that Uber is available and affordable in Accra, which makes navigating the city quite easy.\u201d \u2015\u00a0Briona Lamback<\/a>, travel blogger and founder of\u00a0Buoyant<\/a>\u00a0travel agency<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n9<\/span>Malta<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\nDado Daniela via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cThis incredibly charming and gorgeous European island is just off the coast of Italy and makes for an enchanting solo travel adventure! You can rent a car and explore both islands in just a couple of days, and see things like quaint cobblestone streets and the stunning Blue Lagoon.\u201d \u2015\u00a0Alyssa Ramos<\/a>, blogger at\u00a0My Life\u2019s A Travel Movie<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n10<\/span>Oman<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n35007 via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cMany people can\u2019t even point to Oman on a map, but it is one of the best destinations for solo travelers in 2020! Locals are friendly but rarely pushy, and you can walk down the street without getting stared at. Renting a car is easy and the roads are in pristine condition. The highlight of traveling Oman is the fabulous nature and scenery, from sparkling blue wadis and sand dunes for hundreds of miles to sea cliffs and the \u2018Grand Canyon Of The Middle East.\u2019 If you want a break from traveling solo, consider hiring a local Omani guide to show you around for a day or two!\u201d \u2015\u00a0Victoria Yore, travel blogger at\u00a0Follow Me Away<\/a><\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHave you traveled solo?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNo, I have no interest in it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNo, but I\u2019m curious.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYes, and it wasn\u2019t that great.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYes, just a few times, It was fun!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYes, I offen do! It\u2019s great.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n"
