Europe Archives

December 4, 2020 by Tracey Nesbitt

A Solo Travel Society member shares all of her favorite things to see and do, and where to eat and stay on a trip to Stresa, Italy.

Solo in Santander, Spain: A Sweet, Surprising Destination

November 23, 2020 by Tracey Nesbitt

Solo in Santander, Spain, this traveler discovers lively patios, gorgeous beaches, and fascinating art and history.

Solo Travel to Italy: Photos by Readers

June 12, 2020 by Tracey Nesbitt

Enjoy these Italy photos, all taken by members of the Solo Travel Society and readers of Solo Traveler while exploring the country.

Solo Travel Destination: Faroe Islands

April 24, 2020 by Tracey Nesbitt

This Solo Travel Society member rented a car and explored six of the Faroe Islands over the course of a week, encoountering beauty around every corner.

Solo in Amsterdam: A City that Left Me Wanting More

November 27, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

Solo in Amsterdam, I explored by boat and on foot, saw a bit of the countryside, discovered tasty new treats, and fell in love with the city.

Den Bosch: Solo Travel Beyond Amsterdam in the Netherlands

November 13, 2019 by Janice Waugh

I was in Den Bosch for five days. I could have stayed a month. It’s perfect for solo travelers. Interesting, safe, beautiful and culturally rich.

Exploring London Solo with Ease

November 6, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

Traveling solo isn’t always easy. Exploring London solo this time around I discovered how Monograms can ease the way for you.

Solo Travel Destination: Santorini Island, Greece

October 25, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

This Solo Travel Society member found Santorini Island to be a perfect destination for a solo female traveler and is already planning to visit again.

One Day in Ravenna, Italy: Mosaics and More

October 7, 2019 by Janice Waugh

One day in Ravenna is just enough to cover the highlights of this not-to-be-missed, small Italian city. If you have time, enjoy it over multiple days.

Solo Travel Destination: Graz, Austria

October 4, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

This solo traveler found Graz, Austria to be a stimulating city with a good balance of preserved heritage and striking modernity.

Solo Travel Northern Ireland: Tips for Belfast and Beyond

August 12, 2019 by Janice Waugh

I love Northern Ireland! From the cities to the countryside, here are 32 tips to help you solo travel Northern Ireland and love it too.

Paris to Normandy: A River Cruise in Photos

July 8, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

My first river cruise, a culinary-themed excursion from Paris to Normandy, could not have gone better! Here are some of the highlights.

Solo Travel Destination: Copenhagen, Denmark 3 Ways

June 7, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

Three solo travelers, three different experiences in Copenhagen: one on a quick layover, one with more time to explore, one with 3 weeks to take it all in.

Solo Travel the Loire Valley: 500th Anniversary of the French Renaissance

May 22, 2019 by Janice Waugh

The 500th Anniversary of the French Renaissance would be a great time to enjoy a château walking tour in the Loire Valley. If those walls could talk!

Solo Travel in Italy Two Ways: Group and Independent

May 17, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

Two different styles of solo travel in Italy: one traveler went as part of a group tour, one explored independently. Here they share their stories.

Solo Travel Destination: Andalucia, Spain

April 26, 2019 by Tracey Nesbitt

Choosing a less busy time of year to visit Andalucia in southern Spain resulted in a such a great trip that this solo traveler plans to return next year.

Exploring Ancient Ireland: Loughcrew, Hill of Tara & 6 More Highlights

April 22, 2019 by Janice Waugh

Combining the peace of walking off the beaten track with the discovery of ancient ruins, medieval towns and castles makes for a perfect few days in Ireland.