We are pleased to present a new Solo Travel Destination Post. A member of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook from the United States submitted the following report about San Diego, California. Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend? Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!
Solo travel rating: 1 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult. Please see chart below)
Languages spoken: English
Sailing the Pacific.
Reasons to go: San Diego is a melting pot where it's easy to connect with other solo travelers. There are amazing beaches, lots of waterfront destinations (Coronado Island, Torrey Pines, La Jolla), tasty Mexican food & sushi, the world-renowned San Diego Zoo, Old Town San Diego, SeaWorld, Balboa Park… the list is endless. There are also museums, surfing, hiking, brewery tours, and lots of live music venues.
There is a great eco-friendly hostel just outside of the downtown area and close to the Little Italy neighborhood called International Travelers House. There is a farmer's market nearby every Saturday and it is close to the well-known Gaslamp District which is full of restaurants & night clubs.
San Diego has beautiful beaches.
…and Mexico is just a short ride away.
Solo Travel Destination Rating System
Safety – 1 (1 very safe, 2 safe in most areas, 3 be cautious at all times.)
Language – 1 (1 English is first language, 2 English speakers easy to find, 3 English speakers rare)
Navigation – 2 (1 easy to navigate by transit or car, 2 poor transit, car necessary, 3 not easy to get around)
Culture – 1 (1 Similar to North America or Western Europe, 2 Different from above but relaxed and easy, 3 Challenging)
Average Rating – 1 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult)