7 Reasons Why Solo Travel Is Better After 35

I know what you might be thinking… solo travel after 35, can that really be fun? Won’t I be lonely, bored, out of place? What if I am in my 40’s or older, can I do this? If you have never traveled solo, I can understand why it may sound intimidating and maybe a little scary. But let me assure you, the older I have gotten, the more I have enjoy my trips! Below are 7 reasons why solo travel is better after 35! 

7 Reasons Why Solo Travel Is Better After 35

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#1. Financially Responsible |You Are More Established Over 35

The older you get the more you learn to manage your finances. In my 20’s I used to charge everything. I had no real concept of how to properly manage money. As a result, I got into a bit of debt. 

Traveling broke sucks. Pinching pennies and having to stay in not so nice hotels to get by, I don’t miss that. The older and wiser you are in your 30’s sets you up to be able to travel in style. And, that is one of the best reasons solo travel is better after 35!

#2. No Hangovers | You Rather Be Rested Than Clubbing All Night

Ok, so if I learned anything, it’s don’t drink more than a couple of drinks on vacation. When you are young and in your 20’s going out and being responsible just falls to the wayside once the music starts pumping. 

Waking up hungover on vacation is a total life ruiner. Hate to admit that it happened to me a few times. When you are solo traveling at an older age, you are more likely to get to bed early than hang out in a smoke-filled bar till 3 am. 

Also, it’s nice not to have your best friend there yelling YOLO in your face at 2 am. And to be clear, I am all for the “you only live once.” Just not when it leaves you wishing you were dead the next day.

#3. Being Selfish | And This Doesn’t Make You A Bitch

One of the 7 reasons why solo travel is better after 35 is getting to be selfish. For example, I am not a museum person. Cue the gasps. I know that most people love to visit a museum when traveling. Not me! The best part about traveling solo is getting to do whatever the hell you want. 

There will be no one else dragging you that statue you just don’t feel like seeing. If you want to stay in the hotel and get room service for dinner, you do that. It’s all up to you!!

Making all the decisions on vacation is very liberating. This is especially true if you’ve spent previous years being the one just going along with the plan. More reasons why solo travel is better after 35!

#4. Meeting New People | It’s Easier To Do When Solo

Ok, so maybe you are reading this and are thinking that you are just too old to make new friends. Perhaps, you consider yourself too shy or not social enough to start up a conversation with a stranger. Chances are, you will make a friend on your trip without a lot of effort. 

If you take any of my advice in my solo traveling guides you will join some sort of walking tour or bike tour. Almost always will you come away with a new friend on Facebook or Instagram. Meeting people when you travel solo is easier than you think. 

Solo travelers also seem to find each other. I’ve noticed this happening a lot more in recent years. More and more females are giving solo travel a chance. You could be surprised how many you see sitting at dinner solo.

#5. New Life Perspective | You Could Start A Whole New Life

The best part about traveling when you are older is being more in touch with who you are. Knowing yourself a little better opens the door to growing outside of your small world. This new life perspective comes more easily and isn’t as scary. 

Had I never traveled solo when I was just coming into my 30s, I wouldn’t have grown into the woman I am today, not having made any of these incredible life changes. 

Solo travel really gave me the strength to move abroad. If I had waited to find that special someone to go to Europe with, I would still be waiting. Going alone will change your life perspective in the most positive ways.

#6. Letting Go of Old Patterns | We All Need Help To Do This

When you are traveling alone, you really have the opportunity to evaluate your life. The solidarity in your solo moments gives you time to reflect on what is working in your life and what is not. Identifying some old patterns you made be stuck in will become very clear.

This time of reflection gives you a chance to set new goals for your future. I travel solo and go inward to figure out some elements of my life that may need adjusting. As someone who believes we are constantly evolving, this has been very beneficial for me.

#7. Better Taste in Everything | Aged Like A Fine Wine

I don’t know about you, but I certainly have developed better taste in everything as I grew older—better friend choices, a smarter sense of style, and a more evolved culinary palate.

Traveling for me now is enhanced by trying out the cuisines of the world. It has really enriched my experience in new countries. If I were still in my 20’s, it would have been, “where is the cheapest food that won’t give me food poisoning?”

Now, it’s finding that bistro restaurant and enjoying its signature dish. When you are older, you appreciate the dining experiences just as much as you would have a night out dancing.

Summary of 7 Reasons Why Solo Travel Is Better After 35

Like anything you try for the first time, you might not get it right. I urge you to keep that in mind when you take your first solo trip. It might not go as smoothly as you imagine it would. I don’t say this to scare you.

In my experience of solo traveling, you might have a hiccup or two with logistics, or maybe a disappointing hotel. All things that would happen if you were traveling with someone. When you are going alone, you just feel these setbacks harder.

The best of the 7 reasons why travel is better after 35 is really the new perspective you gain. When you are older and wiser, you can handle any situation better, and see opportunities more clearly.

Traveling solo was the best possible thing I could have ever done for myself. I believe in the benefits so much that I created an entire blog dedicated to the subject.

Having all the right travel accessories and gear to make your life easier is an absolute must! Check out my packing for carry-on, solo female essentials guide here!

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