What with TikTok, Instagram and hotels and holiday companies doing solo travelling packages, ‘solo travel’ as a concept is booming. But where is best for setting out alone? There’s a fair bit to consider, but some destinations do stand out as primed for solo travel, whether it’s down to their easy transport links, friendly locals or great group tours to join. For a bit of travel inspo before you make any plans, here are our favourite destinations for solo travel in 2025. 

What is the best destination for solo female travel?

Solo female travel is becoming more and more common, but there are often a few more things to consider as a woman – most importantly, safety. This kind of thing is subjective, of course, but some of our absolute favourites include Portugal, Japan and Vietnam. For full lowdown, check out our list of the top destinations for solo female travel and our top tips for staying safe as a solo female traveller. 

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