Top 5 Reasons to Travel Solo!
1. Meeting new people
Going overseas by yourself allows you the opportunity to meet other like-minded travellers and locals. Travelling by yourself make it easier for others to approach you and for you to approach others. It is also a great opportunity to chat to locals and immerse yourself in the local culture, which is harder to do in a group setting.
2. You can go where you want, when you want
When travelling in a group, you are constrained as the group may want to undertake activities that you aren’t interested in and vice versa. When you’re by yourself, you are able to make your own plans that suit you. It also gives you the opportunity to meet new companions and form new groups
3. Your self-confidence will improve
Solo travel throws you into the deep end, and while it can seem quite daunting, travelling alone can help you become a more confident person. Eventually it becomes more natural to talk to others and this self confidence is a worthy skill, long after your holiday has concluded.
4. You’ll feel an immense sense of achievement!
Travelling alone requires a lot of courage, it can be hard to take the leap, but once you do, you’ll realise just how rewarding the experience is. Especially if you are volunteering overseas, you’ll be able to see the difference that you’re making in others lives by giving back to those less fortunate.
5. You’ll learn more about yourself
Travelling solo allows you a lot of time for thinking and reflection, giving you the chance to experience a degree of new experiences. This often gives us a chance to reflect on our strengths and weaknesses, and discover new interests that you didn’t even know you had!
Development Together Placements provide a fantastic opportunity for solo travellers to travel abroad and meet like-minded volunteers from all over the world. Our placements allow you to use your expertise to develop solutions for issues facing local communities in need, while giving you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and have an unforgettable experience. To find out more, visit www.developmenttogether.com or email admin@developmenttogether.com.
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