SOLO TRAVEL Q&A | Safety, Loneliness? & does it really change you?

[@rhian655]

Yes the timing of this is just 👌🏼 I’m doing my first solo trip in less than a month to Italy.

[@dace8828]

One thing i always do as a solo traveler, i register my trip with the Ministry of Foreign affairs (in my country). Takes 3 minutes to do online and they have information about how to contact you in case of emergency to provide you with assistance if needed. And travel insurance always. Even if it is just for 2 days

[@bojanajanicijevic109]

Traveling solo for me is such a boost of confidence and moving your boundaries, even when you think you cant you can! The main advice I would give to everyone is - to have NO expectations - those ruin everything, because if you plan it all in your head and have loads of expectations - like it will be beautiful i will be so happy and if some minor thing happens it can be disappointing, but when you have no expectations it will all be so much relaxed and if something is not that perfect it will be great :) Sammy great video as usual :) Thanks!

[@Byby176]

I've just recently been to Vienna on my own! I've always wanted to try solo traveling but just never got around to actually do it because that's something you have to actually seek out and organize besides the classic holidays you may take with a partner and your friends. I wanted to go see a band in concert because they didn't have a tour date in my country so I just took the leap and went on my own and I am SO SO GLAD I did! Traveling solo just hits different, you can go at YOUR own pace, if you wanna admire a painting for 10 minutes straights or walk really fast past some monument you don't really care about you can! I also met some people at my hostel that were going to the same concert luckily ! We went together, met up with even more people, got food after and got back to the hostel so I wasn't even alone 'at night'. We still keep in touch and it was so wholesome. I always felt safe in Vienna tbh and it's also an AMAZING city! I really fell in love with it, wherever you looked there was something to be mesmerized by and I think it's awesome to just stroll around and sightsee. I feel like the main attractions were within walking distance and I truly RECOMMEND walking because you can see a lot of hidden gems on the way to the next place you need to see. I wanna go back because this time around I was in a rush, I stayed very little but made the most of it and once I was home it felt like a fever dream.

[@samlui3591]

Solo travel is great ! Recommended countries for females would be the Scandinavian countries and Japan. But it’s always good to maybe go to a hostel and meet groups of people if you want to be safe. Most important thing is to trust your gut instincts.

[@holaisaaa]

Traveling solo for music is a shared interest! I did for LA so it was definitely a bit of a different vibe but it was worthwhile and definitely shapes where you’re going in life too, and who you want to share your life with. Very insightful 💕 I’m glad you’re doing this even with your little one, Sammi

[@miathesaint]

I've travelled to Iceland, Finland and Scotland solo. Solo travelling really broadened my worldview, deffo recommend! (black woman in her early 20s over here lol) x

[@Dreamyluxdesigns]

Thanks Sammi! This was so helpful, haven’t traveled outside of the country since 2020 to London. I’m definitely overdue so I’m looking forward to my first solo trip this August to Lisbon.

[@lolaaaaaaaable]

I solo travelled to Lisbon, different Spanish cities and Bali. Would 100% recommend Bali and stay there in a hostel. There are loads of people solo travelling there and the locals are friendly too. It's beautiful and afforable, very rich culture. 10/10 would recommend.

[@leoniekellner5883]

Ahhh good to know! Would love to go there by myself. Easy to meet people?

[@jazmyngreen99]

Do u have any specific hostel recs for bali? Im traveling there next month

[@lolaaaaaaaable]

@@leoniekellner5883 Go! :) It's so easy to meet people there when you stay at hostels. I felt very safe as there are loads of other female solo travellers there. I also had the impression there were a lot of digital nomads. I did go pre-pandemic in 2018 I believe, so things could have changed obviously.

[@lolaaaaaaaable]

@@jazmyngreen99 I mostly stayed at hostels (which is also what I would recommend), I didn't stay at any hotel sorry.

[@lolaaaaaaaable]

@@jazmyngreen99 Oh wait, I actually stayed at a hostel in Ubud that also offered private rooms, it was called Puri Garden I believe. I think I went in 2018 so I'm not sure everything is still the same. Really enjoyed my stay there! They also have a nice cafe.

[@jessicasuarez6724]

I did Guatemala solo. It was one of the best trips I’ve ever gone on. I met a bunch of other solo travelers. All female! It’s a very safe country for solo travel. I met most people on tours. Would recommend and would definitely go back!

[@mizzcookiecrumble]

I'm travelling solo tomorrow to Morocco! Feel so nervous!

[@Faridapows]

Have so much fun! Witch city are you visiting?

[@mizzcookiecrumble]

@@Faridapows thanks! I'll be staying in Agadir. :-)

[@amaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

I just came back from travelling around morocco with another friend whos also a woman, Id just say please be careful. Its not really in the culture for women to be walking around alone and doing lots alone, so try to meet friendly people if you can and just be aware of your surroundings. We had some difficult situations when we were there, but we also met some really lovely people. hope you have a good time!

[@Faridapows]

@@amaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa this is true. I use to spend all my summers in Morocco and you should always be cautious. Hope you overall had a nice trip.

[@Faridapows]

@@mizzcookiecrumble I hear it's beautiful, have a save trip

[@TheGreenTees]

I’m from a small European country, Slovenia. It’s small and beautiful and safe. I would recommend it to all solo travelers. You can go to the mountains and if you wish to be by the sea, you reach it in two hours. On the other hand, I live in Berlin now. And I wouldn’t really recommend it to come alone.

[@sm2593]

Just out of curiosity, why wouldn't you recommend Berlin for a solo trip?

[@chandraashley]

Berlin is fabulous, a really different cool vibe than kind of a typical European city - grittier, but in a great way. There was one incident where I got off the underground at a station and a trio of guys where a bit sketch and I got a bad vibe, so I just quickly headed in the opposite direction and was fine. It’s just as you said it to trust your intuition 😊.

[@Moaritsu]

I haven't solo traveled but I was a student abroad for half a year and constantly explored on my own when I was 20ish. Definitely changed me permanently for the better. I think everyone needs to explore on their own to some degree to build confidence and expand their views on life and people 😊 This was in Japan. I didn't even pay for phone days back then lol

[@hannah60000]

Japan is an amazing place to solo travel. I also did the same and was there for 2 years. Took some risks and it worked out! Most of my travel from then has been solo travel. Yet, some of that youthful risk has dampened, but it is still fun nonetheless! 😆

[@laurap8654]

Thank you for sharing this. You inspired me to start solo travelling and I did my first trip last year to Copenhagen. I had the most incredible time, thank you ❤❤

[@jennythepooh]

I always wait to snuggle on a sunday to watch your videos. I enjoy very much your content

[@buttylishusbri]

I've been wanting freedom this entire year but something always came up... I had so much angst but over the past week or two, I've been seeing signs ( I SAW A WHITE SQUIRREL), horoscope and now this video... I booked the hostel but didn't book the flight... I've now booked the flight because I saw this video! There's been way too many coincidences! This will be my first solo trip, at 24, and the first time I'll be staying with strangers in a hostel. I wanted a hotel so bad but the prices couldn't be justified. I'm so anti-soical, still have no friends, but I'm not scared... I'm anxiously excited. Sorry for the long message but thanks for the tips!

[@LauraMaria444]

Omg watching your Videos After years I feel Like I am 16 again. Lots of love! 🤍 you were always a big Inspiration for me 🫶🏼 greetings from Germany

[@CarolineSophie93]

I’m a bit late, but Berlin is great for solo travel! Everyone speaks English and it’s great to walk around. Ofc there are certain areas that aren’t as nice but in general you should definitely visit :)

[@lunatu]

I am French and I would also definitely recommend visiting Bordeaux, Toulouse and Biarritz as a solo traveller (I am a solo traveller too sometimes so I know what it feels like) :-) I guess other places as well like Britanny would be "safe", yay and may be not Paris (Though honestly it depends on the arrondissement and the places you visit, try to avoid very crowded and touristic places^^) Have a nice day and thank you Sammi for this video!❤

[@LizzAngelus]

I feel inspired to travel bc of you. maybe not solo YET but one day. P.S- can we get a home decor update or tour or just fav home finds?! ive always loved your home decor ❤

[@tlo2978]

I stayed in a hostel in Lisbon! The price can’t be beat and overall it was a good experience.

[@leandrab2279]

Would definitely recommend hostels for making friends! There are usually group events or outings, everyone who goes will also be looking to connect!

[@prittygurl62887]

I just did my first solo trip on the island of Ohau Hawaii and it was amazing.

[@Ayshy173]

Always look forward to your vlogs sammi. Love your personality and how genuine you are. Super brave for solo travelling, not sure its for me! Do you have moments of lonliness, and if so how do you combat it?

[@EnIaify]

Doing my first solo travel trip to Lisbon in three weeks. Excited and scared at the same time. If anyone likes to meet up there, please let me know 🫶🏻

[@WinaPuangco]

Never been this early before! :) Yayyy

[@sophiebutterill9295]

I've been to Berlin solo when I was 21 and it was amazing, i am dying to go back but saving to buy my first home lol! Love these vids/this topic! x

[@cristinal.s1395]

I do not advise you to go to Paris on a single trip or with a small group of friends. It is dangerous. Barcelona is also very dangerous at night, it is a divine city to do things by yourself during the day, but at night it is better to go out with friends. Madrid is much safer. I recommend Munich and Berlin, very beautiful and many things to see and visit, they are also very safe cities at night.

[@sm2593]

I wouldn't call Paris dangerous. Of course there's crime there like any big city but if you're going to touristy places there's loads of people around. Also I think its good to know a bit of the language so you have more awareness of what's going on or can shout for help. This might scare people not to go there but in most places I feel like if you're sensible, put precautions in place and have an awareness of what's happening around you, it should be fine (I'm talking more about Europe than anywhere else tho, I wouldn't be that comfortable travelling in some other parts of the world solo personally).

[@seashore961]

This was really helpful, thank you for your insights! 💕

[@Resdaisy]

I hope we will a lot of blogs of your solo travels here xx

[@angelapryke8020]

Palma Mallorca. Perfect for shopping, bars and restaurants

[@leoniekellner5883]

Barcelona is quite risky in terms of stealing and stuff like that, got stolen a bunch of stuff there 😳 As a German, I can really recommend Berlin as a solo trip too! Everyone is by themselves and I wouldn’t feel worried to be there on my own.

[@leoniekellner5883]

I currently live in Copenhagen and while it is a great city, it’s not that easy to meet people/ make friends so I’d rather go with a girlfriend

[@SamWest96]

​@@leoniekellner5883mm that's so true about Copenhagen. It's one of my favourite cities but it's not a great place to meet people. My uncle lives in the city so I've been every year since I was a baby.

[@cavaliib1889]

Want too see more videos Samantha we miss your videos

[@hereyougofirst]

i miss you!

[@vivienkoosz6994]

Come to Budapest. It is a really nice city. The people are kind. And if you dont know where is something they will help. Most speak english also. The 5th district is full of tourists all the time. You can hear more foreign language than hungarian. 😂

[@lindatashjian7418]

So helpful!! I was thinking of heading to London for my first solo trip, do you have any thoughts/recommendations/advice?

[@sm2593]

As a Londoner myself I would say just be careful at night (don't go to quiet places) and also be careful using your phone! A few months ago my phone got stolen by someone on a bike. But otherwise, its quite safe, always lots of people around and you'll be absolutely fine during the day. I travelled in Italy by myself and basically just followed those rules myself I.e. avoided quiet areas and tried not to stay out late by myself. Also if you're lost, the staff in tube stations are usually quite helpful.

[@hannah60000]

Good advice, but having your wits about you should be for everywhere. I am a Londoner born and raise, I’ve never had another bad happen to me (thank God!) just do your research and have fun!

[@Momoiro0]

Hi girl what happened to your jewelry website? I can’t access it!

[@nm5310]

It's only safe in a few places though. Solo travel, whether male or female, is generally safer in Japan, South Korea, Western/Central Europe, Aus/NZ, US/Canada. The rest of the world is not safe to be travelling solo, especially as a westerner. If you know any people/locals it's ok, but if not it's best to go in a travel group.

[@NazASMRSA]

Come solo to Saudi/ Riyadh 🇸🇦 and I'll show you the city around 😍

[@nonibbb]

Your accent is always changing

[@mlnk09]

palma de mallorca is a nice city to go solo!

[@thenotoriousgryyn342]

You look fantastic Samantha 👍🌹

[@МаринаМоре-е3ф]

Hi! Which app gives you the possibility to track the location? Thanks!

[@RezaCribo85]

Terimakasih telah membuat vidio ini , ingin rasanya berpergian melihat negara negara lain , 😊

[@alinaioana5414]

Berlin is a nice city, but wouldn't recommend a solo trip there 😊

[@nathalieogheden7358]

You should come to Gothenburg in Sweden too😃

[@EnIaify]

You said not to mention that you're on your own but also I would like to let people know that i'm on my own to connect/get help you know? I wonder how to manage that e.g. connect with a group of people but also not risk my own security

[@dace8828]

Depends on the situation but i'd say if someone approaches you and the first thing they ask if you are solo is not a good sign at least in my experience. I once decided to go to a secluded beach outside a seaside town i was visiting and a guy came out of the bushes and starting talking to me. He started trying to grab me the second i said i was traveling alone. Luckily there were other people on the beach so i just ran away and he did not chase after me. That was the last time i ever had a full blown conversation with someone who approached me and was "friendly"

[@Андрей-ь1у4е]

❤❤❤

[@emmabarnes609]

nice

[@IdreesNaaz]

Nice 🙂

[@AG3Bhai23]

So nice

[@LaRochePosay04]

I recommend hostels.

[@TihklNyambe-hk6op]

Nice videos

[@AG3Bhai23]

Good morning

[@tamunagegiadze6594]

Dear Sammi somehow it seems to me that you was much happier then you was married and now it seems to me that you are kind of lost :( hope I'm wrong, but I think that married life was kind of right thing for you, anyways wish you all the best 🥰

[@sm2593]

I disagree, she seems happier but anyway that's her business! Let's just let her live her life and not project our expectations on her.

[@tansholpanmazhenova9640]

👍🏼🩷

[@JhVv-z6s]

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[@svlagonda7417]

These millennials make me laugh.

[@courfra7279]

This was really helpful, and inspiring! 🤍

[@maliezbabe]

I've been trying to find a video answering all of this since yesterday and I've been subscribed to you for years lol

[@fantaguyreal]

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