Hi guys! I've reached a really awkward stage in my life where I've finished my masters degree and am currently looking for work. There isn't a lot of work about at the moment that is in my field and I thought it would be a good time to go away for a short trip- 1 to 2 weeks. My parents are against the idea - they think I should wait until I have a job; I would be hesitant to tell them. I live in a different town to them with my partner and I see them about once a month.

Anyway, I'm not the most outgoing person - I can be, and I can fake it, but I really don't enjoy it. I'm looking to go somewhere warm/hot. I'm currently living in New Zealand but am open to anywhere globally that you think is safe for a 22 year old female to travel alone. I'm not sure how to approach travelling alone, any stories, advice, or recommendations of places to visit would be amazing 😘.

Ooh, I wish I had the guts to go on a trip alone. I don't have the guts or the money, lol. I've always wanted to go to Hawaii though, or the Galapagos. I want to get scuba certified and dive the Great Barrier Reef too.

I don't know if I have the guts either haha. I'd love to go to Hawaii or the Galapagos, but I feel like I'd want to share those places with someone. But I feel like now is such a good time to go while I am uncommitted to jobs, but everyone I know is too busy/poor to come :(. Maybe I should go somewhere in my own country, but it seems pretty boring here and a bit cold at the moment.

I suffer from wanderlust and if I could, I would never settle down. I'm poor, hence the biggest issue of a traveller like me.

I went to California on my own in 2012. It was my first time in a plane, first time in a airport and first time by myself. I was thrown aback when I set foot in the airport at first; it's gigantic, unclear and easy to get lost. However, I found my gate and everything went well. While travelling, I'd suggest you to always carry your important paper such as passport, ID, inssurance card/paper and phone number in case of emergency with you. It seems stupid, but what if you get raided in your room or someone steal something? Your hotel/venue burn down to the ground? (who knows). So yes, carry them with you. I always pack a water bottle and some snacks with me, as well as a small first-aid kit because you're never too careful. When you decide your destination, look at some touristic places, police building and hotel (use a generator to look for best price if you do take a hotel).

So yes.. it just depends where you are going I guess?? I'd love to join you tbh. I'm planning to go to France, England, Japan and Korea. I might do some more but there are fair enough for now.

Perhaps greece or italy or spain, to one of the smaller seaside towns? So not something party central like Ibiza and such. Would have to check out the weather though, can be mad warm but it isn't exactly tropical.

Check out South Korea perhaps? :) It doesn't take more than a couple of hours to learn to read the language, and you'll run into tons of English speakers in the cities, just in case you end up needing them. There's a lot of culture packed into a relatively small country, and a lot of things can be done for free (or for very cheap). Seoul is also one of the shopping meccas of the world, imho! And the food? OH MY. I also know of a fantastic Australian pie shop that I recommend to everyone going to Seoul, if they're looking for something less Asian ;P

More than anything, though, it's a very safe place too; while I would never say it's without its dangers, I, personally, never felt nor found myself in any troubles there.

New York City! Stay in the Times Square or theater district area, or even the area of dumbo in Brooklyn, or east village. ☺️

Southern Spain is awesome! There is a lot to do and see and it's beautiful there. I was there for 9 days and I didn't have any problems. I was with a group but the tour guide said he would recommend it to younger women who like to travel.

Obviously stick with the general safety rules: don't walk along at night, never get in a car other than a marked taxi, leave detailed contact info with your family.

Also, I've never been to the French Polynesia, but I've heard/seen great things. And you are much closer to it. If I lived so close it, I'd go there every chance I could just from the pictures.

I would also recommend looking into singles cruises. Chances are you can meet some new people and make new friends. Personally, I'm the single one of all my friends, so I've been thinking of looking into one. Not necessarily to meet a guy but to make some new friends

I'd say, don't go to Japan unless you speak/understand Japanese. I've been to Japan and pretty much nobody spoke even a little English, except Hilton's staff.

The Netherlands. Most welcome place in Europe :)

A less touristy, more rural/natural place where people live rather than just visit. Get a good feel of human value in places in the world where people don't spend all their time and energy on making more money.

Traveling alone as a girl is always a shot in the dark. Airbnb is pretty great in the US if you find a family or host that looks trustworthy. I'd also recommend researching public trans and taxi service wherever you decide on beforehand.

If you're thinking Southern California, LA has a lot of fun things to do, but public transportation is terrible, and getting stuck anywhere alone at night is not a good idea. If you're willing to skip LA, try San Diego. Very nice beaches, good warm weather at this time of year, and most of the attractions can be reached along their public rail line. I love visiting places like the USS Midway, Old Town, and the Gaslamp Quarter. Also, Southern California has a ton of smaller beach cities all along the coast if you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation in a smaller town and don't mind skipping the regular SoCal tourist stops.

I would avoid Times Square unless you have to be there for a show or for transit reasons tbh. Or unless it's your first time visiting New York.

I think you'd have a good time staying at a beach resort, maybe somewhere in Polynesia since you'd be flying out of New Zealand? Would somewhere in Australia be a good choice or is that not foreign enough? A cruise might be an option too.

, I just spent June in Scotland. Totally safe for a lone female traveler, lovely weather, good food, great people and interesting history and arts. August is the height of the festival season too!

I spent most of my time in Edinburgh, but can highly recommend Rabbie's whistlestop tours. I took a 12-hour tour of the western highlands and was really pleased by it- they're small buses with no more than 16 people!

Thank you for your advice guys ❤. I still haven't made up my mind if/where I will go, but I love reading your recommendations. So many places to see!!

You could try Singapore - it's a 10 hour flight from New Zealand, thereabouts. It's popular with tourists due to low level crime plus a comprehensive public transport system (with a mall literally nearby or at every station/stop). Some of the popular attractions include Gardens by the Bay (which is really impressive) and Marina Bay Sands (within walking distance to Gardens by the Bay and also has a casino & theatre). Majority of the people speak semi-fluent and fluent English so there won't be problems with communication.

I went to France when I was 19. Paris was a little overwhelming at first but it's not too bad if you stick to well known areas and know enough french to order food at a restaurant (I often left the tourist areas for meals to escape the massive summer crowds). Once I got outside the city - I spent a lot of time traveling between small towns in the countryside - I was fine. Most of the people I met were friendly and helpful.

I have heard great things about the scenic train tours that go through France, Switzerland, etc, though I have never been one myself. If I ever go back to that area, I will look into taking one. Perhaps something like that would interest you?

Just keep your wits about you and you'll be fine. I was not the most outgoing person in the world and I managed it. Plus, when you are away from home you'll surprise yourself. I believe that sometimes you just have to let go and leave home to find it. I learned a lot about myself when I was traveling solo and have become a more outgoing person because of it.

I've never been too many places by myself, but I've known different girls who traveled to Scotland by themselves and they all had a great time. Britain was also wonderful to explore. I don't think we ever got North of Oxford, but even so there were so many unique little towns to keep us entertained. You just have to watch your wallet in London! There are some very skilled pickpockets, though that can happen in any big city.

I'd really like to see Germany or some of the Nordic countries or the Netherlands someday too- they seem like interesting places. If you look up safe places for solo female travelers, the Nordic countries will always be on the list. Thailand shows up a lot too, which should have more of that warm weather you're looking for. c:

Cruises and resorts are also safe options if you just want to get away but not necessarily roam around a country (which can definitely be more fun with another person). If you're not very particular on where you go, I would personally try to choose a country where my currency was strong.

I went to Scotland this past winter to a little mountain town called Aviemore. It is nestled beneath the Cairngorm Mnt. The town is very nice and I always felt safe. The pubs have awesome food (the locals there were great to talk to and drink with), the Mountain is GORGEOUS. Skiing might be available depending on the season but even if it isn't it is worth the trip to go there anyways. There is also a nice little brewery there that gives tours. You can also go Visit the city on Inverness or take a trip out to a lot of more or less local areas. I would recommend going between March and December? if you want to do more than the mountain. A lot of things we though were interesting were closed in January.

If you end up there and go the brewery, try to do your tour with James. He was really fun and informative.