Solo travel is not just about travelling alone, ‘it's an adventure into the depths of self-discovery and empowerment’. Picture: Unsplash

The prospect of freedom and uninhibited exploration are some of the biggest influences in the solo-travel trend.

According to a survey of female solo travellers, 46% said that the feeling of freedom and independence drives their decision to travel alone. Another 22% said they don’t want to wait around for other people, while 15% of respondents claim that solo travel is a way to challenge themselves and gain confidence.

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