“From Scenic Views to Psychological Wreck: One Passenger’s Chilling Journey Off the Rails”
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Traveling solo can feel daunting, but it’s also an incredibly rewarding experience
This traveler’s misadventure certainly calls for a round of sympathies, but it’s worth admitting that even the most meticulous among us aren’t immune to making mistakes while on the road. To offer some advice on avoiding similar pitfalls, Bored Panda spoke with Ioana, the author of The Solo Travel in Style Blog.
Born and raised in Romania, Ioana spent 14 years living in New York City before returning to her home country. Now in her 30s, she’s a seasoned solo female traveler who has embraced the joys—and challenges—of exploring the world on her own. Traveling alone means being extra careful and planning thoroughly to avoid unexpected 17-hour detours. Even so, Ioana admits that her first solo experience wasn’t without its nerves.
“The first time I traveled solo, I went to Paris for my birthday!” she told us. “I was excited but also scared. There were so many thoughts running through my head: Will I be safe? Will I enjoy this trip even though I’m by myself? Will people judge me for traveling solo? So many emotions!”
“But instead of canceling the trip—a thought that crossed my mind multiple times—I did it scared,” she added. “And it turned out to be such a great decision.”
Ioana spent her time in Paris walking around, savoring delicious food, and visiting all the iconic landmarks she had only read about before. “It was spectacular,” she said. As soon as she returned home, she booked another solo journey.
