City Guides
Colonial Brick and River Walkways: Why Providence is New England’s Solo Cultural Gem
Providence does not act like a sleepy New England backwater. Intact 18th-century colonial homes line the steep brick…
Contributor
Bryan Wolfe
Bryan Wolfe spent years traveling the world on someone else's schedule. Then he became an empty nester, reclaimed his passport, and hasn't looked back. Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Bryan has sailed on some of the world's largest cruise ships, wandered through Europe on his own terms, and developed a firm belief that the best solo travel years don't start until your fifties. He founded GoingSolo.Life to build the resource he wished had existed when he started — honest, practical, and written for travelers who know exactly what they want. He's also a Fora-certified travel advisor, which means he can help you plan the trip, not just inspire it.
Writing by Bryan Wolfe
City Guides
The Best European Rail Passes for Solo Travelers in 2026: The Complete Guide
There is arguably no better feeling as a solo traveler than walking onto a European train platform with…
City Guides
River Rapids and Historic Brick: Why Richmond Rewards the Solo Explorer
Richmond does not run away from its complex Southern past. Class IV river rapids rush directly through the…
City Guides
How to Plan a Solo Trip to Europe Using Only GoingSolo.Life Guides
Here’s a challenge: what if you never opened another travel site, never scrolled another “Top 10 Things to…
Travel Strategy
Affordable Solo Travel in the US: Practical Options for Smart Budgeting
Traveling solo gives you unmatched freedom. However, you face one major hurdle: paying 100% of the lodging, rental…
City Guides
Dark Skies and High-Elevation Pines: Why Flagstaff Rewards the Solo Mountain Explorer
Flagstaff defies typical sun-baked Arizona stereotypes. Towering ponderosa pines carpet an alpine plateau at 7,000 feet. The volcanic…
Regional
Top US Destinations for Solo Travelers: Where to Go for Walkability, Culture, and Ease
Choosing the right destination makes all the difference for an independent U.S. trip. The best spots for solo…
City Guides
Roman Stone and Timber Snickelways: Why York is England’s Finest Solo Historic Journey
York does not skim over its two thousand years of layered history. Imposing medieval stone walls encircle a…
City Guides
Red Tiles and Coastal Breezes: Why Santa Barbara is the Solo Traveler’s California Haven
Santa Barbara does not feel like typical sprawling Southern California. Whitewashed adobe walls, red-tile roofs, and hand-painted Spanish…
Safety & Planning
Best Tips for Traveling Alone: Practical Safety and Planning Strategies
Solo travel is one of the most empowering ways to see the world. It hands you the keys…