Solo Travel: Your Own Travel Squad

Posted on by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

Going solo doesn’t mean you’re on your own!

your own travel squad

Ever wonder why pairs always seem to get the perks? “Couples” discounts? Two-for-ones? Buy one, get one free? How about a reward for those who go their own way?

solo. nolo. yolo!

In a recent survey conduct by Globus Family of Brands, it was discovered that nearly 30% of travelers are planning to go solo on their next vacation. If you’re planning on going solo on your next vacation, touring is the best way to go solo!

Going solo doesn’t mean you’re on your own! Touring provides the perfect balance of solo, YOLO and nolo (on your own, but never alone!) experiences. No headaches. No hassles. Just hand-picked hotels and help from expert guides plus perfectly planned itineraries, balancing must-see sights with on-your-own exploration.

If you’re going solo, here are three ways to save on your next getaway:

1. Globus waives the single supplement on most of their off-season Escapes, providing you thinner crowds and thicker wallets!

2. Cosmos Tours has waived the single supplement on 15 of their tours across the globe!

3. Single supplements are waived on the cruise portion of select Europe & Mekong River cruises with Avalon Waterways. (LIMITED AVAILABILITY–BOOK EARLY!)

1. escapes by globus

With Escapes by Globus, you’ll lose the crowds and find the best travel deals during the off-season! Escapes by Globus offers more elbow room at the world’s most iconic sites, leaving more time to explore for less. Cooler weather, smaller crowds, and better deals during the off season lets you discover the world without the rest of the world! Solo travelers can take advantage of select tours without a single supplement charge (based on availability–so let’s book early!).  Here are just a few of the many off-season escapes that Globus currently offers:

  • Cairo & Alexandria Escape from $1,399
  • America’s Canyonlands from $1,719
  • Costa Rica Escape from $999
  • Bella Italia Escape from $2269
  • Welsh Escape with London from $1,399
  • Peru Escape with Nazca Lines from $2522
  • and many more!

2. Cosmos

Explore the world. find yourself!

Set your adventurous spirit free, and go farther with the freedom to roam, renew, and rediscover your place in new destinations—at your own pace. Solo travel gives you carte blanche to go when you want and where you want while getting to know yourself through new places, faces, and experiences. And it’s this freedom to experience the world on your own terms that makes solo travel one of the fastest-growing travel styles today. 

But traveling solo doesn’t have to mean you’re on your own. Providing the perfect balance of solo and YOLO, Cosmos handles the planning, logistics, and details, plus on-site expert guides backed by nearly a century of global travel expertise across a global support network. What does that mean for you? All the freedom with none of the headaches or hassles of planning on your own—just hand-picked hotels, must-see sites, and much-needed free time. All you have to do is pack your bags and follow your passions to unpack new discoveries about yourself and the world along the way. Here are a few of the Cosmos tours that have waived the single supplements:

  • Rome, Florence & Venice from $1,199
  • Ontario & French Canada from $1,580
  • Paris, Normand & the Loire from $1,749
  • The Lone Star State to the French Quarter from $2,424
  • And many more!

3. Avalon Waterways

Set your adventurous spirit free by sailing solo on an Avalon Waterways river cruise. Avalon Waterways celebrates solo cruisers by waiving the single supplement on most Europe departures and select sailings on the Mekong in Southeast Asia.

Join other solo cruisers who choose to travel solo and discover diverse destinations while weaving along the world’s wondrous waterways. When you go solo, Avalon Waterways’ Cruise Directors and expert Local Guides will be on-hand to help you turn big dreams into even bigger (and better) memories.  And, speaking of dreams, Avalon reserves staterooms for each departure to accommodate solo travelers, including their award-winning Panorama SuitesSM with unmatched views – unlike other river cruise operators who limit your cabin choices. Here are a few itinerarires:

  • A Taste of the Danube from $1,299
  • Romantic Rhine from $3,558
  • Bugundy & Provence for Wine Lovers from $3,599
  • Mekong Discovery from $3,429
  • Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River from $5,064

solo? so go!

Solo travelers interested in taking advantage of this special, limited-time offer, should book early and add incredible to your calendar! Some of the tours listed have limited availability with no single supplements, the best way to save is to book early!

Travel encourages us to invest in ourselves. To become better people. To enjoy the many wonders of the world. And for just $250 down, you can enjoy the promise of uplifting experiences across the globe. Lock-in your next, best vacation and anticipate more “wow” in the world in 2024 or 2025!

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Published by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

Hi, I’m Kenneth Reece — and I help make unforgettable vacations feel effortless. With 50 cruises under my belt (and more in the works!), I specialize in bucket-list travel experiences for grown-up travelers who want something a little more meaningful, a little more personal, and a lot more fun. Whether you're cruising the blue waters of the Caribbean, exploring the stunning coastlines of Alaska, or soaking in the magic of Europe one cobblestone street at a time — I’m here to help you plan a trip you’ll always remember. Lately, river cruising has completely captured my heart. There’s just something special about waking up each morning in a new European town, with your floating boutique hotel waiting to take you to the next charming stop. I love pairing these river cruises with guided land tours for a perfect balance of sightseeing and relaxation. Princess Cruises has long been one of my favorites at sea, but I’ve sailed with many cruise lines and know how to match each client with the right one for them. I’ve also experienced the Disney magic around the world — from Disneyland and Walt Disney World to Tokyo and Paris — and I bring that same sense of wonder and thoughtful planning into everything I do. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, traveling solo, or just need help making sense of all the choices out there, I’m here to be your guide. I love helping clients as much — or as little — as they prefer. From the first conversation to the moment you return home, you’ll know someone has your back. Let’s make your next trip easy, exciting, and completely tailored to you.