Solo travel vs group travel — what actually works better in real life?
Honestly, this question popped into my head after my last trip. A few years ago I did a solo trip through Eastern Europe and loved the freedom — waking up whenever, changing plans last minute, no compromises. But recently I went on a group trip with friends, and while it was fun, I noticed how much time went into agreeing on restaurants, routes, and even simple things like when to leave the hotel. Now I’m planning another vacation and can’t decide which way to go. For those who’ve tried both, what do you think works better long term, not just for one-off trips?
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From my experience, it really depends on what you expect from the trip and where you’re going. I’ve done both styles multiple times, and each taught me something different. When I traveled alone, I became way more confident and open to talking with strangers, but group trips gave me shared memories I still laugh about years later. I recently read Solo Travel Vs Group Travel: Pros and Cons and it actually summed this up pretty well — solo travel gives flexibility and self-growth, while group travel adds safety and social energy. I usually decide based on mood now: solo when I need a reset, group when I want connection.