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For more information Angie Orth’s blog about her yearlong solo trip: angieaway.com Betty Thesky’s podcast about travel: bettyinthesky.com
Travelling alone allows you to be selfish with your time and itinerary, choosing the sites you want to see.
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Where to stay
There’s an unwritten rule among travellers that asking a fellow traveller to dinner or drinks does not necessarily constitute a date.
Thesky recommends hostels and budget hotels for single travellers because they often have common areas where people can meet. Another resource is the website for Couchsurfing, which connects travellers to hosts with free informal lodging as well as offering options for simply meeting locals for coffee or a drink. “We all have a desire to get to know each other,” says Warkentin.
Know the health risks. Find out What You Need to Know Before You Go! Toronto Public Health inspects businesses that provide these services.
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