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The Annoying Side Of Solo Travel

TRAVEL STORIES BY GABE
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7 min readOct 10, 2024

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Some of the best memories of my life happened when I traveled solo, and they all taught me a very valuable lesson: solo travel is a must — and addictive. It is one of the most empowering, life-changing, and unforgettable experiences of life. It may sound super scary at first for those who have never done it, but trust me, you won’t regret it once you try it.

However, though I believe there are countless reasons why solo travel is the best way to travel, I can’t deny that there are a few factors that make it less enjoyable at times. Here are some of the things I dislike most when it comes to solo travel.

Taking Pictures (Or should I say, asking strangers to take pictures of me)

Striking a pose in front of a stranger in Sweden. Photo by the author TRAVEL STORIES BY GABE

I’m extremely passionate about photography. I think there’s so much power in making a temporary moment eternal by capturing it on my camera. It’s one of the things I look forward to the most when I travel.

When my trip ends, I love going back to my photo albums and reliving the beautiful stories that…

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I am a slum boy from Brazil who visited 30+ countries. My moving stories will inspire you to achieve your travel dreams no matter where you come from