Prime Time with Bec Wilson Taking the plunge into solo travel
Jul 23, 2025
In this engaging discussion, travel industry veteran Fiona Dalton shares her insights on solo travel. She reveals that midlife changes boost solo travel interest and explores various travel formats, from cruises to small groups. Fiona emphasizes the importance of making connections solo and offers tips for overcoming the fear of dining alone. She also highlights the growing number of women embracing solo adventures and suggests must-visit destinations like the Norwegian fjords and French Polynesia. With practical advice and inspirational anecdotes, this chat is a solo traveller's dream.
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Solo Travel Is A Billion-Dollar Growth Market
- The solo travel market is huge and growing fast, worth around $500 billion today and projected to double by 2030.
- Fiona Dalton says major travel companies now prioritize solo travellers because of this rapid expansion.
Match Format To Personality
- Solo travel divides into clear formats: free independent travel, cruising, small-group adventures and larger specialist tours.
- Fiona Dalton highlights matching format to your personality and interests reduces loneliness and boosts connection.
Be The One To Say Hello
- Make the first move and introduce yourself to break the ice with fellow travellers.
- Fiona Dalton stresses that solos often must initiate conversation to form friendships on the road.
