There was a time when the idea of jetting off alone raised eyebrows. Fast-forward to 2025, and it seems that traveling solo is no longer a back-up plan—it’s the plan. According to a new Travelzoo survey, 28% of Brits now prefer to holiday alone. Whether it’s a city break in Lisbon, a foodie trip to Rome, or simply switching off in Santorini, solo travel is firmly on the rise. And yes, it’s finally chic.
Why Brits Are Going Solo
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Self-treating – 47% admit they’re simply indulging themselves (and rightly so).
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Seeking new experiences – 31% are using solo trips to step outside their comfort zones.
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Reflection time – 29% value the space to switch off and reset.
The pandemic taught us the luxury of time and autonomy. Solo travel is that luxury, repackaged into an adventure.
The Perennial Challenge: The Single Supplement
The elephant in the room? Cost. Solo travellers often end up paying more for the privilege. But 2025 is already seeing better deals: Scenic and Uniworld cruises are slashing supplements, making solo cruising suddenly… reasonable.
Best Short-Haul Escapes for Brits in 2025
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City breaks: Amsterdam, Porto, Barcelona.
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Beach stays: Santorini, Corfu, Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast.
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Foodie tours: Tuscany, San Sebastián, Lyon
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to travel alone, this is it. Book the ticket, claim the window seat, and remember—you’re not traveling alone, you’re traveling with yourself.
