2019’s best solo trips

FLASH PACK

THIS ‘tribe of solo adventurers’ is designed for travellers aged 30-49, all at a similar stage in life.

You are matched with a like-minded, same-sex roommate and added to a WhatsApp group, to get to know fellow ‘flashpackers’ beforehand; 95 per cent are solo travellers, and most are single. flashpack.com

EXPLORE!

THIS has options for over30s, over-50s or over-60s singles holidays, with paces to suit all ability levels. Choose from more than 600 trips to more than 130 countries, such as walking and cycling in Europe or guided trips in Africa and Asia. Average group size is 12. explore.co.uk

SOLOS

OFFERS singles holidays for the over-50s, at three and

four-star hotels. Walk or trek, keep active on a tennis or golf holiday, let loose on a dance weekend, or soak up the glamour at a black-tie ball. Tailored to suit a mix of abilities. solosholidays.co.uk

FRIENDSHIP TRAVEL

IDEAL for first-time midlife solo travellers, with over-40s and over-50s trips. Build confidence with a one-night trip, such as a dinner ball, then try a city break or a longer adventure.

‘Friendship Houseparties’, where everyone stays in a big villa, with a private pool and chef, are also offered. Each package includes a ‘Friendship Host’. Voted Best Small Singles Tour Operator in the British Travel Awards between 2012 and 2018. friendshiptravel.com

SAGA

HAS 65 years of experience with over-50s. Packages include river/ocean cruises and ‘special interest’ holidays (art, history, birdwatching, gardening, music). travel.saga.co.uk