Solo For The Holidays? Treat Yourself To One Of These Last-Minute Trips
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It can be disheartening to find yourself alone for the holidays. But even if you’re flying solo this December, you too can join the cheerful celebrating crowds.
Instead of binge-watching Hallmark movies alone in bed, treat yourself to a last-minute solo adventure, whether domestic or abroad. In need of some trip inspiration? We’ve got ideas for any budget, whether you’re leaving from the East Coast, West Coast or smack dab in the Midwest. (Prices noted below were available at the time this story was published, but they could change fast – you know how holiday airfare is.)
From New York
They say a visit to Montreal is like going to Europe without the giant flight across the Atlantic.
For a city so close to the U.S., Mexico City is often overlooked as a tourist destination. Go for the culture, stay for the food.
We dream of Paris during all seasons, but the City of Lights is spectacular when it’s aglow from extra seasonal lanterns and tinsel.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom: $870
Cozy Edinburgh can be dreary in the summer too, so why not buy into the cloudy skies and enjoy the Scottish city in the winter?
From Chicago
Canada’s cities shine in the snow. There’s even a Harry Potter bar, which just seems right for a Christmas alone.
While everyone else is dreaming of snowfall, you can be relaxing on a white sand beach and drinking a margarita.
Do the holidays the Irish way. We’re thinking a pint in a pub with a roaring fire and thick wooly sweaters for souvenirs.
Remember all of our obsession’s with hygge? Well, you can experience it first hand. Denmark is where the tradition originated.
From Los Angeles
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico: $295
Leave Santa Monica behind and trade the tourist crowds for a nice resort retreat on a different kind of beach – quiet.
Vancouver has the hip Pacific Northwestern flare of Portland and Seattle, while also maintaining the metropolitan flavor of San Francisco.
Costa Rica’s capital city is within day-tripping distance of volcanic hikes, white water rafting or some pretty crazy ziplines.
Bustling Tokyo has both ultramodern architecture and historic temples, and don’t even get us started on the food.
We’re big fans of the solo travel life. But if you’re worried about spending your entire vacation alone, consider booking a hostel. You’re more likely to meet some other lone travelers there than at a five-star resort.
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