Dont let the idea of travelling alone stop you from living out your dreams. Packed with tips and advice for before and during your travels, the Solo Travel Handbook gives you the confidence and know-how to explore the world on your own, whether youre planning a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or short city break. Developed with Lonely Planets expert travel writers, it explains how and why individual travel is such a valuable and rewarding experience. Covered topics include: Confront and overcome any travel worries Decide where to go and plan your itinerary Set a budget strategy and organise money Find deals on flights and accommodation Choose the right luggage and pack like a pro Meet fellow travellers and befriend locals Ensure you stay safe, happy and healthy We also rank the best destinations for road-tripping, food, nightlife, culture, island escapes and more, as well as how to fund your travels while youre away. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the worlds number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, weve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. Youll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Winner in Favorite Travel Guide category Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other. - New York Times Lonely Planet. Its on everyones bookshelves, its in every travellers hands. Its on mobile phones. Its on the Internet. Its everywhere, and its telling entire generations of people how to travel the world. - Fairfax Media (Australia)