Friends. Most of us have them and they enrich our lives. However, we are not always with our friends. For example, when on a solo trip, there comes a time when you want to meet new people. Go out to dinner or a stroll on the beach with another human being or even a group.
So how do you make this happen? I’m socially awkward so making friends doesn’t come easily to me.
Recently, I was lucky enough to be approached by a fellow solo traveler while walking on the beach in Kenya. We started chatting only to discover that we had so much in common.
The next day we made arrangements to go hiking together. The German picked me up in a motorbike. It was my first time riding! I was the passenger and I loved it. The breeze and the excitement of trying something new were enough to make me want to ride some more.
The mini-hike was good. We had coffee afterwards before going our separate ways. I must say I enjoyed the encounter, but I know I would not have initiated it… I struggle to approach strangers. Could I blame my mother for teaching me not to talk to strangers?
Anyway, as my solo adventure continues, I’d like to have many experiences like the one I had with the German. I know I have to be proactive and that’s the scary part.
Any tips on how to make friends when traveling solo? Hit me up on the comments section.
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