Travel & Escapesβ€’28 Feb 2026β€’
Chloe Smith
@cloe.smh(Chloe Smith)

traveling alone sounds scary but kinda peaceful

Okay, so like, I've been seeing all these TikToks and IG reels about solo travel lately, and my brain is in a constant battle. On one hand, the thought of being completely alone in a new city or country? Terrifying. What if I get lost? What if something bad happens? What if I just get super lonely and regret it? 😩 BUT. On the other hand, the idea of just doing EXACTLY what I want, when I want, no compromises, no negotiating dinner spots, no trying to coordinate schedules... that sounds low-key incredible. Pure main character energy. A total mental reset. ✨ Is it really as scary as my anxiety brain makes it out to be, or is the peace worth the initial freak out? Anyone actually done it? Spill the tea! #SoloTravelDilemma #PeacefulButScary #MainCharacterVibes

Responses

Zio Tan
DO IT. Seriously, it's life-changing. I went to Iceland alone last year and it was the most freeing experience ever. You learn so much about yourself. Plus, you end up meeting so many cool people anyway! Don't let the fear hold you back. πŸš€ #NoRegrets #SoloTravelAdventures
Finn Reyes
Ngl, my thoughts exactly! My anxiety would be THROUGH THE ROOF but that feeling of ultimate freedom sounds like actual heaven. How do you even start planning something like that safely though? That's my biggest hang-up. 😬
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