Yearly I write about the perfect locations for solo feminine travellers to journey to for that yr, however every year I really feel that the identical international locations appear to look. Whereas it’s nice that so many international locations stay among the finest locations for ladies, it additionally retains driving vacationers to the identical spots.
So this yr for 2026, I need to encourage you to journey someplace fully new and slightly bit completely different! Sure, Switzerland, and Singapore will at all times be on the record but it surely’s time for the massive names to maneuver over and make method for the others. Those that basically want our tourism.
So right here’s my record of the highest 10 rising locations 2026 for solo feminine travellers to go to this yr. And you might be fully forgiven you probably have by no means heard of them! (Listed in alphabetical order)
1. Anguilla
Seashore Lady in regards to the Globe, Island GatG
This Caribbean island is so under-rated! It has among the most gorgeous seashores I’ve ever seen. There isn’t an airport right here so it’s important to fly into St Martin (or St Maarten because it’s additionally identified as a result of it’s half-owned by the French and half-owned by the Dutch!) So I like to recommend staying a couple of nights on St Martin too! It isn’t actually an island to get together, extra to benefit from the ocean and take in the solar on white sands (particularly in Shoal Bay). It’s simple to rent a automotive and navigate your method round too.
Anguilla is: relaxed Caribbean, stunning seashores, low-key luxurious
Solo score – seasoned solo
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2. Bonaire
Journey GatG, Ocean GatG
When you’re heard of Aruba, Bonaire is correct subsequent door! It’s a part of the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao) and slightly gem within the Caribbean. It’s extra pure and laid again than Aruba and Curacao and what it lacks in vibrant buildings it makes up for in nature. You may see flamingos, desert landscapes, and expertise world-class snorkelling and diving straight from the shore. Plus, in case you’re a eager kite-surfer, that is the island to do it. And you’ll nonetheless discover the Dutch-Caribbean historical past that these 3 islands are identified for. It’s a great off-the-radar vacation spot for ocean solos.
Bonaire is: wild, untouched, eco-friendly
Solo score – seasoned solo
3. Brunei
Cultural GatG, Spiritual GatG
What’s nice about Brunei is which you could tag this distinctive little Kingdom onto your Asia journey as a stopover if you’re flying with Royal Brunei as you don’t want lengthy right here. Particularly if you’re heading to Borneo which is the neighbouring nation. Simply 2 or 3 nights is sufficient to get a style of the nation.
What Borneo presents is a historical past into oil within the area, boat rides to see the Proboscis monkeys (those with the massive nostril), and climbing towers for a rainforest view. In addition to stunning mosques and decadent museums. It’s an Islamic state in an unique location. One which I haven’t come throughout earlier than. One factor to notice is which you could’t drink or smoke within the nation so it’s possible you’ll need to skip this one from the record in case you do.
Brunei is: area of interest, cultural, sudden Borneo cease
Solo score – first time solo
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4. El Salvador
Browsing GatG
It is a nation that I haven’t personally visited but. Years in the past once I was in neighbouring Honduras, El Salvador was deemed too harmful to discover. Now, it’s experiencing an enormous comeback and it ranks one of many most secure international locations in Latin America (however you continue to have to be cautious right here as it’s Latin America).
Immediately, it’s well-liked with surfers, hikers and adventurous travellers for its volcano treks, black-sand seashores and vibrant colonial cities. It appears like a type of locations that’s simply beginning to step into the highlight and the sort of vacation spot you go to now earlier than everybody else catches on.
El Salvador is: vibrant, volcanic, untouristy.
Solo score – seasoned solo
5. Gibraltar
Historical past GatG
Not solely is Gibraltar so small which you could go to in a weekend but it surely’s additionally on the Spanish border making it simple to mix a visit to Spain with this attention-grabbing British territory. Recognized for its well-known rock and its resident monkeys, Gibraltar has a wealthy navy historical past and is an attention-grabbing mix of each Spain and England. It’s protected, simple to get round and what I really like is which you could even stroll throughout the runway! (When a airplane isn’t touchdown in fact). And on a transparent day, you may even see three international locations from the Skywalk.
You may go to a pure cave that was used as a hospital throughout WWII and be taught extra in regards to the historical past at O’Hara’s Battery or Nationwide Museum. Discover the fortress or admire art work from native artists, and study human evolution. Take a cable automotive to the highest of the rock for the views or simply lay on a sandy seashore. It’s additionally excellent for diving with 30 plus wrecks and reefs (and it’s possible you’ll even spot a dolphin too!)
Gibraltar is: historic, British-meets-Mediterranean tradition
Solo score – first time solo
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6. La Palma
Mountain climbing GatG, Volcano GatG
You’ve in all probability heard of Gran Canaria and Tenerife. Properly, La Palma is in the identical group of the islands; the Canaries. It’s one of many smallest lesser-known islands but it surely has simply as a lot nature as the massive guys. It’s the kind of island that draws the maturer solo, particularly in case you like climbing. It’s probably not identified for its get together environment (head to Tenerife for that). As a substitute it’s the place to loosen up, go to a small vineyard, hike a volcanic crater, see a blue lake, wander across the colonial outdated city, and emerge your self in nature. Plus, you may follow your Spanish too!
La Palma is: nature, climbing, volcanoes, gradual island life
Solo score – first time solo
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7. Oman
Heritage GatG, Nature GatG
Oman is one other vacation spot value including to your record for 2026. Not simply because it’s stunning (though it truly is breathtaking). It’s a type of uncommon locations that also feels splendidly untouched, the place you may drive for miles previous mountains and desert. I believe it’s a magical place that feels such as you’re stepping again in time. It’s such a rustic for heritage with conventional forts, historic souks, and UNESCO websites.
You may hike and swim in wadis and hidden swimming pools and lose your self in desert dunes. Oman persistently ranks as one of many safer locations to journey within the Center East, which is reassuring in case you’re heading out by yourself. When you’re craving house, nature and a slower tempo of journey, this is a perfect nation to go to.
Oman is: desert landscapes, heritage, protected Center East gem
Solo score – first time solo
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8. Palau
Cultural GatG, Diving GatG
In case you are in Australia or New Zealand, this Pacific island is very easy to journey to. (It’s also possible to attain there from Taiwan). It’s one of many cleanest islands that I visited within the Pacific and in addition the most secure. Palau is such an training in battle historical past within the Pacific and you’ll see relics remaining from WWII. There are greater than 340 islands right here so the snorkelling and diving listed here are world-class.
Palau is deeply rooted in custom and you’ll be taught in regards to the tradition and the roles of the clan and chiefs. Peleliu Island is an attention-grabbing island to go to with a lot historical past together with caves the place the Japanese troopers hid through the battle. When you’re on the lookout for a cultural, peaceable, clear vacation spot in Oceania, that is the one!
Palau is: pristine diving, conservation-led journey, Struggle historical past
Solo score – first time solo
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9. Sao Tome
Nature GatG
This Portuguese-speaking island on the continent of Africa, and I need to admit that I didn’t know the place it was till I really went there. Situated south of Angola (probably the most costly African international locations!) this attention-grabbing nation is made up of two islands. Sao Tome, and Principe.
What makes this nation so completely different is that if feels that the island of Sao Tome is split in half. Half has lush rainforests, while heading north? Has a extra arid really feel. And the capital has outdated colonial Portuguese buildings. However it isn’t actually a vacation spot for a first-timer. However in case you fancy someplace completely different and also you’re in Africa (there are direct flights from Angola) then look it up!
Sao Tome is: wild, volcanic, distant, eco-adventure.
Solo score – seasoned solo
10. Sierra Leona
Historical past GatG
All I knew about this African nation earlier than I visited was what I had seen depicted on the film, Blood Diamond. I had no expectations and like anyplace the place you journey with an open thoughts, you’ve got the best possible experiences. Sierra Leone is among the friendliest international locations I’ve been to.
The locals are so intrigued that you’ve got travelled to their nation, and genuinely need to assist you to in case you get misplaced or discover out extra about you. You may go to a chimpanzee sanctuary, watch conventional dance on the Turtle Islands, and be taught in regards to the historical past on the Nationwide Museum. It’s a rustic that stays with you lengthy after you allow.
Sierra Leone is: uncooked, rebuilding, significant, neighborhood influence.
Solo score – seasoned solo
So there you go. My 10 rising locations for solo feminine travellers this yr. Every one has a unique really feel, and there’s one for you, it doesn’t matter what your consolation stage. Have I impressed you with any of those locations?