I was nervous to take a solo excursion on vacation. The experience turned out to be one of my favorite travel memories.

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Amanda poses in the desert in Morocco.
During a trip to Morocco, I took an excursion by myself.

Amanda Shammas

I've taken solo trips to more than 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without

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I've traveled to a lot of countries on my own, and I have a few must-pack travel essentials I take on every trip.

Nicole Jordan

I took a solo trip to Japan in my 20s. My experience traveling there alone as an English-speaking woman astonished me.

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I went to Japan by myself in my 20s. My experience as an English-speaking solo female traveler there surprised me in many ways.

Jodie Hughes

I upgraded my Amtrak seat to a 23-square-foot roomette by bidding $110. Here's what the 15-hour train ride was like.

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Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train passing through San Clemente Train Station
After an upgrade, I spent 15 hours in a roomette aboard Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited.

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I thought traveling and living in a van by myself would be scary. Instead, it's restored my faith in humanity.

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I was scared to do van life solo, but a lot of positive interactions while on the road has given me faith in humanity.

Sydnee Chapman

I've traveled long distances alone by train, plane, and ship. Here are my top 10 tips for solo travel.

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Business Insider's reporter travels solo on overnight trains, cruise ships, and long-haul flights.

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I passed out at 4 a.m. in my bathroom. 3 months later, I decided to walk 73 miles across Spain to conquer my anxiety.

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Shirin Ahmadi smiling with sunglasses on in Spain.
Shirin Ahmadi smiling in front of Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the endpoint of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.

Shirin Ahmadi

8 things I learned when I sailed solo on my first cruise, from how to meet people to having to pay a 'single supplement'

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Business Insider's reporter traveled solo during her first cruise on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas.

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I've traveled solo to every major US national park. These 7 are my favorite hidden gems.

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Emily, wearing sunglasses, a green tank top, black leggings, and a flannel around her waist, stands in front of New River Gorge Bridge.
In my opinion, New River Gorge is one of the best lesser-known US national parks.

Emily Hart

I lived alone for 6 weeks before moving in with my boyfriend. It completely changed my outlook on our relationship.

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Living alone before moving in with my partner helped me grow and learn valuable lessons about myself.

Bridgette Ugarte

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