The top hidden-gem destinations to visit alone, according to a full-time solo traveler who's been to 43 countries

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Claire Sturzaker is a full-time solo traveler who shared the most underrated destinations she's visited.

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I spent 3 nights in Asia's least visited country. It also turned out to be the most expensive.

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The author spent four days exploring Dili, the capital of Timor Leste.

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I've been to 25 countries. Here are 10 mistakes I wish I'd avoided when I first started traveling.

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I've traveled all over the world and have already checked 25 countries off my bucket list.

Dominique Mills

I've taken over 30 cruises by myself. I was lonely for a few until I realized I'd cracked the code for the perfect getaway.

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Many people go on solo cruises around the globe.

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An annual solo trip reminds me of who I am outside being a mom. Sometimes, I feel guilty for spending the time and money, but it's worth it.

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Tiffany Nieslanik takes an annual solo trip and always comes back to her family refreshed.

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I've been to all 50 states. I'm not in a rush to return to these 5, even though I liked visiting them.

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I've been to all 50 US states as a solo traveler.

Emily Hart

I've traveled to over 80 countries by myself. Here are 8 things I do to stay safe.

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I frequently travel to different countries by myself.

Latifah Al-Hazza

Traveling alone on a cruise could double the cost of your vacation — but this could soon change

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Solo cruise travelers booking double occupancy staterooms may be hit with a "single supplement" fee that could double the cost of the cruise vacation.

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I make up to $20,000 a month as a full-time traveler. I started posting my adventures on Instagram and have funded my way to 159 countries.

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Tom Grond in Nepal in 2018.

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