Adventurous spirits can hop in their cars and take off where they please -- and being single only gives them more control over where they go. If you prefer to join a group, TrekAmerica has plenty of treks that cater to singles. According to TrekAmerica website, four in five TrekAmerica travelers are single and solo. May through September, it hosts Americana camping road trips from New York to San Francisco, specifically for travelers between the ages of 18 and 38. These trips feature both beautiful and wacky spots, including a boat cruise at Niagara Falls and the UFO Museum at Roswell, New Mexico.
If you want to meet other single people, either to make new friends or find a partner, buy a ticket for a singles cruise. Taking off on the sea is a popular way for singles to travel; it's also a sure way to leave behind ex-partners and emotional baggage for a while. Even if you join a regular cruise, chances are it will welcome you as a solo vacationer. Assistant editor Rita M. Ippoliti at CruiseMates, a website devoted to cruise travel, recommends Holland America cruises for people traveling alone. The cruises have singles mixers, trivia contests and exercise classes for singles to get involved and meet new people. On the other hand, a cruise is also a great place to spend time by yourself, lounging in the sun and catching up on your reading.
Frommer's recommends Club Med Turkoise, an adults-only holiday destination on the Caribbean island of Providenciales. It is a beachside resort, with plenty of opportunities to sunbathe or swim. The resort also hosts group cardio tennis lessons, as well as snorkeling and sailing classes. The area is famous as a diver's dream destination, so grab a waterproof camera and take a dive to view rare coral reefs. If you've never been diving before, you can pay for SCUBA lessons at the resort. If you prefer to take it easy, the resort also has several restaurants and bars, many of them outdoors. Consider booking a massage at the end of the day.
If you want to travel someplace exotic, an African safari is a fun way to get away from the familiar. Spot rare animals, including cheetahs and antelope, that you've only been able to watch on the Discovery Channel before. Safaris4Singles.com has group safaris for individuals traveling by themselves. It's a fun way to meet fellow adventurers, discuss travel and share an unforgettable experience -- whether you stay friends, fall in love or just enjoy your brief holiday together. The website also features group tours for single seniors over age 50, though people who are wise at heart are welcome to join too.
