Solo travel can be exhilarating and life-changing. And, also, daunting. Here's how to take that first step. 1. Travel solo only if you are up for it A dear friend of mine traveled solo once and was miserable. She retreated into a shell and remembers that as the worst holiday she has taken. And, she was in France. Travelling solo for the first time can appear scary. Hell, travelling solo anytime can be daunting and I don't mean to dissuade anyone. Travel demands precious time