Best solo travel destinations 2025-2026

The perfect marriage of a beachy paradise and picturesque sea town with a lush exterior, Puerto Vallarta’s diverse destination has something to satisfy every one of your travel desires – even if it’s a vacation for singles! Bask along the sparkling shores of Bay of Banderas, try out some nature activities like horseback rides and diving trips, or explore the scenic downtown area, from the Malecón to the local art scene and nightlife.

Here, you’ll encounter some of the warmest people in the Caribbean and numerous guided excursions courtesy of NexusTours.com that will take you to the iconic Damajagua Waterfalls, Sosua Bay by sea or to local communities to learn the Dominican way of life. Iconic spots like Umbrella Street will be packed with tourists, so you're bound to find like-minded folk in one of the best places to travel alone!

Got beaches on your mind? Varadero is for you. Get that vitamin D on one of the most famous stretches of sand in the Caribbean or get in some vitamin sea during various water sports. When you’re not catching rays and waves, explore Cuba’s surrounding cities like Trinidad, Santa Clara and Havana on an organized day trip, with pick-up and drop off right at your hotel. It’s really that easy to fly solo.

Jamaica’s island paradise stands out for its natural beauty and rich culture – no duh. From the legendary shores of Seven Mile Beach to the tumbling cascades of Dunn’s River Falls and the majestic peaks of the Blue Mountains, this destination is without a doubt one of the best places to travel solo in the tropics. Plus, you wouldn’t pass up the opportunity to visit the home of Bob Marley, would you?