Solo travelling is ever increasing in popularity – and for good reason. Solo travel isn’t just about seeing a new destination – it’s also an inspiring form of self-care! Solo travel allows you to reconnect with yourself, whilst boosting your confidence and independence.
Did you know that solo travellers make up the majority of participants that sign up for our Charity Challenges? It’s a big step to take on a physical challenge in a far-off destination, with people you don’t know. But as so many of our participants are in the same boat, you will quickly find like minded individuals to connect with and share the experience. Many life long relationships have started in this way…
Our brave challengers love the sense of freedom and inspiration our excellent itineraries and group dynamics bring them. Read on to discover more reasons why solo travelling with Charity Challenge is a true act of self-care…
1. Build Confidence and Inner Strength
Whilst signing up for a Charity Challenge means you’ll have access to a wealth of information, tips and plans before your trip – how much work you put into your training and fundraising is ultimately up to you! With the summit or finish line in mind, you’ll start building self confidence from sign-up. At each milestone, you’ll see how far you’ve already come – and when it gets hard, you’ll be have the inner strength to know you can keep going!
2. Space to Reflect
Joining a challenge solo offers an escape from everyday life. By getting active outdoors, amidst beautiful UK or overseas landscapes, your mind will slow down, allowing you to process thoughts and refresh your mindset.
3. Prioritising You
Solo travel is all about consciously putting yourself first. By focusing on a challenge that will inspire and satisfy your soul, you’re guaranteed to come away feeling fulfilled.
4. Make Unexpected Connections
When travelling alone, you’re more open to making new connections with those in your group, the leaders and even the locals. Whilst being independent is great, human connection often elevates and enriches solo travel experiences.
5. Strengthen Your Self Reliance
Whilst Charity Challenges itineraries are designed with the highest attention to detail that makes your trip run smoothly – you’re still strengthening your self-guidance by joining us. By making the decision to sign up, raise money and get fit enough for your challenge – you’ve already committed to being the best version of you in so many ways!
6. Boost Your Mental and Emotional Well-Being
Choosing to sign up to a challenge and travel alone can boost your self esteem, as you’re doing something for yourself (and for a good cause!). Plus, all the exercise, fresh air and new cultural surroundings will help increase energy levels and feel-good endorphins!
7. Practicing Presence
Any travel, but particularly solo travel can really help you to become more present and mindful. For a short time on your challenge, the daily life distractions all fall away and you’re left to truly enjoy every moment.
Solo travel isn’t about being selfish or wanting to take control of plans – it’s about consciously putting yourself first, being present and rediscovering how much you actually believe in yourself!
Charity Challenge operate 100’s of varied challenges across the UK and overseas – from summiting Snowdon at Night under the stars to reaching the remains of Machu Picchu in Peru. Whether you’re looking for a weekend adventure or a life-changing expedition, there’s something for everyone.
If this ultimate act of self-care inspires you, why not check out our full range of Charity Challenges – and take that exciting first step to self-care…
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