A Solo Christmas Holiday in Seville 2024

On Christmas Eve of last year, I picked up my backpack and embarked on a six day solo journey to Seville, Spain.

Some might call me crazy for traveling alone on Christmas—a time traditionally spent with family and friends. Why are you alone during the holidays? Aren’t you lonely? These questions kept coming from different people.

But no, I’m not lonely. Solo travel doesn’t automatically mean loneliness, does it? I think we often confuse solitude with loneliness. They are two entirely different things. Being alone doesn’t mean feeling lonely. In fact, you can be surrounded by family, friends, or even a partner and still experience loneliness. But don’t worry, I’m not here to give a lecture on that—maybe another time!

Back to my story. I’ve spent almost four years in the UK basically exploring just countries (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) and the cities within the UK; however, I haven’t visited another European country 🤫. Not because I didn’t want to, but because I believed I couldn’t do it alone. Yet, deep down, I longed to explore the world—even on a budget. I know some of you can relate. Maybe you’re waiting for that perfect girls’ trip, a group getaway, or even a significant other to travel with. I get it. That was me, too.

Until one day, I decided enough was enough. I wasn’t going to keep waiting. I was going to take the leap and start exploring—solo. And what better way to prove I could do it than by spending Christmas in a foreign country, away from familiar faces? If I could survive that, then surely, nothing was stopping me from solo traveling at any time of the year.

So, I booked my trip, packed my bags, and set off on this exciting adventure. And let me tell you—it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!

Traveling solo teaches you so much about yourself. It pushes you out of your comfort zone, makes you more independent, and allows you to fully immerse yourself in new cultures. Seville, with its breathtaking architecture, lively streets, and warm atmosphere, was the perfect place to start my solo journey.

Of course, solo travel does require some planning. You need to have a solid itinerary but also allow room for flexibility. It’s a balance between having a plan and embracing spontaneity.

So, if you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to travel solo—this is your sign. Don’t let the fear of being alone hold you back. Take that leap, explore the world, and create unforgettable memories. You never know what incredible experiences await you until you go for it!

Would I do it again? Absolutely. And next time, it might not just be for Christmas! 😉

Watch out for my next blog, where I explore the amazing places, I visited during my trip to Seville!