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Forbes
5 days ago
- General
- Forbes
How To Make Friends While Traveling Abroad, According To Solo Travelers
Friends Riding Bicycles In A City. Cycling in pedestrian zone and making selfie. Traveling solo has been steadily on the rise—it's the quickest and easiest way to get out and see the world without having to wait around for those back at home to be ready to join you. It can seem a bit daunting for those who prefer experiencing life in the company of others but meeting like-minded folks abroad is actually relatively easy if you make the effort—and those connections and memories made might just be the best part of your trip. 'A lot of travelers focus on ticking off sights. Nothing wrong with that. But if you're looking to make friends, focus more on shared experiences,' explained Harrison Alley, travel nomad, and founder of Student of Guitar. Here are some of the best ways to make connections while traveling or living abroad, according to solo travelers, digital nomads, and expats: 'This is the easiest way to make friends while traveling, because it will connect you with other solo travelers and/or like-minded travelers,' explained Katie Treharne, a 26-year-old travel blogger who documents her travels on Escape Artist Katie. 'Most of the time, I stay in private rooms in a hostel or co-living and socialize at breakfast—the best place to make plans for the day—or organized events like hikes, tours and lunches. Of course, staying in a dormitory makes meeting people even easier; there are plenty of opportunities to get talking when you're staying within arm's reach of each other.' 'I have joined WhatsApp groups for digital nomads and expats that run community events, as well as location-specific WhatsApp groups and more niche community groups such as LGBTQ+ backpackers, yoga groups, hiking groups, and even ice bath groups,' said Treharne. 'You can almost always find links to WhatsApp groups by searching for community groups on Facebook, and others have been provided to me through friends at hostels/hotels.' 'This is one idea that I haven't tried myself – but I've met handfuls of people who swear by using Bumble for Friends to connect with other solo travelers,' explained Treharne. 'Your location automatically updates when you arrive abroad. A good thing about Bumble friends is that you can swipe right on profiles for people with similar interests, so it's automatically easier to 'find your tribe'.' 'In my opinion, putting in effort to maintain your relationships is the most overlooked part of making and maintaining friendships while solo traveling. Many people meet someone once, and that's it,' explained Treharne. 'If I genuinely connect with someone, I make it my priority to get their WhatsApp number or social media profile. Then, I keep in regular contact, whether it's a quick text to ask where they are/how they are doing, or replying to Instagram stories.' 'Carrying a guitar while traveling is a conversation starter without saying a word. I've had strangers stop me in parks, hostel lobbies, and train stations, just to ask what I play or if I'll play something,' said Alley. 'Sometimes we trade songs. Other times, we just sit and listen. Either way, it opens a door. It cuts through the surface stuff and lets you connect right away on something shared.' Alley also pointed out that while not everyone travels with an instrument, everyone has something. Maybe it's photography. Maybe you're into cooking. Maybe you're just really good at asking questions and listening. Whatever it is, use it. Shared interests are the quickest bridge between 'Hi' and 'Hey, let's hang out.' 'Another thing that helps is showing up in the right kinds of places. I look for open mic nights, record stores, jam sessions, or local music meetups,' said Alley. 'Even if you're just showing up to listen, you're stepping into a space where people are already wired to connect. There's no pressure to be outgoing—you're just joining in something that's already happening.' 'Now that we're based in Vietnam, social media has played a large role in making friends,' explains Rachel Howze, digital nomad and founder of Travwell. 'Just this week, I'm meeting a new friend I connected with on Instagram for a lantern-making class because she's in my town.'
Boston Globe
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Free events this week: Film noir, Rowes Wharf HIIT, and Boston's best margarita
WORK IT Looking for a sweat-inducing pick-me-up to kick off the week? The Greenway Conservancy offers free exercise classes on the Rowes Wharf Plaza lawn to get the blood pumping on Mondays. Starting strong with a HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) class, participants will roll out their mats for an energizing workout. Later in the evening, cool down with a yoga class focused on a slower, strengthening approach to movement. Mondays at 5:30 & 6:15 p.m. Rowes Wharf Plaza, Atlantic Ave & High St. REEL MOODY Film noir, defined by its shadowed and smoky visage, has become a lost art amongst the vibrant, saturated movies of today. But cinephiles and movie lovers (there's a distinction there) alike can take a look back at an Old Hollywood genre of mystery and cynicism at the BPL's screening of the 1951's 'His Kind of Woman.' The movie stars Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell, with a supporting role by Raymond Burr, whom the BPL is celebrating with a series of his films this month. May 20, 1-2:45 p.m. 646 East Broadway. Advertisement The Boston Public Quartet will be celebrating female composers at their "A Radical Welcome: Source Code" program. (Veronica Bain) Veronica Bain Advertisement RAISE THE SOUND Many say all good things come in three, but with music, sometimes more means merrier. Thursday night, the Boston Public Quartet will perform their newest program, 'A Radical Welcome: Source Code,' an exploration of compositions by five women, at the Strand Theatre in Uphams Corner. Performing will be Betsy Hinkle and Grant Houston playing the violin, Jason Amos on the viola, Nicholas Johnson playing the cello, and Joy Cline Phinney on piano. May 22, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Strand Theater, 543 Columbia Rd. ALLSTON AMPLIFIED Thanks to Boston's local music scene, a quiet Thursday night can be filled with energetic instrumentals and powerful vocals. At Zone 3, a creative space in Allston, attendees can experience a free spring concert full of local talent, including May 22, 7 p.m. 267 Western Ave. BUDDY UP In the olden days, friends connected through conversation and ingenuity rather than Instagram DMs and Bumble for Friends. Let's face it — it's But, inspired by its upcoming musical comedy, 'Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York),' the American Repertory Theater is hosting a speed- friending event. Attendees will pair up with a prompt — giving each duo three minutes to introduce themselves and discuss. Sheets of paper will be given out, encouraging participants to jot down notes about their new acquaintances. Later, two lucky attendees/potential BFFs will win tickets to 'Two Strangers'. May 23, 5:30-7 p.m. 21+ Aeronaut Allston, 267 Western Ave. Advertisement FAS HION FOR THE PEOPLE Most might only dream of attending a Fashion Week runway show, but if you've ever fantasized about front rows and flashing lights, you might come close at a showcase of local talent. Artisans Asylum's May 24, 3-6 p.m. 96 Holton St. 19bargain - Bar regulars can become critics this Sunday at Time Out Market's "Best Margarita in Fenway" competition. (Paige Harding) Paige Harding TEQU ILA SUNSHINE Margaritas — whether frozen, on the rocks, in a can, we won't judge — make a great handheld for many summer occasions, but which local watering hole serves the best? Time Out Market's Best Margarita in Boston competition aims to find out. A variety of margs will be available during this sample sip-off, featuring the likes of Eastern Standard, backbar, and both Lolita locations, as well as many others. Attendees will be tasked with taste-testing and voting on which recipe reigns supreme. May 25, 1-5 p.m. 401 Park Dr. 21+ Deals & steals POL ISH PERKS Town Nails has long-painted the town red — and pink and beige and blue — with its multiple manicure studios from Back Bay to the North End. To celebrate the soft opening of its newest location in Milton, the salon is offering a 20% discount on all services, including manis, pedis, and all of the above. Through May 23. 1 Central Ave., Milton. Advertisement Send info on free events and special offers at least 10 days in advance to . Marianna Orozco can be reached at
