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If you have been on the internet, we’re sure you have started getting ads and pop-ups for Valentine’s Day plans by now. Whether it is great hotel deals or lavish trips, the market is abuzz with all things lovey dover the minute January ends. And while we are happy for the couples, if you’re single, it can be plain nauseating. If you’re recently broken up with, even worse.
Quick fix, if we might offer one? Packing your bags and heading out on a solo trip. And depending on how alone you feel, rather how much alone your wallet can afford, here are some solo travel destinations that will blur the lovey dovey nonsense February brings with itself.
Domestic solo travel destinations
Aizawl, Mizoram
If you’ve just come out of a breakup and need softness, Aizawl is the best option for solo travel. The pace is slow, the views are gorgeous, and the city will let you heal. Days here are for café hopping, long journaling sessions, and staring at mist-covered hills while your nervous system exhales. There’s a quiet intimacy to Aizawl: independent cafés with good coffee, bookstores, kind strangers, and views that feel like a pause button. Often, when you feel betrayed, you don’t need distraction; you need peace and a moment to breathe. Aizawl is perfect for solo travellers who want space to process, reflect, and rebuild themselves.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Not a lot of solo trips are centred around food, but we suggest you do. The phrase comfort food exists for a reason, and if you’re a foodie, you know what we are talking about. Our pick? The Blue City. Jodhpur is the perfect choice for solo travellers who plan their days around meals. The food in the city is bold, flavour-forward, and unapologetically indulgent. From kachori breakfasts and mirchi vadas to late-night sweets and legendary thalis, Jodhpur is a sensory feast. As you wander through the old city alone, every turn offering colour, spice, and a slice of history, you’re bound to think about all that’s good in the world. And the food culture here is deeply rooted and fiercely local. It is a solo destination ideal for people who want to eat well, walk endlessly, and experience a city through taste rather than tourist checklists.
Kutch, Gujarat
Kutch is vast, dramatic, and deeply cinematic, making it perfect for photographers, road-trippers, and motorheads who crave open horizons. The drive itself is part of the experience: long highways, salt flats, and landscapes that stretch your sense of scale. Dump your bags in the car, charge the camera batteries, and head out to experience the Highway to Heaven. February is the ideal time to go, before the heat hits, when the light is soft, and the terrain looks almost otherworldly. The Kutchi landscape rewards patience and curiosity, whether you’re chasing frames, textures, or the simple thrill of movement. The fact that the local cuisine and hospitality are unlike anywhere in India is just an added benefit.
Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
This is hands down my favourite solo travel destination suggestion on this list, and I’ll tell you why. Visiting Dharamshala around Losar is your rare chance to experience living Tibetan culture, not curated spirituality. Losar, or the Tibetan New Year, brings colour, rituals, and a quiet sense of renewal to the region. Beyond experiencing the monasteries, too, Dharamshala is a sight to behold. Watch the prayer flags move in the wind, share tea in local cafés, and absorb traditions that centre on reflection and continuity. For solo travellers, it’s grounding and a cultural experience you’ll never forget.
Mangalore, Karnataka
Mangalore is an underrated dream for solo travellers who love food and want easy access to beautiful beaches without the chaos. The Mangalorean cuisine alone, with seafood, ghee-laced dishes, buns, and filter coffee, makes the journey worthwhile. Add to that mix the clean, lesser-crowded beaches which are just a short drive away, and you have a destination that balances indulgence with calm. Solo trips to Mangalore don’t need an itinerary. The city encourages wandering, eating well, and ending days by the sea, perfect for rediscovering yourself, one gorgeous day at a time.
International solo travel destinations
Nepal
If you’re into solo trips that seek depth over distraction, Nepal is a great option. Between temple trails, quiet monasteries, and some of the most beautiful hikes in the Himalayan region, there is so much to explore. No matter where you are in Nepal, the days unfold slowly. Begin your morning with prayers at the local temples, take a walk around the city, and enjoy tea breaks with stunning mountain views that create space for reflection. Whether it is culture in the capital city Kathmandu Valley, lakeside views in Pokhara, or trails around Annapurna, Nepal is a solo travel destination that invites you to reconnect with yourself.
Thailand
Bangkok is unapologetically high-energy. So if you are on the lookout for solo trips where you get to dance, drink, and disappear into the night, Bangkok is an obvious pick. Also, this is a city where solo doesn’t mean alone. More so if you are staying in a travel hostel, but even otherwise, the clubs, rooftop bars, street food crawls, and neon-lit streets make it easy to plug into the moment. For travellers who want their Valentine’s week to be lazy and indulgent, plenty of other solo travel destinations in Thailand, like Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Koh Samui, deliver escapism without judgement. It's not just the nightlife; there’s plenty to explore, experience, and eat. So no matter what emotional phase you’re in, there’s something to do.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka shines brightest when experienced with a small group of friends. It’s not that you can’t plan a solo trip to the island country. But there is something about experiencing the easy pace, scenic train journeys, and beach towns with friends that is unmatched. This is a country perfect for you if you’re into long, indulgent breakfasts, sunset swims, and unplanned detours. From pristine southern beaches to misty tea-growing hills, Sri Lankan landscapes will force you to stop, gawk, and soak in the views. And there’s still plenty to do. Go whale watching, sign up for a Sri Lankan cooking class, learn about local culture, learn to surf, I could go on.