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I’ve been to more than 120 cities – these are the six best in Europe for a solo summer break

Having visited many European cities alone, Lydia Swinscoe shares her top picks for culture, great food and intriguing neighbourhoods in 2026

The Independent UK

I’ve travelled all over Sri Lanka – this is the best area for a crowd-free beach break

After spending two years traversing the teardrop island, Lydia Swinscoe has found a beachside idyll that’s perfect for experiencing unspoilt beaches, stunning temples and amazing surf

The Independent UK

I’ve stayed in over 70 Airbnbs solo, here’s how to find the perfect stay

Having booked dozens of stays on the rental app, solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe shares nine invaluable tips for choosing the very best bedrooms when going it alone

The Independent UK

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Milestone birthday trips are trending: here's how to plan the perfect destination trip

Nothing says celebrating in style like a big birthday voyage. Here’s the low-down on perfecting your festivities away from home

Evening Standard

The ultimate solo traveller’s guide to Colombo, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s compact capital has a multitude of delights — whatever your budget — from buzzy cocktail bars to hidden art galleries, says local Lydia Swinscoe

Evening Standard

Best solo holiday destinations for summer 2025: from Reykjavik to Punta Cana

Craving some alone time? Solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe picks the best summer destinations for every type of traveller, from epicureans to nature lovers

Evening Standard

I revisited my childhood holiday town in North Wales — so has it changed for better or worse?

North Wales had classic bucket and spade holiday appeal in the 1990s. As multi-generation holidays are trending, Lydia Swinscoe returns to see if it delivers for grown-up family staycations too

Evening Standard

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I'm a Seasoned Solo Traveler—I Wish I'd Known These 10 Things Before My First Adventure Alone

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Marie Claire

I Went On A 10-Year Quest to Find The World's Best Beaches—These 10 Blew My Mind

Because life is always better by the ocean.

Marie Claire

I backpacked Nepal and India like the Race Across the World teams — here's what I learnt

After spending seven months backpacking through India and Nepal, solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe shares her advice for making the most of the route, which features in the latest series of BBC’s beloved travel show

Evening Standard

I travelled the world solo for just £19 a day – and here is how you can backpack on a super low budget

365 days, £7k, 15 countries, and a lifetime of memories. Travel writer Lydia Swinscoe reveals how she backpacked around the globe on a seriously low budget — and how you can do it too

Evening Standard

I've Traveled Alone for 20 Years—These Are the Best Destinations for Women Traveling Solo

From an island paradise to a once out-of-bounds region.

Marie Claire

I've Used Airbnb for 10 Years—These Design-Focused Homes Are My All-Time Favorites

Stylish sanctuaries you'll never regret visiting.

Marie Claire

The cities ranked the best for solo travel in 2025: From Dubai to Singapore

As new research ranks the best cities to visit solo as a woman this year, we ask our travel writers if they agree

Evening Standard

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WFH-hater or TWAT week advocate: Our team share their working from home sweet spots

A new survey has found that the ideal hybrid working set-up is three days in the office, and two at home. We asked Standard writers, editors and authors to battle it out

Woman & Home

The world’s most beautiful hotels, from art-filled sanctuaries to kooky Brutalist boltholes

Bookmark these dreamy stays for trips to come

Woman & Home

The best restaurants in the world for inventive dishes, creative chefs and slick surroundings

Our global food guide is worth savouring

Woman & Home

Planning a trip to Sri Lanka? Don't miss out on these delicious must-try foods and drinks

From spicy kothu and Jaffna-inspired crab curry to breakfast hoppers and choon paan bread, these’s no shortage of foodie delights on this tropical island

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Going it alone? What I've learnt from travelling to 61 countries solo as a woman

World traveller Lydia Swinscoe shares her ultimate guide to getting the most out of solo travel — from the one thing you should always pack, to how to stay safe, and the secrets to combatting loneliness

The Guardian - UK

I gave up renting in London to live nomadically – it’s dramatically enriched my life

Short-term lodgings, pet-sitting … it’s taken me everywhere from Dorset to Tbilisi, and I’ve (mostly) enjoyed it, says travel writer Lydia Swinscoe

Woman & Home

The 7 best restaurants in Colombia for stunning dishes made with local ingredients

Delightful flavors, world-renowned chefs, and innovative spaces await…

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