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It's your time to take off

Sometimes, the most rewarding journeys begin not with a destination but with the heart willing to wander down the path to discovery. Happening upon a beautiful place is often found in the spaces between where you planned to go and where you end up. Suddenly, every sunset, quaint village, or majestic mountain peak in an unfamiliar place becomes a keepsake, collected like pressed flowers in the pages of our memory.

Whether you’re traveling with a group, family, or solo, Tapestry will be your companion, with tips, advice, and ways to explore to your heart’s content.

Solo travel

Thinking about heading out on your own? Here are a few travel tips from our most experienced solo travelers

First, take a weekend trip to a familiar place to learn your comfort level. You may want to try this several times to build self-confidence.

Ready for the next step? Plan a more extended domestic trip so that language, food, and currency are not issues.

Do your research. Plan what you want to do. Make sure your accommodations are in a safe location and near the places you want to visit. Call your hotel for more information, or consult a travel agent.

Look for opportunities to connect with others who have shared interests when you don't want to be alone:

Go on tours or sponsored trips; take a walking tour, sightseeing bus, or group museum visit with a docent. A travel agent can quickly connect you to activities you’re interested in (and then some).
Engage with your hotel’s concierge or front desk for ideas during your stay.
Chat with staff - even customers - in restaurants and stores.

When in doubt, Uber. Throughout the US and abroad, Uber operates with the same safety features you've come to know. And you never have to open your wallet.

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