The Top Solo Travel Destinations For 2015

The travel world is one that is constantly changing, and as politics and international events continue to shape the world around us, some destinations become more interesting and popular, while others wane in popularity. The ideal situation for many solo travelers is to find a destination before it really becomes popular and overwhelmed with tourists, and there are plenty of places that look like they will start to come on the map for travelers in 2015.

Here are some ideas for where you might want to include in your travel itinerary for 2015.

Lithuania

This former Soviet country is one of the most beautiful of the Baltic Nations, with a coastline and some wonderful inland forests for nature lovers, and some wonderful cities too. The capital Vilnius is one which has a wonderful history with a lovely castle that enjoys great views over the city along with some beautiful churches, while the coastal city of Klaipeda has a wonderful annual sea festival.

Lithuania is going to be joining the Euro single currency in 2015, which will make it much more convenient to include as a destination or as a part of a greater trip through Europe for the solo traveler.

The United Kingdom

When it comes to great sporting events, the Rugby World Cup is one of the most popular and exciting, and the United Kingdom is going to be hosting games throughout September and October of 2015, which will make it a very interesting place to be.

Combine the strong sporting heritage with the wealth of history and a thriving cultural scene, and it is a great time to visit the country. While most visitors will arrive in London, the beautiful scenery of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland is also well worth including in your trip to the country.

Serbia

Serbia is a country that has experienced plenty of strife and difficulties over recent decades, but is emerging now as a growing destination, particularly because it is one of the cheapest countries in Europe to visit.

Wonderful historic sites such as the fortress at Gorubac with its views over the river, and the lovely old city of Novi Sad are great places to visit, with Novi Sad also hosting the excellent EXIT festival every summer.

Belgrade is an interesting and busy city to explore, while in the winter the skiing resort of Kopaonik is a great place to ski and to appreciate the surroundings of the Kopaonik National Park.

New Zealand

Visitors have been enjoying New Zealand's attractions for decades now, from the wonderful scenery and the beautiful natural sites through to the outdoor sports and adventure activities that the country has to offer.

During February and March the Cricket World Cup will see 23 games hosted in New Zealand, and the friendly locals and excellent infrastructure make this a great destination for solo travelers.

Often referred to as Congo-Brazzaville in order to differentiate it with its more troubled neighbor, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Congo is a country that is becoming an interesting destination thanks to the stable political situation.

With over four fifths of the territory being rainforest, one of the most popular activities is exploring the natural areas of the country, with the Lesio Louna Gorilla Reserve a good place to see these majestic animals.

The capital Brazzaville is also a friendly place to visit, with some nice colonial architecture and a variety of nice restaurants.

Celebrating fifty years of independence in 2015, Singapore is an island that will be particularly attractive to travelers this year, with plenty of celebrations and events to help mark this historic occasion.

The country is safe and welcoming with great public transport making it easy to access even for the solo traveler, while events such as the Singapore Arts Festival and the Singapore Grand Prix both being popular among visitors to the island.