In a group, everyone has to adjust to a schedule that is acceptable to all members. But when you are travelling by yourself, you can create a timetable that is best suited to you. This way, you can gain an extra hour of sleep or a little rest between a tight schedule - luxuries that will not be available while travelling in a group.

As per an article on The Travel Psychologist, travelling alone has several benefits for the mental health of an individual. Solo travel helps recovery from depression, improves emotional stability, reduces stress and helps overall mental well-being.

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When you are travelling alone, you need to meet and interact more with locals. This would allow a more authentic and immersive experience of the place.

Group travel means settling for meals and restaurants that would be acceptable to everyone. This means always opting for more generic choices. But solo travellers can let their adventurous taste buds go by eating unique delicacies and trying restaurants with a different type of cuisine. This is an experience not to be missed.

When you travel alone, you may discover new things about yourself. Be it your ability to adjust or a greater preference for certain types of experience, you may know yourself better through such an experience.

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When you are the only one around, there is flexibility to make sudden alterations to your itinerary. You can opt for a quick detour or an excursion and give up certain less-interesting options. All this will not be possible easily in a group.

So, if you enjoy solitude and do not mind a quiet, reflective ambience, then pack your bags and head out to the destination of your choice. It will be a rewarding experience.