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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Gwyn Topham Transport correspondent

Solo trips abroad take off among women who seek break from work – and their families

Woman looks out to sea from the deck of a boat.
Operators say solo travellers value the freedom to explore and experience the world how they want. Photograph: Maridav/Shutterstock

Women are increasingly booking overseas holidays to take a break not only from work and home – but from their family, too.

UK travel companies have reported an increase in bookings for solo travellers, primarily older women, often leaving partners behind to “explore on their own terms”.

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