The dream to travel the world has always lingered in the mind of many. The national geographic and Discovery Channel clips are just not enough. You can only feel the thrill of experiencing all those captivating wildlife, countryside or adventure tourism documentaries by traveling the world.
Here are the best destination countries based on criteria like safety, culture, ease of transportation, and lodging for solo travelers in 2018:

1. Bali Island, Indonesia

The cheapest of all countries to visit. Living in a comfortable room, having three meals a day and a few beers for only $25 per day! Accommodation and commodities are cheap everywhere, especially when you move further to the North.

2. Scotland

Whisky, landscape, wildlife and welcoming locals make the country a popular destination. Off-road trips give the tourist a chance to engage with nature, watch the epic scenes, tumbling rivers and wild camping.

3. Italy

Lined with olive trees, hilltop towns, and extensive beaches, Italy is one of the most sought-after destination; Not forgetting the abundant wine and wine-cooked barbecues. All the cities of Italy are always full of tourists all year round.

4. Vietnam

Vietnam suburbs or the city of Hanoi are just where you need to be. Vibrant landscapes, friendly locals, cheap food (should try out the Bun Cha) and affordable services. Cab services are a mere $10 or less compared to cab services in the States which can get as high as $30 for a couple of blocks away.

5. France

You don’t talk of France without mentioning Eiffel tower. At night, it gives the most incredible view of France. Avoid the long lines to the tower and book your trip earlier.

For Catholics or historians, the Notre Dame and its surrounding will intrigue you with its ancient mummified cats, while Les Invalides military has all types of the world war weapons.

6. South Africa

One of the major cities to visit in S.A is Johannesburg. It is known as the City of Gold, which is the heart of shopping, entertainment and City adventure. An average of 250 miles from the city is the Kruger Park- one of most significant game reserves in Africa.

7. Thailand

Everyone talks about Bangkok and forgets other cities such as Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Khoi Samui and Phi Phi Island. Chang Mai is a must visit for a solo tourist. It is an ancient Buddhist attraction city that still has defensive walls and the Moat which were built in the 13th century!

8. Morocco

Morroco offers a variety of unique attractions precisely as the history books states. Caravans composed of several camels are used to cross over the Saharan desert. Once through the desert, as a solo traveler, you can visit other attractions such as the Malabata Coast in Tangier (home to Hercules!)

9. Turkey

Turkey is a country that mixes business with pleasure in every way possible. Here you will find hundreds of shopping malls, museums and hot air balloons(in Cappadocia). It is recorded to be among the safest tourist destinations.

10. New Zealand

Have you seen Fjordland? It is a collection of mountains all in one place.Tourists across the world term it as a place to make connections. New Zealand is a whole new world. People ignore their class distinctions and socialize freely.