There’s a kind of luxury that doesn’t come with a price tag. It comes with freedom—the freedom to wake up when you want, order coffee for one, and take your time over brunch without apology.

When most people hear “solo travel,” they picture a woman with a backpack and a guidebook, setting off on her own. But the truth is, solo travel isn’t defined by age, gender, or even relationship status. At EPIC Expeditions and Events, we see solo travel as something bigger: it’s about the freedom to choose your own adventure, while still enjoying the comfort, safety, and connection of a community.

We’ve all done it. Packed too much for a trip, convinced we’ll “need” six pairs of shoes, three jackets, and that extra curling iron — only to find ourselves dragging a suitcase that feels like it’s full of bricks down a cobblestone street.

I've adapted the Travel‑Buddy Contract—a tiny, cheeky agreement that lets you and your travel companion spell out expectations before the romance‑or‑whatever‑gets‑messy starts. Think of it as a relationship cheat‑sheet you can flash over a cappuccino, not a legal contract you need a lawyer to interpret.