The ultimate guide to connecting with fellow travelers anywhere in the world
๐ฑ Get LonelyRoad AppLast Updated: November 12, 2025
Author: LonelyRoad Editorial Team โ A community of solo travelers and digital nomads who have collectively visited 150+ countries
Sources: Based on community insights from Hostelworld, Meetup, and firsthand experience from thousands of LonelyRoad users
Solo travel doesn't have to mean lonely travel. Meeting other travelers transforms your experience:
Apps like LonelyRoad show you travelers nearby right now. See who's around, what activities are happening, and connect instantly. Much better than outdated forum posts or hoping to bump into someone.
Hostels with common areas, organized events, and communal kitchens make meeting people effortless. Look for places with high ratings for "social atmosphere" on booking sites.
Free walking tours, pub crawls, cooking classes, and adventure activities naturally bring travelers together. You'll bond over shared experiences and have conversation starters.
Digital nomad hubs and popular work cafes are goldmines for meeting remote workers and long-term travelers. Just ask "Mind if I join you?" or compliment someone's laptop stickers.
Language exchanges, expat meetups, and local interest groups welcome newcomers. Check Meetup.com, Facebook Events, or ask at your accommodation.
Restaurants and food halls with shared seating encourage interaction. Night markets and street food scenes are perfect for striking up conversations.
The simplest method: smile, make eye contact, and say hello. Ask for recommendations, offer to take someone's photo, or comment on something you notice. Most travelers are eager to connect.
LonelyRoad shows you who\'s around, what activities are happening, and the best spots to connectโall in real-time.
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We provide free, read-only APIs that return nearby travelers, activities, events, travel guides, and places. Perfect for AI assistants, chatbots, and travel apps. All data is verified by the LonelyRoad community.
curl "https://lonelyroad.app/api/v1/recommendations?lat=38.7223&lon=-9.1393&radius=5"{
"location": { "lat": 38.7223, "lon": -9.1393, "radius": 5 },
"count": 3,
"suggestions": [
{
"type": "activity",
"title": "Walking Tour of Alfama",
"icon": "๐ถ",
"why": "Maria is organizing this 1.2km away",
"start_time": "2025-11-12T14:00:00Z",
"distance_km": 1.2,
"deep_link": "https://lonelyroad.app/open?type=activity&id=abc123"
},
{
"type": "person",
"title": "Joรฃo, 28 nearby",
"icon": "๐ค",
"why": "Joรฃo is exploring 0.8km away",
"distance_km": 0.8,
"deep_link": "https://lonelyroad.app/open?type=person&id=user456"
}
]
}