After losing a job, Erica Hobbs planned a spontaneous 24-day solo trip to Japan, taking advantage of favorable exchange rates and autumn scenery. With a focus on exploration rather than logistics, she toured iconic areas like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, and faced unexpected challenges in transportation and accommodation costs, totaling $3,400 for the trip. While she enjoyed cultural experiences such as a kimono tea ceremony, she recognized the importance of better preparation and the value of connecting with fellow travelers through hostels.
Looking back, I would have pre-booked transportation and opted to stay in more hostels to make friends.
Embracing the freedom of solo travel allowed me to make spontaneous decisions, but it also proved to be more challenging than expected.
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