I thought I'd planned my first solo trip perfectly. After just 3 nights, I was desperate to go home.

I went on my first solo trip and realized that I prefer traveling with friends.

Sean Abrams

• In the summer of 2022, I went to London for my first solo trip to see my favorite artist perform.
• The concert was amazing, and I enjoyed my itinerary, but I wasn't prepared for how lonely I'd feel.
• I know now that traveling alone isn't for me, and that's OK — I much prefer to go with friends.

The idea of solo traveling always seemed like a bit of a nightmare to me.

Although I'm independent...