You’re standing at the check-in desk, luggage in tow, boarding pass in hand — and a great big grin on your face. Not because someone’s standing beside you, but precisely because they’re not. Travelling solo isn’t a Plan B. It’s a deliberate choice for freedom, adventure and unforgettable encounters — entirely on your own terms. 🌅
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Solo Travel 2026: A Genuine Trend
More and more people are discovering the joys of travelling solo. According to recent studies, around 25% of travellers are planning to holiday alone in 2026 — women in particular: 40% of those surveyed said they want to travel solo this year, an increase of 8% compared to the previous year. The reasons? Self-determination, personal freedom and the desire to explore new places entirely on one’s own terms. Put simply: travelling alone doesn’t mean being lonely. It means finally doing exactly what you fancy.
What Makes a Great Hotel for Solo Travellers?
Not every hotel is equally well-suited to solo travellers. Here’s what to look out for:
- Adults-only atmosphere: Relaxed, peaceful and sociable — without the chaos of little ones running about
- A varied activities programme: Sport, excursions, classes — perfect opportunities to get chatting with fellow guests
- Community when you want it: The BLUE App makes it a doddle — in the hotel’s own app forum, you can connect with other guests, plan day trips together or simply ask for a recommendation for the best restaurant
- No single supplement sting: Comfortable accommodation without the feeling you’re paying for two
TUI BLUE Hotels offer exactly this combination — and we’ve rounded up five firm favourites for your next solo adventure.
Our Top 5 TUI BLUE Hotels for Solo Travellers
🇹🇷 TUI BLUE Grand Azur – Marmaris, Turkey
Marmaris is a place that simply never gets boring. The TUI BLUE Grand Azur sits right on a long sandy beach and offers you all the glamour of a 5-star hotel alongside one of Turkey’s most vibrant coastal regions right on your doorstep. During the day, unwind in the expansive pool area nestled within lush palm gardens; come evening, head up to the rooftop restaurant for sundowners with sweeping sea views — and if the mood takes you, use the BLUE App to find a fellow traveller for a boat trip or a wander through the old town. The BLUEf!t programme also keeps things lively on the fitness front, whenever you fancy it.
Solo Tip: The Marmaris promenade is made for an evening stroll — street food, live music and colourful lights all the way. A perfect little adventure all to yourself. 📸
🇦🇹 TUI BLUE Schladming – Styria, Austria
Fancy something a little different? The TUI BLUE Schladming proves that a great solo hotel doesn’t need a seafront — sometimes all it takes is a view of the Planai. This modern activity hotel sits right at the base of the Planai cable car and is the ideal base for skiing, hiking and everything else the Schladming-Dachstein region has to offer. Here’s the exciting bit: whether you’re carving down the slopes in winter or scrambling up mountain peaks in summer, the BLUE App makes it easy to find like-minded souls for your next outing. And when you’ve had your fill of the snow, the Sky Sauna with panoramic rooftop terrace will be waiting for you. ☕️
Solo Tip: The village centre of Schladming is just a short stroll away — après-ski, cosy mountain huts and genuine Styrian charm included.
🇭🇷 TUI BLUE Makarska – Makarska Riviera, Croatia
The Makarska Riviera is one of Europe’s most beautiful stretches of coastline — turquoise waters, a majestic mountain backdrop and picture-perfect coves at every turn. Right in the thick of it sits the TUI BLUE Makarska, an adults-only hotel for guests aged 16 and over, complete with an infinity pool and uninterrupted views across the Adriatic to the island of Hvar. Do give yourself time to explore the surroundings: snorkelling in crystal-clear water, cycling along the coast, boat trips out to the islands — this region truly makes solo travel feel like a proper adventure. And with the BLUE App, putting together a small group for your next excursion takes no time at all.
Foodie Tip: Croatian cuisine is criminally underrated. Fresh fish, slow-cooked peka from the embers, a decent glass of Plavac red — don’t miss it for the world! 🍷
🇵🇹 TUI BLUE Madeira Gardens – Funchal, Madeira
Madeira is the island of eternal spring — and the TUI BLUE Madeira Gardens in Funchal is an adults-only retreat that embodies every bit of that magic. Picture this: you’re soaking in the whirlpool on the rooftop terrace, gazing out over the Atlantic and the twinkling lights of Funchal — having spent the day entirely as you pleased. The island itself is a dream for solo travellers: levada walks through a UNESCO-listed laurel forest, a buzzing old town, the botanical gardens, toboggan rides — you won’t know where to start. And honestly, that’s half the joy. 📸
Solo Tip: Madeira is perfectly suited to half-day adventures — morning hike, afternoon coffee and a pastel de nata in town, sundowner on the rooftop terrace come evening. Read the top tips from my colleague who stayed at the TUI BLUE hotel and explored the island.
🇪🇬 TUI BLUE Makadi – Makadi Bay, Egypt
The wanderlust is real: the TUI BLUE Makadi in Makadi Bay is one of our absolute highlights for solo travellers who really want to immerse themselves — quite literally. This adults-only gourmet hotel sits right on the Red Sea and offers snorkelling and diving on one of the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world, warm Egyptian hospitality, outstanding cuisine and a spa that truly soothes the soul. Come evening? Live music, dance performances at the bar, international guests from all corners of the globe — the BLUE App helps you get stuck in quickly and plan a jeep safari or a day trip to Luxor with newfound friends.
Solo Tip: Egypt is a diver’s paradise — even as a complete beginner, you can take your first snorkelling lessons at the hotel and discover a whole new underwater world. 🐠
Your Next Solo Adventure Awaits
Travelling solo means no compromises at breakfast. No waiting around for anyone. No “have to” — only “want to”. With the right TUI BLUE Hotels, an active community on the BLUE App and a programme you put together yourself, your 2026 solo holiday will be one for the books.
So pack your camera and go — your adventure starts exactly when you’re ready for it.