Comments on: Q & A on Solo Teen Traveling [Teen Article]

By: Vanessa Van Petten

Vanessa Van Petten — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 17:42:47 +0000

yes, please link back to the original article with the same byline!

By: MaryT

MaryT — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 02:46:21 +0000

I would like to include this in a blog carnival I am publishing next week about teens traveling towards independence – let me know if you object to my including a link. Nice article

By: Aiste Manfredini

Aiste Manfredini — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:54:42 +0000

I love how you mentioned all of this information in this article its great! I myself have traveled on my own last summer to Ghana, Africa. I was 17 at the time, and couldn’t thank my parents enough for being so laid back about it… I have to say it was definitely the most amazing experience of my life so far and I would love to go back. Although, I will be going to Ecuador this summer so I’m pretty excited for that as well. This is the organization I volunteered for http://www.globalcrossroad.com (overall its not that bad of a program-depending on what you consider to be your standard living level.) Check it out if you’re interested.

By: Ryan Porter

Ryan Porter — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:03:31 +0000

Such an awesome article! I am glad that teens are talking about this kind of stuff and thinking about traveling the world. It;s something that a lot of people put off until they are retired!

Another thing some people may want to consider if they are a bit nervous about the complete solo adventure is doing a “homestay”. This usually involves staying with a “host family” and living their lifestyle for a couple of weeks or even a few months. When I was living in Japan, I met a ton of young people who were there doing a homestay, learning about Japanese language, culture, history and traditions.

Thanks for the great post!