Solo travel community
The global community for solo travelers
Meet verified solo travelers, backpackers and digital nomads worldwide. Join open group trips, share rooms and find travel buddies — free on Travel Heist.
Built for solo travelers
50,000+ verified travelers
Active solo travelers, backpackers and digital nomads in 120+ cities. Verified by phone or email.
Safety from day one
Block, report, hide location, female-only groups, 24-hour moderation — built in, not bolted on.
Chat in real-time
DM and group chat with travelers heading to your city. Coordinate flights, stays and itineraries.
Anywhere in the world
Strong communities in Lisbon, Bali, Bangkok, CDMX, Barcelona, Istanbul, Tokyo and Berlin — and growing.
Trips, events, hangouts
From multi-day journeys to a coffee tomorrow — find the right plan and the right people.
Free forever
Posting trips, joining groups and chatting with travel buddies is free. No commissions, no hidden fees.
Top cities for solo travelers
Frequently asked questions
What is the Travel Heist solo travel community?+
Travel Heist is a global community of solo travelers, backpackers and digital nomads. Find travel buddies, join group trips, share rooms and meet verified travelers wherever you go.
Is Travel Heist good for solo women travelers?+
Yes — solo women travelers can choose female-only groups, hide their location, and message verified travelers only. Safety features are built in from day one.
How do solo travelers meet others on Travel Heist?+
Set your destination, dates and travel style. Browse open trips, events and hangouts in any city, or post your own — verified travelers will request to join. All chat happens in-app.
What kind of travelers will I meet?+
Solo travelers, backpackers, digital nomads, weekenders, expats and locals — filtered to your travel style, age, budget and language preferences.
Is the solo travel community free?+
Yes — joining the community, posting trips, and chatting with travel buddies is free. Optional premium features may be added later.
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Travel Heist is the easiest way for solo travelers to meet other travelers, find a travel buddy, join a group trip and share rooms — anywhere in the world.