Most people think confidence has to come before solo travel. In reality, it usually shows up because of it. I’ve watched this play out again and again with travelers, especially those over 50 who spent years putting responsibility first, waiting on others, or telling themselves they’d travel “when the time is right.” What surprises them isn’t the destination. It’s what changes internally once they go. Confidence Doesn’t Come From Perfect Trips Your first solo trip will not be flawless. Flights get delayed. Plans shift. You make decisions without checking in with anyone else. That’s the point. Each small decision you make on your own reinforces something important: You can handle what comes up. That realization sticks with you long after the trip ends. You Rebuild Trust in Your Own Judgment When traveling with others, decisions often get watered down. You compromise. You wait. You defer. Solo travel removes that layer. You decide when to wake up. You decide when to rest. You decide when something no longer feels worth your energy. That autonomy quietly rebuilds confidence. Many travelers don’t realize how much trust in themselves they’ve given away until they feel it return. You Discover You’re More Social Than You Think One of the biggest fears people have about traveling alone is feeling awkward or isolated. In practice, the opposite often happens. Solo travelers tend to be more approachable. They’re more present. They’re more open to conversation because they’re not managing group dynamics. Casual chats at dinner. Conversations on excursions. Friendships that start before the trip even begins. Those moments remind you that connection doesn’t require a buffer. Confidence Comes From Calm, Not Bravery Solo travel isn’t about being fearless. It’s about being aware. Experienced solo travelers learn how to move smartly. They choose reputable excursions. They pay attention to timing. They trust their instincts without panicking. That calm decision-making is real confidence. Not bravado. Not risk-taking. Just clarity.

Just opened the map this morning and… boom — our very first international member has landed! From San Antonio ➡️ now reaching across the world. Welcome aboard! 🚀This community was always meant to connect travelers globally — and it’s officially happening. If you're one of our founding members, get excited…This is how worldwide travel communities start. Drop a “🌍” if you’re ready for this thing to go global!

Title: I’m Seriously Considering the Nomad Life — Anyone Here Done This Before? Lately, I’ve been toying with an idea that won’t seem crazy to this group at all: what if home wasn’t one place… what if it moved with me? I’m not talking about quitting life and disappearing into the wind. I’m talking about a slower, more intentional kind of travel — staying in a place long enough to actually live there, learn the rhythm of the neighborhood, find the good coffee, walk the same streets, and then… move on. The nomad life isn’t about rushing from city to city or collecting passport stamps. For me, it’s more about: trading “someday” trips for now experiences staying curious instead of settling into autopilot realizing you don’t have to wait for retirement to explore I’ve been asking myself some real questions: What would life feel like if my address changed every few weeks or months? Would I feel more grounded… or more free? Would I miss stability — or redefine what stability actually means? The interesting part is this: people already do this in different ways. Some slow travel along coastlines. Some road-trip small towns. Some work remotely and base themselves in new countries for months at a time. Some treat travel as a chapter, not a forever plan. What keeps pulling me toward this idea is the simplicity of it. Fewer things. More stories. Fewer “I wish I had…” moments. And honestly, I don’t have all the answers. This is very much a thinking-out-loud moment. So I’m curious — and I genuinely want your input: 👉 Have you ever lived the nomad life, even briefly? That could be: traveling month-to-month living abroad short-term RV life, van life, cruise-to-cruise or even just long stretches away from a permanent home 👉 What surprised you most about it — good or bad? 👉 What would you do differently if you did it again? 👉 And be honest… would you recommend it? This community is full of people who’ve lived, not just planned. If you’ve walked this path — even a few steps — I’d love to hear about it. And if you haven’t, I’m curious what excites you… or scares you… about the idea.

Our first real-time chat session is complete — and wow, what a launch! 🎉 We had 108 comments in just 87 minutes, and the energy was incredible. Huge thank you to everyone who showed up, shared ideas, and kept the conversation flowing. Missed this one? No worries — our next live chat session is coming up soon, and it’s going to be even bigger. Stay tuned for the date and topic… and get ready to jump in again! 🙌 👉 If you’re excited for the next chat, drop a “🙌” below and tell me what topic you’d love us to cover.

12/4/2025 Thursday Mark your calendars! Our event will be kicking off at: *7:30 PM Central Time (CST) > 8:30 PM EST > 6:30 PM MST > 5:30 PM PST > 4:30 PM AKST > 3:30 PM HST (Say hello when you join!) Welcome everyone! 👋This is the official chat room for tonight’s SASF “New Year, New Friends Night” online hangout! No Zoom. No cameras. Just good people, fun conversation, and a relaxed place to meet new friends. Drop a quick hello as soon as you arrive — let’s kick off 2025 with connection and good vibes. 💛 💬 How to Use This Chat Tonight When the event starts, feel free to: ✨ Say hi and meet others✨ Tell us where you’re joining from✨ Share ideas for weekend adventures✨ Chat about travel goals, fun plans, and what you want in 2025✨ Ask questions about the group✨ Vote on future SASF meetups✨ Invite new topic ideas (we’re building the 2025 calendar!) This is our safe, easy, no-pressure space to talk, share ideas, and get to know each other. 🌍 What’s New for 2025! Inside our SASF community, you’ll now find: ✔ Member Travel Toolbox (free)✔ Quick guides✔ Checklists✔ Confidence boosters✔ Packing helpers✔ Time-saving tips✔ New Roommate Match (55+ Solo Travelers)✔ Local events + online social nights✔ Weekly mini-threads and fun prompts All of this unlocks automatically when you join this Skool community. 🤝 Let’s Make This Fun Participate as much or as little as you want — it's casual. If you're shy, just drop a 👋 emoji. If you’re talkative, jump right in! Everyone’s welcome here. When the event ends, come back and: ✨ Share your favorite moment✨ Suggest future hangouts✨ Explore our Member Toolbox✨ Check out upcoming SASF events 🎉 Kick us off! When you join this chat, comment below and answer: 👉 What’s one fun thing you want to try in 2025? Let’s make tonight awesome. See you in the chat!— Michael