Hey there, Buddy!

Are you under the dilemma of traveling alone? Did you plan to go on a trip with someone or with a group of friends but all of them backed out except you? Did it ruin your vacation plans? Do you find it hopeless? Well… it shouldn’t make you feel that way. Relax! You could still have that dream vacation! Although, it might not be with the same people as you planned but maybe you can “improvise”.

Looking for a traveling buddy is nothing new anymore. A lot of people have done it. Although some doubt it, looking for a total stranger to go with you in a trip is the only alternate to make your trip not lonely. Just make sure that you’re traveling with a buddy who’s perfect for you – same place to travel, same budget range, same traveling style. So here are a few tips we could give you just to make sure you’ll be on the ‘safe’ side.

1. Travel Buddy websites. Search for your travel buddy in travel websites that have such features. There are also websites which are specific for looking for travel buddies. It would be best to search there because you would be surprised that a lot are looking for travel buddies, too. Most of them specify what they're looking for in a travel buddy - that would make things easier for you.
2. Go with a group. Look for a group that would travel in the same location as you do. This would also reduce your costs in your Paris accommodations when you get there.
3. You and your buddy should talk. Both of you must know how to talk to each other. Most importantly, you should also know how and when to listen to one another. Communication is key to enjoy your trip with a new-found travel buddy. 
4. Agree on a budget, on everything. Now that you and your buddy are in good speaking (and listening terms), it would be easier to agree on things. Your budget would be one. You'll be traveling together so you should know you're travel capacity as far as budget is concerned. Another thing, if for example you're having one of your Paris vacations, you should agree where to stay. You could choose from a variety of places like a vacation rental in Paris in Montmartre. Of course you should know if what accommodation suites for both of you. Your itinerary should be of common ground, too - of common interest.

Still in doubt in getting a buddy? Well...  you should at least try to know the experience. Besides, one thing you should know about this is to trust your gut feeling or instincts. If you think the buddy is not the right match for you, then keep looking for another one. Eventually, the 'perfect' buddy will show up.