Successful solo travel (1080 x 1350 px) - 1 (1250x2000, AR: 0.625)

Traveling alone, regardless of the ultimate destination, can be challenging and at times lonely.

It can also be transformative — teaching travelers adaptability and confidence.

On Midday Edition, we speak with an Encinitas-based author about her new book, "The Smart Woman's Guide to Successful Solo Travel."

Guest:

• Paula Silverfarb, author of "The Smart Woman's Guide to Successful Solo Travel"