Solo travellers are increasingly cautious about their destination choices due to safety concerns, according to the Global Rescue Winter 2026 Traveller Sentiment and Safety Survey. The survey found that whilst 67% of travellers generally feel safe travelling alone, many still avoid certain regions, such as Mexico and the Middle East, due to security issues.

The survey highlighted a stark contrast between US and non-US travellers. A significant 76% of US travellers reported feeling safe when travelling solo, compared to just 46% of non-US travellers. Non-US respondents expressed more uncertainty, with 31% sometimes feeling safe and 11% rarely feeling safe. Nearly 9% of non-US travellers do not feel safe travelling alone at all, compared to 5% of US travellers.

Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies, noted, "Travellers may feel confident overall, but that confidence is not universal and it varies significantly by region." Non-US travellers tend to be more cautious, adopting various safety measures such as choosing hotels with lift key card access, carrying portable door locks, and using personal alarms.

The survey also revealed that 51% of travellers have avoided certain countries due to safety concerns, with this figure rising to 64% among non-US travellers. Richards emphasised that these behaviours indicate travellers are actively managing risks by avoiding certain destinations, selecting secure lodging, and adjusting daily habits to maintain personal safety.

The survey, conducted in January 2026, involved over 1,400 current and former Global Rescue members, providing insights into travel safety, technology, and global mobility preferences

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