6 Unforgettable Trips to Take Before You're Married

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Every 30 days or so, the picturesque sands on the southern area of Haad Rin in Koh Phangan turn from relaxed to rager for the Full Moon Party. Between 10 and 20 thousand foreigners and Thais stay up until sunrise for a night of drinking, dancing, and (some) illegal drug taking to trance and house music. Glow sticks, body paint, and tie-dye are prevalent. There's a burning man vibe here with trippy performers and a virtual army of vendors selling booze and food. The scene isn't for everyone, but the party is definitely a memorable experience. This isn't a romantic getaway, so enjoy it solo -- maybe you'll even have a fling or two. Just make sure to party responsibly and take common-sense safety precautions.

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Paris is the City of Love -- but no one ever said it was the City of Love just for long-term couples. We can't think of a better place than Paris for your very own rom-com worthy meet cute. The 5th Arrondissement, also known as the Latin Quarter, is a bustling spot filled with young people and situated on the city's liberal leaning Left Bank. This is the place to stroll through city streets, pop into cafes for a bottle of Bordeaux, and mingle with locals. Who knows who you'll meet. 

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Machu Picchu is an epic, once-in-a-lifetime trip that involves a long travel journey and tricky logistics. Rain, altitude sickness, and crowds are additional stress scenarios that can make even the most loving couples bicker and argue. We say that a visit to the mysterious Incan citadel is best left for solo travel or with a group of friends. Another plus? You won't have to worry about looking good on an arduous hike. 

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Unless you plan on marrying an international DJ star (and we encourage that union), you likely won't be spending much of your married life partying all night in Ibiza, which is why you should go as a single person. For the entire summer, the tiny Spanish island turns into a non-stop party with DJ sets, themed clubs, boat parties, live music, underground raves, and dancing on the beach. Some visitors only stop partying long enough to take a power nap before hitting the scene again. 

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You don't have to be a party animal to have an unforgettable solo trip. Ubud is an ideal destination for those who prefer to take long bike rides into picturesque rice fields, hide out in the spa (treatments are super affordable in day spas), or lounge around in ornate hotel rooms decorated with carved wood and Hindu deity statues, writing in a journal and contemplating life. Ubud is where Elizabeth Gilbert focused on the love portion of her best-selling memoir "Eat, Pray, Love." 

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We asked Mick for his opinion on the what single travelers should look for in a destination. He advised, "Find a destination where it allows you to have 'me time' but also allows you to meet other travelers. There are plenty of destinations in Southeast Asia where you can do this -- the Philippines is a great example, and we recommend the municipality of El Nido. You can find plenty of remote beaches or islands where you can have your alone time to sip coconut drinks while listening to your favorite music by the ocean. And then the next day it's easy to switch it up and join an island hopping tour to meet other travelers." Well said, Mick. 

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