Women Who Travel | Condé Nast Traveler Tracee Ellis Ross Loves Seeing the World Solo
Mar 6, 2025
Tracee Ellis Ross, a talented actor known for her roles in Black-ish and American Fiction, discusses her journey into solo travel. She reflects on childhood memories with her mother Diana Ross and how they shaped her worldview. Tracee emphasizes solo travel as an act of radical self-care, sharing practical tips and her packing philosophy. She explores cultural differences in fashion from her time in Europe and highlights her upcoming Roku series, aiming to inspire personal growth through solo adventures.
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Practice Solo Moments Locally
- Start solo practice locally: try dining or seeing a movie alone to build comfort before a trip.
- Push yourself into social situations like asking for a "table for one" to normalize being alone in public.
Keep Solo Trips Short
- Limit solo trips to about four nights to avoid flipping from nourishing solitude into loneliness.
- Use short solo trips to practice holding your own experience without needing constant company.
Research Safety And Get Referrals
- Research destinations for safety, especially if you are queer or a person of color, and get referrals from people you trust.
- Save Instagram posts and ask international friends for locale-specific advice on safety and hotels.