Despite much buzz around the solo travel trend, 30.4% of Americans say they’ve never traveled alone according to a new survey by Allianz Global Assistance. Americans who travel alone are more than 5 times as likely to travel domestically than internationally.

More than a quarter of Americans have traveled alone for business domestically and 21%for leisure, while only 3.2% have solo traveled internationally for business and 4.8% percent for leisure.

A snapshot of the 10-question survey and key results are below:

 

1. Have you ever traveled alone?

30.4% - I have never traveled alone 27.5% - Domestically for business 21% - Domestically for leisure 8.4% - Domestically and internationally for leisure 4.8% - Internationally for leisure 4.6% - Domestically and internationally for business 3.2% - internationally for business

 

2. Have you ever felt unsafe while traveling alone?

68.2% - No 14.5% - Yes, minimal 11.9% - Yes, somewhat 5.3% - Yes, very

 

3. What factor are you most concerned about when traveling alone?

26.6% - Security/safety of my accommodations 20.8% - Being out after dark 16.7% - Violence/terrorism 13.5% - Natural disaster 9.7% - Riding public transportation 7.4% - Security/safety of my drivers 5.3% - Visiting a restaurant/bar

 

4. Which of the following methods have you used to keep yourself safe while traveling alone? Check all that apply.

48% - Avoid walking at night 35.1% - Inform others of your location 26.2% - None of the above 25.2% - Avoid speaking to strangers 23.8% - Dress in a way that won't draw attention 21.8% - Moderate alcohol consumption 11.4% - Avoid busy tourist destinations/areas

 

5. Do you feel safer traveling alone in domestic or international destinations?

47.2% - No difference 46.2% - Domestic 6.6% - International

 

6. Would you feel safer traveling alone if you had a travel insurance policy in case of an injury or emergency?

80.3% - No 19.7% - Yes

 

7. Do you research travel advisories, warnings and alerts before going on a trip?

35.9% - No 34.8% - Yes 29.3% - Sometimes

 

8. Have you ever been catcalled when traveling alone?

74.3% - No 25.7% - Yes

 

9. Have you ever been mugged or pickpocketed while traveling alone in a foreign country?

92.2% - No 7.8% - Yes

 

10. Have you ever been overcharged or ripped off (taxi driver, shopping, etc.) while traveling alone?

74.4% - No 25.6% - Yes

 

For more information on the methodology of this survey, please visit marketingplatform.google.com and to learn more about Allianz Travel click here.