# Solo Traveler Networking Apps The 'Solo Traveller' App Helps Those Travelling Alone Connect By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-10-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-traveller References: [sbs.au](http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/2016/01/31/australian-develops-new-app-connect-solo-travellers) & [solotravellerapp](http://www.solotravellerapp.com/untitled-c1yrv) An Australian man named Troy Elmes recently developed an app called 'Solo Traveller' that helps those traveling alone connect with others on the road. While there are a number of apps that help consumers find friends in their immediate area, Elmes' new platform is specifically geared towards slightly older consumers looking for a travel companion with similar interests. The Solo Traveller app is a free smartphone app that helps [solo travelers connect with one another](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/share-trips) and navigate new destinations. The app works by letting users browse through a series of profiles created by other solo travelers before sending a message. Users can also their filter results by age, gender and location in order to find the perfect travel companion. Moreover, the app can be used for a wide variety of purposes meaning users can arrange for anything from sharing a taxi to planning an excursion together. Unlike other travel apps, Solo Traveller specifically caters to the growing number of [singles taking trips each year](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-dining-guide). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Solo Traveler Networking:** Serving the growing number of solo travelers by providing a platform for connecting and networking. - **Connective Travel Apps:** Apps like Solo Traveller that facilitate connections and interactions among travelers. - **Tailored Travel Companionship:** Providing personalized options for travelers to find compatible companions based on interests and preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel and Tourism:** Innovative apps like Solo Traveller disrupt the travel industry by catering to the unique needs of solo travelers. - **Social Networking:** Solo traveler networking apps tap into the social networking industry to facilitate meaningful connections and relationships. - **Technology and Mobile Apps:** The development and growth of travel apps like Solo Traveller drive innovation in the technology and mobile app industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solo Traveler Planning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ffaroh-app.md) - [Travel Buddy Finders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tripbff.md) - [Educational Friend-Finding Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felse-travel-app.md) - [Solo Travel Matchmakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-bff-matchmaker.md) - [Travel Networking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floo.md) - [Connective Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-apps1.md) - [Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotravel.md) - [Solo Travel Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pricelines-solo-explorer.md) - [Escorted Group Travel Providers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escorted-group-travel.md)