I've made friends on solo trips and traveled to visit them. These relationships are just as valuable as local ones.

The author highlights the surprising benefits of forming international friendships through solo travel, emphasizing that these long-distance connections can be just as meaningful as those made locally. This experience underscores the importance of maintaining these relationships despite physical distance, revealing how these friendships can enrich one's life in unexpected ways. The narrative suggests that the global interconnectedness fostered by modern travel can lead to profound and lasting bonds, reshaping how we perceive and value human connections.