Traveling solo to an unfamiliar place can get tough, especially when you have no one to recap with about the awesome things you’ve just experienced. Everyone enjoys a little company once in a while, so whether you’re thinking of how you’ll meet people or not, the hardest part is mastering how not to be awkward. With the help of technology, communication techniques, and the purchase of a tour ticket, you’ll be on your way to making new friends.

Here are a few tips on how to meet other travelers while traveling with a party of one.