For subscribers

Trailblazing travellers: 2½-year solo trip inspires travel planning specialist

Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox

sssolo04 - Odele in Machu Picchu, Peru.



Credit: Courtesy of Odele Seah

Ms Odele Seah has travelled solo all around the world, but is particularly drawn to South America for its vibrant culture.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF ODELE SEAH

Google Preferred Source badge

SINGAPORE – In November 2008, Ms Odele Seah embarked on her first solo trip to Europe and North America after graduating from polytechnic.

It was supposed to be a year-long sabbatical before adulting kicked in. It would be years before she returned to Singapore.

See more on