After a year of tentative travel, author Victoria Connelly is ready for something a little more adventurous... and this time, she's going solo!

Warming up with some winter sunshine in Tenerife, she then joins a group tour through the wonders of Turkey, then straps on a backpack for a journey through Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary-braving her first hostel stay in over thirty years.

Next stop: northern Italy by train, with stops in Bologna, Florence, Padua, and Verona...

Four solo trips. One unforgettable year.

Join anxious adventurer Victoria as she slowly builds confidence, embraces the unknown, and uncovers a version of herself she never knew existed. From paragliding in the Canaries to haggling in the bazaars of Istanbul, this is a heartwarming tale of courage, discovery, and the quiet joy of becoming your own best companion.

Packed with colour photos, Introvert Explores is a love letter to bravery, reinvention, and the transformative power of travel.