Best coffee destinations for solo travellers
If there’s one thing you can’t guarantee on your holiday—it’s the quality of the coffee you’ll find in the local baristas, coffee houses or chic cafés! And if this list is anything to go by—there’s a lot more to the perfect cup of coffee than beans! So, for the coffee lovers amongst you, join us on International Coffee Day for a coffee-tastic adventure around the world—because caffeine knows no borders!
Vietnam’s Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng) 
Rich, sweet, and a delightful texture, this Vietnamese delight features a creamy mixture of egg yolk, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk, whipped into a frothy drink that’s poured over a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee. You can find this ‘liquid dessert’ at cozy cà phê (coffee shops) throughout Vietnam, where locals often enjoy it while catching up socially.
Colombia’s Sock-Brewed Coffee (Tinto)
Try a cup of ‘Tinto’ in Colombia—a black coffee traditionally brewed with a sock filter. This method involves using a cloth bag (resembling a sock) to steep the coffee grounds, producing a strong and aromatic brew that’s surprisingly smooth. While it might be a little out of our comfort zone—it’s a common practice in Colombian households and local cafés, and tastes incredible!
Italy’s Espresso
In the land of the expresso, ordering coffee usually involves a hot shot of rich, bold espresso at a bar (a small café). It’s often a quick affair — with locals perched at the counter, finishing their drink in just a couple of minutes. The Italian coffee culture is all about quality and speed, making it a quintessential experience for visitors. You’ll rarely find people sitting down for their caffeine fix here!
Wiener Melange in Austria
Our fanciest named coffee has an even fancier taste! And goes perfectly with a delicious pastry or two! Wind away the hours in a local kaffeehäuse (Austrian café) to experience the Wiener Melange, a tasty blend of coffee, steamed milk, and milk foam. Very similar to a cappuccino but with a unique twist.
Moroccan Spiced Coffee
Morocco’s spiced brew has a way of transporting you into the rich and aromatic magic of Morocco. Spiced with cardamom and cinnamon, you can enjoy a spiced coffee with a mint tea—complementing the unique distinctive flavours perfectly.
Indian Filter Coffee (Kaapi)
Don’t go to India without sampling a traditional cup of Kaapi. Mixed with frothy milk and slightly sweetened, this filter coffee has a rich strong flavour and is mostly served in stainless steel cups. India’s coffee shops are known as tiffin restaurants and Kaapi is the ideal accompaniment at breakfast time.
Mexico’s Café de Olla
Mexico’s café de olla is infused with cinnamon and sometimes cloves, this comforting drink is traditionally brewed in a clay pot, giving it a very distinct earthy taste. Enjoyed any time of day in the country’s lively local cafés, no country celebrates the food and drink culture quite like Mexico!
Southeast Asia’s Kopi Luwak
Pricey, unusual & popular in some of Southeast Asia’s cafes, kopi luwak’s distinctive flavour is created using a rather unusual fermentation process, with beans eaten and then digested by the Asian palm civet. Featuring highly on our list of interesting coffee cups, it’s for travellers with an open mind and a varied palette!
Which of these coffee tipples are you yet to try?
