61. Sign up for the best art workshops and retreats

Artists are credited with being solitary creatures, lost in their own artistic vision. But for those needing a little help finding their inner Monet, an artists’ retreat in a suitably inspiring location is just the ticket.

Artworkshops Australia conducts weekend workshops in its Byron hinterland studio, or you can indulge in one of its art retreats, painting in the likes of the Flinders Ranges, the Blue Mountains, Kakadu, the Pilbara, Fowlers Gap and Tasmania.

Art Travel Adventures’ art expeditions  also allow you to immerse yourself in amazing locations – the remote East Kimberley, Lord Howe Island, the East MacDonnell Ranges and Arnhem Land – while learning from celebrated Australian artists.

62. Find a walking trail in Australia’s best national parks

If you are looking to clear your head and get away from it all, walking is the perfect solitary pursuit. And with a wealth of national parks at our disposal – there are over 600 national parks in Australia occupying over 28 million hectares – there’s plenty of choice of where to go.

The general rules of solo walking are to do your research to find destinations suitable for singles (remote areas should not be attempted with fewer than three people), know your strengths and limitations, let people know where you are going and when you’ll be back (consider hiring a personal locator beacon) and stick to the trails at all times. Some good starter walks include the Royal National Park Coastal Walk out of Sydney, the Great Ocean Walk in Victoria and the Six Foot Track from the Jenolan Caves to Katoomba.

63. Find a hotel with Australia’s best bathtub views

There is no more indulgent solo pursuit than soaking in a tub, and if it comes with a stunning view (and a glass of bubbles close at hand) then all the better.

Some of the most stunningly positioned tubs can be found in South Australia, including this humdinger at the sublime Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island. Book El Questro’s Cliffside Retreat stay for its outdoor tub looking over the Kimberley landscape, spot whales from the bath in qualia’s Windward Pavilion, or head to the bush bath at Kingsford Homestea d, a working sheep station in South Australia’s Barossa region.

64. Book a cruise that caters to solo travellers

First it should be stated that there’s a big difference between cruising solo and singles’ cruises. If you are looking for a little time out on your own with endless water views rather than looking for endless love, most cruises will cater to your needs.

While most cruise companies offer discounted solo supplements, there are certain companies going that extra mile to make lone travellers welcome, including offering studio cabins priced for one (Norwegian Cruise Line , Royal Caribbean International and Holland America Line ), organised activities and shore trips that allow you to interact with other travellers, and communal dining so you don’t have to eat alone.

65. Visit a library

There is quite the groundswell of creativity going into the design and construction of libraries at the moment. Much more than just spaces in which to read, modern libraries are meeting places where people can come together to feel a sense of community (and get free wi-fi). For this reason architects and designers are conceptualising buildings that are welcoming, multi-purpose spaces where people can spend time reading, learning and socialising.

Some stand-out libraries worth going out of your way to see include Cobram Library , designed by Cohen Leigh Architects; Melton Library , Max Webber Library in Blacktown and Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre, all designed by FJMT; and the award-winning Green Square Library in Sydney, designed by Stewart Hollenstein in association with Stewart Architecture.

66. Learn to surf

Given our enviable access to beaches and water in Australia, and our history as a surfing early adopter (many credit Hawaiian surfer Duke Kahanamoku with introducing the sport to Australia at Freshwater on Sydney’s Northern Beaches in 1915, but there are those who believe we figured it out for ourselves much earlier), learning to surf is the perfect way to spend time next to the water while getting fit and having fun.

Former world champion surfer Pam Burridge retired from the pro circuit in 1998, starting up Pam Burridge Surf Schools on the NSW South Coast. It runs regular women’s-only Surf Retreats at Mollymook Beach, including surfing lessons from the legend herself.

Alternatively there are equally picturesque places to learn to surf around the country: Surf Camp Australia  hits the waves of Byron Bay on the NSW Far North Coast; Go Ride A Wave operates out of the gorgeous Great Ocean Road in Victoria; former pro surfer Cheyne Horan’s School of Surf is based on Queensland’s Gold Coast; and Margaret River Surf School conducts its lessons at Redgate Beach in WA.

67. Camping for one

Oztent’s King Single Stretcher and King Single Swag combo ($229.95 and $599 respectively) might just be the coolest camping accessory around. The giant cot and super durable cover mean you can effectively camp where you stand, all the better to enjoy the solitude of nature.

For a truly off-grid, ‘look at these views’ experience, try these: Memory Cove in Lincoln National Park, South Australia, where daily access is limited to ensure its remains pristine (you need a pass from the Port Lincoln Visitor Information Centre to enter); Noah Beach in Daintree National Park, Queensland, with its lush tropical landscape and abundant wildlife; and Narawntapu National Park in Tasmania , where wombats, kangaroos, wallabies and even Tassie devils are easily spotted after dark.

68. Book a writing retreat

In the lush Gold Coast Hinterland, surrounded by Lamington National Park, the Rainforest Writing Retreat at O’Reilly’s is one of the most immersive writers’ retreats in the country, designed to coax words and ideas out of novices and experienced wordsmiths alike. Gaining insight from bestselling authors, the two-day retreat works on developing writing skills and storytelling techniques, and offers guidance in publishing, marketing strategies, and networking. But it also leaves ample time to be inspired by the picture-perfect surroundings, with rainforest walks, night tours and plenty of wildlife to spot.

69. Pamper yourself

Setting off on a solo adventure is the perfect excuse to look deep within yourself to find inner harmony – or just get a really good massage. Victoria’s spa country is anchored by the pretty heritage towns of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, with their gracious accommodation and plentiful spa experiences.

Treat yourself to a rejuvenating mineral soak at Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and stay the night in one of the futuristically stylish Hepburn Springs Escape Villas, indulge in the charm of Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel ) or book the rustically chic White House in Daylesford and explore at your leisure.

70. Take a road trip in a caravan around Australia

Pack the essentials, stock up on snacks, borrow a stack of books from the library and hit the road to relive the halcyon days of the caravan vacation at these holiday park hotspots.

• First Sun Holiday Park in Byron Bay for the absolute beach frontage, and its strolling distance to chi-chi cafes, bars and shopping.

• Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Camping for the dolphins, of course.

• Lake Argyle Resort, Kununurra , for the remote beauty of the Kimberley.

• Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort  for its easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

• Batchelor Holiday Park for its proximity to Litchfield National Park’s stunning waterfalls.

• Phillip Island Caravan Park for the penguins!

• Sea Vu Caravan Park , Robe, for the Limestone Coast landscape and uninterrupted water views.