Need Solo Travel Ideas

Hi everyone,

My company offers a sabbatical program where they pay us to take a week off work and contribute up to $1,000 in related travel expenses. The main criteria is, "You can select any subject for this sabbatical…as long it helps your personal growth, inspires you, contributes to your work life, or helps your team."

Also, I must travel solo. I'm encouraged to participate in group activities on-location, but cannot bring any friends/family with me.

I would love if all you experienced solo travelers could suggest somewhere for me to travel! I'm fairly well travelled and am expecting to exceed the $1,000 expense contribution. If it matters, I've been to Africa, most of Europe, Peru, and lots of Central America. I'm based in North Carolina, but would be looking to likely travel abroad. Nothing is too off the wall, the crazier the better.

Budget: $4,000 - $5,000

Interests: Food, Wine, Hiking, Nature, Cultural Immersion

Citizenship: American

Thanks in advance!