3. Spend some time at a college or university

Do not be surprised to read this tip. Schools, colleges and universities are safe places. There’re plenty of young and energetic people. You’re sure to meet a lot of curious individuals who will offer you their assistance. You are not the only person who is in search of new contacts and friends. So drop by a university or college and see if you can meet someone interesting there.

4. Couchsurfing can help you find and meet people

Engage with the community called couchsurfing. This is the name of the website where travellers and hosts from all around the globe open accounts and look for each other. Enter the name of your destination and you will be given a long list of profiles of people from the country you are going to. Contact the ones you like most and ask if they are ready and eager to meet you when you arrive. Be ready to be asked to accept guests after you return back home. Couchsurfers are friendly and nice people.