My Solo Travel Tips - Learned & Earned

Dining Out:
Avoid the chef's table. There's a misnomer out that you'll talk to people at the chef's table. I dined 4 nights alone and not one creature said anything even though I initiated conversation. INSTEAD:

Call the restaurant ahead of schedule and let them know what table and where you'd like it. Corner tables aren't given they're requesting so ask for it! If the maitre'd is reluctant go elsewhere. Your happiness is what's important at the end of the evening.

Diversify your daily activities:
I mistakenly planned just a couple of similar activities which is quite boring.

Ask the locals to suggest activities
While in Charleston recently, I sat at a wine bar and asked both the owner and his friend to write down some suggestions. So bring paper with you always as well so you capture the conversation.

Take advantage of mass transit:
If the city has discounted transit, take advantage of it.

The best thing about doing anything alone is you only worry about pleasing yourself. It's a great self discovery tool.