Loose Women star says 'it's my time now' as she shares personal update on single life

Over the years, Loose Women star Linda Robson has opened up to  ITV viewers about her personal life, including her recent split from husband Mark Dunford and her previous battles with addiction.

However, now the 67-year-old is now sharing her thoughts behind a new rising trend, holidaying solo.

It seems as though the Loose Women fan-favourite, which recently saw two stars caught in an awkward on-air spat, is all for the new craze as detailed how travelling along has transformed her life.

Speaking exclusively to GB News, Linda explained: "I'm a big fan of solo holidays. They can open new doors, new places, new people and new perspectives."

Although the ITV star confessed that, initially, she had nerves about venturing alone. She added: "It was scary at first, but then I relaxed and had an amazing time."

Acknowledging solo travel can sometimes feel lonely, she continued: "Sometimes if you're in a café by yourself, you do feel a bit lonely, but I just read my book and that gets me through it."

Linda explained that travelling alone can give someone a sense of confidence and independence as she stated every decision being made is for yourself, no-one else.

Safety is rarely a worry either. "We've got phones now; if I have an accident, I just get in touch with my kids. The best thing about it is every decision you make is yours. You eat where you want, stay where you want, and just enjoy the moment."

This year, the 67-year-old embarked on a busy family trip to Cyprus, although once she returned, Linda needed a break away alone to recharge.

She added: "It was hectic! So when I came back, I went away for a week on my own to relax."

Despite her breaks away, it looks as though Linda is as busy as ever as she has new collaborations coming up, including an upcoming project with her fellow Loose Women panellist Lesley Joseph which she said she was "really looking forward to".

This year, Loose Women, which Linda has been part of since 2012, was nominated for a National Television Award in the Daytime category.

Linda shared: "We didn't win, but being nominated was lovely, and we had a really nice night."

Instead of Loose Women taking the title, the award was given to This Morning, with hosts Alison Hammond, Dermot O'Leary, Ben Shephard, Cat Deeley and Josie Gibson taking to the stage.

Speaking about the win, Alison joked: "Oh my goodness, natural order has been restored! Can we just say a massive thank you to each and every person who voted for This Morning, we are so overwhelmed.

"We don't take it lightly that we've won this award. We're so, so grateful."

Loose Women is available to watch on ITVX. Breakfast with Stephen and Ellie is available to watch on GB News.