Solo traveling is scary and exciting! Traveling alone is an excellent experience for anyone to do at least once in a lifetime. Although it might sound anxiety-inducing or even dangerous, you will have a blast if you do it right. First, let us debunk a myth – because you travel solo, you have to stay in your corner alone. It’s a great opportunity to meet locals or fellow travelers. You will also be able to just do what you want. Resource yourself and relax. No need to compromise on what you will visit, when, and where to eat; you are completely in charge. Need some guidance to make sure you have got everything ready? Keep on reading, then!
Join some forums
No one knows better than other travelers what it’s like to travel solo. See what people say. Do they have recommendations, dos, and don’ts? There are many forums and groups on social media that you can search for and join.
They will give you precious information. The best thing is that you can even connect with some, and why not meet them if they are local? Traveling solo doesn’t mean that you have to be unsocial or alone at all costs!
Copy and save
When traveling solo, you’ll be alone. Logic, right? But with the same reasoning, no one can be there with you to remind you about your documents, confirmation emails, maps and more. Make sure you have a copy of everything!
Print it just to be on the safe side; we never know what could happen if your battery dies or lose your phone. Make a copy of all your documents, and store them in a cloud. This might come in handy if something happens. Play it safe!
Listen to your gut
If you are not feeling it, don’t do it! We have all had this gut feeling where something doesn’t feel quite right; we might not even be able to pinpoint exactly what, but when solo traveling, please, listen to your instinct!
There might be situations where you get this gut feeling – listen to it, and try to understand. If you can’t shake it off, at least make sure you are safe and have thought about all the different scenarios that can happen. Don’t take unnecessary risks.
Just do it!
Shall I try to chat? Should I do this activity? Would it be too weird because I am alone? Those are some examples of thoughts you might have when traveling alone. You are already outside of your comfort zone. Good job!
Solo traveling is a big step, and you are doing great. We would encourage you to enjoy your trip fully! It’s when the best moments can happen. Do what you please, and enjoy because you are in charge. Don’t be afraid to do something because you are alone. Who cares!
Traveling solo= alone?
Because you travel alone doesn’t mean you have to stay alone! It’s a great opportunity for you to meet people from online forums, make new acquaintances, have small chats with strangers, and more!
One great way to meet people is to stay at hostels, which are cheaper, and you can meet travelers from all over the world! Even fellow solo travelers. Join some tourist groups – there is often room for one more. You can also use some social apps when you arrive to meet people in your area.
