There is always excitement when you go on a solo vacation. Why would you be traveling alone, with just yourself, for a company? Because it is fun!
While it is scary, it is the kind of scary that is felt when riding a roller coaster, buckling in, and bracing for the thrilling drop. It’s frightening. You, however, really want it.
Also, solo journeys are nothing short of life-altering. You go out into the world all on your own, without the need for anybody to assist you. You must choose the course, traverse the waters, and brave the uncharted territories of the unknown. We’re thrilled for you if you’re going on your first solo journey! This will be a great experience for you, but planning a solo trip is an entirely different game.
If you are new to this and know you will be facing various difficulties, you may benefit from some tips and tricks to assist you on your path. Read on to learn my 10 most important travel recommendations for your first solo trip.
1. Make being alone a habit.
This piece of advice is not as enjoyable sounding as you would think. However, it may be one of the most critical pieces of advice for those planning their first alone trip. First, I believe it is important to know how to be alone (and comfortable with it).
Remember, you’ll likely spend a great deal of time by yourself on your solo journey— it’s part of the adventure. Nevertheless, don’t be concerned. You grow accustomed to the isolation and meet other tourists nonetheless. Adjustment may still take some time. For example, every time you try to obtain a table for one at a restaurant while traveling, you will most definitely feel awkward.
2. Pack Lightly
This is crucial: Avoid large bags like the plague! They’re a disaster waiting to happen. Big backpacks are large and therefore have a great deal of room to fill, which may seem very tempting, and you’ll end up with a bunch of stuff you think you might need, but you really don’t.
Your huge backpack will be your companion as you travel the globe. By packing lightly, you’ll most surely avoid your trip being exhausting, painful, and all-around awful.
3. Think carefully about where you are going.
If you look into the future, where will you be going? Saying that is one thing, but really doing it is another. We’ve put forth a proposal:
Decide where to go on your trip based on such factors as budget, weather, the convenience of travel, and personal interest. It’s crucial to make sure you can afford to go there, that you’ll appreciate the great weather, that you’ll have the freedom to move about, and that you’re really interested in visiting the nation. Once you’ve located an area that is as exciting as it is relaxing, you’re almost ready to go.
4. Choose Your Departure Date Carefully, Too!
5. Decide on a Spending Plan (and a Savings Goal)
Any aspiring traveler knows how important money is. And if you’re traveling alone for the first time, the situation becomes much more complicated.
There are times when it seems like a roadblock in the path of a journey you really want to go on. Traveling for a long period of time may seem impossible if you have no money in your bank account.
Fortunately, you won’t need as much as you first believed. Many people travel across the globe on a low budget. Everything you need is already in you; all you need to do is practice, sacrifice, and be prepared to do things differently on the road. Setting a budget, though, is beneficial.
6. Plan ahead of time by making a reservation
For female solo travelers, this is particularly important. Plan ahead of time by making at least some reservations.
A reserved room can save you the effort of knocking on doors in search of housing, which may be especially intimidating after long hours of travel or when the weather is harsh—booking an accommodation for your next trip when you know where you’re going and when isn’t difficult.
TOP TIP: Hostels, particularly dormitories, are great places to meet other travelers with similar interests.
7. Always Tell Someone Where You Are.
Ensure someone in your social circle knows where you are at all times. Tell them your hotel’s name and address, and if you intend to be out of reach for a long, let them know that as well. It’s as much for their benefit as it is for yours.
If you’re heading away for the day, be sure to let your hotel or Airbnb receptionist, or landlord know. As a result, they’ll know roughly when to anticipate your return and will alert local authorities if you don’t show up.
8. Always have extra copies of important documents on hand.
9. Take Care of Yourself
Traveling alone is not inherently hazardous, but terrible things may happen to anybody, regardless of gender. Keep your eyes alert to avoid getting into trouble. Don’t go out alone at night in a new city, and stay away from places with inadequate lighting.
And by all means, keep your solo trip plans a secret. The goal is to create the appearance that someone is watching out for you and will go out of their way to find you if anything occurs.
