Solo Travel Guide

There are great advantages to traveling alone. It allows you to control the pace, select your dining places and concentrate only on those activities that attract you. However, with a little bit of planning it can be less stressful and more affordable than going with someone.

Here’s how you can afford yourself a safe solo journey. In fact, you may even find out that you prefer travelling on your own rather than being in the company of others.

Share Your Travel Itinerary

Before departure, send your complete travel plans through an email to trusted friends and family members. You should mention destinations accommodation and dates are included. If there is any change in any plan inform them through email or text or social media private messages.

STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program) is worth considering for international travelers. This service enables registration of your itinerary at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate at no cost; thus facilitating emergency contact either by the US Government or loved ones.

Make an Emergency Plan

While emergencies are never welcome guests, it pays off to be prepared for such scenarios. Find out about hospitals, medical centers as well as police stations near where you will be staying during your vacation period. Such preparation is usually consoling and highly significant if one gets injured, falls sick or even loses property through theft.

Be Economical

Travelling alone means there is no splitting of hotel costs or rideshares expenditure but on the other hand also total control over your budget.Eat breakfast at trendy cafes that often feature tasty food and local culture instead of dining out every evening at expensive restaurants. Stay in hostels or book single rooms so that you can use the money saved for something else worthwhile.

Do Things You’ve Always Wanted To Do

The biggest advantage of solo travel is you make your schedule as per what suits you best.If say ballet has always been your thing yet none among those close to you seems interested then this is the best moment to make your dream come true. Enjoy the freedom of visiting art galleries or going bungee jumping or just relaxing – it is completely up to you.

Pack Light

Since you’ll be responsible for carrying your belongings, pack as little as possible. Plan to do laundry during your trip rather than packing an outfit for each day. Don’t bring much and it will be easier for you.

Consider Travel Insurance

Travel insurance provides peace of mind and financial cover in unforeseen circumstances. Some policies can cover trip cancellations, interruptions, theft, baggage delays, medical expenses and even evacuation costs from dangerous areas. Look at different ones until you find what suits you.

Be Cautious with Valuables

When leaving home take only necessary items: a phone, credit card, some cash, ID card and passport copy. Store other valuables such as jewelry extra cash and your actual passport in a hotel safe if available. Keep an eye on your stuff carefully.

Take Safety Precautions

Using common sense while traveling alone is the way to go streetwise with yourself in order to keep yourself secure. Take with you money, map guide book swahili book Trust instincts; stay aware of surroundings; appear confident . Let them know regularly how well things are going on your end back there at home. Resort to assistance from business people or police officers when lost.

Safe Countries for Solo Travel

Looking for destination ideas? ActiveBeat suggests these safe countries for solo travelers:

• Denmark
• Iceland
• Finland
• Uruguay
• Austria
• Czech Republic
• Portugal
• Canada
• New Zealand
• Singapore
• Slovenia
• Japan

The Main Thing

Going on a road trip alone can be a great way of exploring the world in your own way. You can sleep in, eat breakfast in bed or go on an early morning walk without thinking about anyone else’s desires. It is usually transformative and can boost self-esteem greatly. The only thing is that you must arrange a safe journey first before embarking on one.

Sophia Nguyen

Associate Writer • Environmental Technology and Sustainability Writer

Sophia writes articles on innovations in green technology, including ca energy, sustainable materials, and explores how technology can address environmental challenges and promote sustainability.