Travelling Solo? Here’s The Complete Guide and Tips on Solo Travel

Travelling can be daunting and fun at the same time. But what happens when we want to travel alone? Travelling solo is still not a cool thing in many conventional families. But, one thing is sure it is the trend of the millennials. Nothing wrong with it as solo travelling brings out the best in you. I started solo travel a decade ago, when there was no such digital media and Instagram or vlogging was also not that popular. If solo travelling is in your mind, then this blog is for you – I will tell you real examples and experiences that will help you in your next travel itinerary. Questions that might trigger your mind when you think of travelling solo like – what if I get lost? What if I encounter bandits? What if my luggage is stolen? Or many be many more – all these will be answered.

Let’s Start:

Be Ready With Your Homework

Take ample time to research and prepare a list of all the things required for the trip. For inspiration, you can check the vlog and read more. This is definitely not to miss a thing when travelling solo. Make clothing lists, learn about the place, understand the culture, try to speak with people who have been to the destination etc. this will help you.

Know Your Strong Points

See, when travelling solo certain anxiety arises out of nowhere and you feel butterflies in the stomach. DO not fear, move out of your comfort zone and keep going. DO not let the fear of not knowing the language, people, not being communicative etc. bother you.

Embrace And Survive

No matter whether you are travelling solo for the first time or time and time again – the anxieties can reoccur. Please don’t worry, embrace your true self, be confident and go out in the sun and experience the real you. If you are feeling low, try to hang out in any bar nearby, if you are feeling to be social, sit in a café reading a book or just make random friends and share the journey and learn.

Learn To Say NO

Yes, it is important, to learn to say NO in the local language this will help you to avoid any awkward situations you may face. See, travelling solo can attract a lot of attention in a foreign land, Ok, so be vigilant and try to be assertive and say No whenever needed.

Be Local In Stay

See, the whole idea is to be safe – right? Try to stay at a local homestay or a hostel. This will give you an opportunity to live with locals and learn about their culture and relish local food too. Make sure it is safe and clean, also at times it may be a little costly as compared to a regular hotel but it’s worth it.

Eat Good And Big – Be Local

So, all those fancy cafes, restaurants and clubs may entice you but they may fill you with fear too – being alone we become a little dubious to dine alone. But, stop, don’t fear, visit what you like and could probably say - “I made a special trip just to eat here, you know – I have heard about this place a lot - What do you recommend me to try out?" – this will help and waiters would love to serve solo diners.

Remember the world is an oyster when it comes to food tours.

Don’t Run Away

Look, even if you don’t want to hop on to the fancy bars at the night – still there’s an option. You can just binge on your favourite book, sit in a corner read and draw and pen down - Or the idea of roaming the parks, and museums in the daytime will give you a great insight into the local place. If nothing works it is ok to have an extra night in the room and binge watch Netflix.

Be Ready With The Backup – Always

Remember – as much you are ready and prepared for your solo trip – there can be chances when your heart pumps hard at the idea of missing something. In this case, just carry all the documents and travel papers handy as a second copy with you or keep one copy in the mail. Keep all the links for visa, passport and other documents handy on your phone and email.

Remember solo travel is pure freedom. Don’t stop yourself. In case you wish to have consultation, or collaboration or any business inquires you can email at [email protected]

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