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Top 20 Tips for Solo Travel: Making the Most of Your Solo Journey

Embark on a memorable solo travel journey with these helpful tips. Stay safe, embrace spontaneity, and make lifelong memories with my list of the top 20 tips for solo travel.

Solo travel can be an incredibly enriching and empowering experience, but it also comes with unique challenges. To ensure a successful solo adventure, it’s essential to prioritize safety and planning. To help you with this, I have included my list of the top 20 tips for solo travel for you to review. There are so many aspects of solo travel that many travelers don’t even consider. For instance,…

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The perfect hill station road trip may seem like a dream come true with cool breezes, plush mountains and a fun-filled trip. However, if you’re someone who loves travelling to mountains by road, you need to be wary about a few things before embarking on your journey. Besides packing the right clothing and footwear for mountainous terrain, you should also plan your meals and avoid certain foods…

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When I was in college, I let German tourists take pictures with me in my graduation gown. Even at the time I thought it was weird. But since my college years, I haven’t allowed strangers to take pics of me “just because” here or abroad. “Curiosity” means very little to me. People on the clock app were saying in China they actually have been known to post pics of Black people on WeChat to make fun of them. So, maybe not the best idea to let strangers take pics of/with you. Anyway, I wish you all safe, joyous, and comfortable travels. You deserve to see the world in peace just like anyone else.

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Omg just over a month until my trip to Japan!!! Can't believe it's almost here! Feels like yesterday it was like 200 days away 😭

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kind of want to travel to an island for a like maybe 3 days but im not sure if its safe to go alone...female mutuals would u feel safe to do that?like stay alone at a hotel and stuff

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I’m so glad that you had a lovely time in Tokyo!! Bring me in your suitcase next time? /j <3

What’s your advice for travelling on your own???

This is probably going to be a long one, so I apologize in advance 😅 Here's some advice that has helped me on my solo trips to Korea and Japan:

• Do research on where you're going. See what's allowed in the country (especially if you're bringing medications). Read up on other people's travel experiences in that country. Know what kind of transportation you'll need to use there and how to access it (trains, buses, taxis, rental cars). Make sure you have a bit of an idea of what to expect when you get there, so culture shock won't hit you hard.

• Have foreign currency *before* you leave. Chances are you'll need it as soon as you land at your destination.

• Make sure you have a power adapter/wall charger in case they have different outlets. A back up phone charger and pocket wifi is also a must!

• Find points of interest that you might enjoy visiting and make a private Google map with all those places marked. Then if you're in an area that happens to have a lot of your interests in it, you can tackle them all at once. This was my map for Tokyo! I made two separate lists; one for places I wanted to visit, and one for restaurants I wanted to try.

Unfortunately I didn't get to visit all of these because my trip was only 5 days. But it gave me a good idea of areas I could go to hit multiple points of interest!

• Make sure all your legal documents are valid. Passports, visas, licenses, etc. Make sure you know what documents you need to enter that country. Also bring a photocopy of those documents just in case something happens to the original.

• Get travel insurance. It's cheap and easy to get. And if something goes wrong, you'll be completely covered to be flown back home.

• Do what you can to keep yourself safe. You can buy personal safety items or read up on self defensive measures to take while traveling. I have this little siren doorstop, so if anyone tries to come into my hotel room, it not only blocks the door from opening but also emits a 120db siren to scare anyone off.

And it works *very well*. I nearly deafened myself when testing it XD

• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings. Tourists are easy targets for pickpockets because we're so distracted by everything (especially in big, tourist heavy cities).

• Never tell anyone that you're traveling alone. Book your hotel room for 2 people (its the same price as single rooms anyway). And give your hotel info to someone back home that you trust so they can know where you'll be.

• Trust your gut instinct too. If you're getting bad vibes off someone, just walk away and distance yourself from them.

• Don't be afraid to try new things! New foods, music, dancing, shows, festivals, etc. Just get out there and see things you've never seen before!

• This is kinda a personal preference one, but *avoid* tourist spots. So many people line up to take the same pics in the same tourist trap locations, waiting hours just for nothing. Instead, speak to locals and do things they recommend! Or just wander around and see what you stumble across. Touristy areas tend to have more expensive prices for everything anyway, so you'll save money going elsewhere! XD

• Allow your plans to change based on what you personally feel like doing in that moment. Don't force yourself to stick to a travel itinerary.

• Bring snacks just in case your tum craves something familiar. I usually stick to granola bars or Biscoffs since they last a while.

• If you're going somewhere that has a different language, learn the basics in that language. Knowing how to say "hello", "yes", "no", and "thank you" will help you so much! And locals tend to love seeing tourists put an effort into trying to communicate with them in their language.

• Also be patient. There will be times when there will be confusion between you and other people. That's just what happens when two different cultures meet. But don't get mad. Try calmly working thru the confusion and see if you can figure something out.

• On that same note, BE KIND. You are a guest in someone else's home. You have no right to demand things to be a specific way. Respect their rules, even if it doesn't make sense to you. Be grateful that you have this amazing opportunity that so many others may never have.

Solo traveling can be pretty intimidating. But if you plan and prepare everything well before you leave, your trip will be so much more enjoyable!

Let me know if you have any other questions about solo traveling! I want you guys to have safe and fun trips too!! ^^

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solo travel tips

safety

Yep, this is the no-so-fun part of the article, but I’ll make it quick and easy! Us women are so tired of hearing all the horror stories of doing things without men and how dangerous it is. The fact is that traveling, especially solo-traveling, is dangerous for anyone of any gender, age, or size. So, let’s break down some safety tips into bullet points and get this over with!

Do not share your hotel, campsite, etc. with anyone.

Keep your belongings on you; do not put them down

Do not count or organize money in front of others

Do not walk alone at nighttime

Do not accept random rides

Stay (mostly) sober and WATCH. YOUR. DRINK.

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fun tips :)

If you are driving somewhere, see what stops you can make along the way. Who knows when you will be along this route next? Make the most of it and see everything you can!

If you are on an airplane, don’t be afraid to talk to people sitting next to you. I have had some of the best conversations with the people in my row. Sometimes they aren’t very social but at least give it a try. What is the worst that can happen?

reasons to love solo travel

Doing what you want on your time. If you want to spend extra time at a mountain overlook, you won’t have a group rushing you! If you are tired and want to head back early, you can do that, too.

No drama. The only person who can affect your energy on this amazing trip is YOU.

Healing. Use this as time to yourself to reflect, meditate, and rest without the pressure of others.

Prove your independence to yourself. You can do big girl things! 

Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something new, even though you are alone. It’s intimidating to do things on your own, but you do not need to be with a big group to do fun things. 

souvenirs

Collect or buy some souvenirs! You can collect rocks, seashells, pinecones, or flowers. **Do not take those things from national parks!! Permits - Geology (U.S. National Park Service) 

Travel souvenirs, like keychains, snow globes, or hats, can make nice gifts for your family and friends.

pictures

While you shouldn’t spend the whole trip looking through your camera, take a few pictures each day; you really don’t need more than that. 

Pictures include selfies. For the longest time, I didn’t take selfies because I had low self-esteem. I wish I could go back and take more pictures. I would love to have those memories. Moral of the story: don’t overthink it, just take the selfie and move on!

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Budget Solo Travel Tips: How to See the World Without Breaking the Bank

Solo travel doesn’t have to drain your savings! With the right tips, you can explore the world on a budget. Here’s how:

Pick Affordable Destinations: Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, and Central America offer great experiences for less.

Book Smart: Stay in hostels, use Airbnb for longer stays, and consider house-sitting for free accommodation.

Cheap Travel Hacks: Walk, bike, use public transport, and watch for flight deals. Pack light to avoid extra fees!

Budget-Friendly Activities: Enjoy free walking tours, hiking, and discounted museum days.

Safety on a Budget: Stay aware, use a money belt, and invest in travel insurance.

Solo travel on a budget is possible and rewarding!

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