2. Sometimes we all need time alone to think about the
difficult things, we get it. Who else just wants to get
away? Traveling alone is inspiring. Go out there, be
alone to be yourself, and then there’s no pressure.
Here’re some tips on how to do it safely and
enjoyably:
3. 1. Tell Trusted Individuals
Well, unless you want to cut your arm off
with a penknife, tell your friends and
family where you’re going. It’s safer that
way. Then they can come and rescue you
when you’re in need.
4. 2. Make a Plan
When travelling alone, it’s important to
plan in advance. You don’t have to have a
detailed itinerary if you don’t want, just
make sure you know where you’re going
to stay for the first night. Get settled in.
5. 3. Don’t Travel Heavy
Packing lightly means that you can
manage your luggage yourself. It means
that you can leave a dangerous situation,
with your valuables, quickly. Seriously,
you can fit everything you need in a
backpack, just make it happen.
6. 4. Arrive and Travel by
Day
Plan to arrive in places while it’s still light.
It can be dangerous to move through
cities that you don’t know while it’s dark.
And you’re by yourself. It’s a sensible
move.
7. 5. Mobile Contract
Make sure you sort out your phone.
You’re not going to want to be worrying
about credit when making an emergency
call. Sort it out, then forget about it.
8. 6. Bring Battery Packs
There’re not many more annoying things
than your phone dying just when you
need it. Also, it’s nice to be able to have
enough power to watch Netflix while on
long bus or train rides. You’re going to
have a better time if you have enough
charge to look at google maps. Invest in a
good battery pack, you’ll love it.
9. 7. Go Out
Enjoy the evenings, go out alone and
enjoy yourself. Have a drink at a bar or go
to a few different pubs. It’s rewarding to
check out the nightlife of other places,
find a local band playing and let your hair
down!
10. 8. Find Other Travellers
You’ve got something in common, why
not talk about that? Share stories of your
journeys with other people at your hostel.
Make some friends, get their hot tips for
where to visit, have a better time.
11. 9. Mix with the Locals
Go, try and engage in the authentic
culture of the place that you’re visiting.
Wholesome stuff. Smile at the
shopkeeper, ask the barista how their day
is going, help someone who looks like
they need a hand, ask the cab where
people party... And once you’ve won
them over, ask them where’s good to eat.
12. 10. Watch the World Go
By
If you take the time to observe, you’ll
certainly see more of the world. Sit
outside a café and have a coffee, eat your
lunch on a park bench. Notice how people
do things differently, see how things
work, enjoy the details.
13. 11. Open Up
And while you’re striking up conversation
with new people, open up. It’s easier to
have meaningful and memorable
interactions when you’re honest and
upfront about difficult things. Just try. See
how much more intense these new
relationships are.
14. 12. Eat out Alone
And while it seems sad and lonely, it’s
actually incredibly enjoyable. When’s the
last time you had a meal out alone? Treat
yourself, and enjoy watching the world go
by around you. And eat what the locals
are eating, it’s going to be the best thing
on the menu.
15. 13. Take Tours
There’re generally some free tours going
in cities. Try taking a guided tour of a free
museum or art gallery, get quickly and
deeply involved with the context of the
work. Incredibly intellectually stimulating.
Or pay to take a tour of the city and
absorb the culture and landscape of the
place you’re visiting.
16. 14. Take Courses
Go on courses, do it! Courses abroad are
great ways to meet new people who are
interested about the same things as you.
Do something sporty, or something
crafty. Enjoy learning something new.
Find courses online on Airbnb or other
likeminded sites.
17. 15. Do Non-Touristic
Things
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Try
and see what the locals do for a good
time, and do that. It’s all well and good
doing the traditional tourist things, but
try to appreciate the place you’re visiting
from the local’s perspective.
18. 16. Get Away From
Everyone
Take some time to actually be alone,
since you’re traveling alone. Since you’re
traveling alone, take some time to
actually be alone. It’s all well and good
surrounding yourself by everything, but is
that really why you wanted to get away
all by yourself?
19. 17. Take Essentials Out
With You
Bring water. Bring money. Bring sun
cream if you need it, have the name of
where you’re staying written down, bring
a battery pack for your phone. Really,
these are about staying safe and healthy.
Hydration is very important in hot places,
and you’re going to get more out of your
trip if you’re feeling good.
20. 18. Do New Things
There’s going to be a lot of opportunity to
do new things, so do. Make the most of
your time away and try to have new
experiences. Make your trip away
memorable and get outside of your
comfort zone! Try looking at Airbnb’s
‘experiences’ for what to do while away.
21. 19. Take Photos
Looking back through happy memories is
a lovely thing. Document your travels,
remember what a good time you had.
Plus, you get to show other people just
how great it was!
22. 20. Trust Your Instincts
Don’t think it’s safe? It probably isn’t.
Doesn’t look good to eat? You’re likely
right. Seem like a scam? Chances are, it is.
Trust yourself, then act upon those gut
feelings. It’s always safer to opt out, but
don’t let your nervousness get the better
of you. Embrace new things, and have a
great time away!
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