Tips For First Time Solo Trip

Imagine you reach the place of your dream. You are on your way to a hotel. You click a few pictures on the way. Finally, you reach the hotel. Now, all you want to do is take some rest and then start exploring the place. But, there is no room available! Or imagine this, your parents finally give a green signal to your solo trip. You have done all your planning. You go to book the flight tickets 1 or 2 day before your trip. But, there is no ticket available! Trust us, you don’t want that! Our advice would be to book in advance to avoid such a mess. This will save you from a lot of pressure during the journey. Needless to say booking hotel and flight in advance comes with discounts as well!

This is a very important step that you just cannot miss. Because you will feel less overwhelmed and more prepared if you have an idea of what to expect. Plus, you will have more knowledge about the place even before visiting. So, to make the most out of your solo travel, don’t skip the research part. And did we tell you that this will help you select the best places for solo trips? That’s right! Select mountains, beaches, forests or deserts - the choice is all yours. If you ask us, it is better to select places with less crowd if they overwhelm you. Also, you can keep online translators handy to be able to speak in their local language efficiently.

Carrying heavy luggage is a daunting task for any holiday! It's no different for solo vacations. A simple solution to this problem is to pack less stuff! That’s right! Carrying only the travel essentials will make your luggage lighter and you can take it along wherever you go without any trouble. On that note, you must be wondering what are essentials that you must carry. Don’t worry we have a list ready for you. Hardcopies and photocopies of passports, reservation confirmations, tickets, money, cards and driving license are something that you must carry. Also, your mobile, clothes (as per the season) and medicines for safety purposes.

Now comes the most important part - keeping your stuff safe. Traveling alone has a lot of thrill and also a lot of responsibility. There is a lot to do starting from travel arrangements to keep your stuff safe. But, don’t panic! We have some secrets that will help you keep your things safe. Limit carrying any expensive item, keep all the essentials in one place, and always keep your wallet in the front pocket wherever you go. Also, take a picture of your cab number and turn your GPS on during travel. We know, it may seem a lot, but trust us, once you learn these techniques, you will become a master at keeping your stuff safe! And as mothers used to say, don’t take toffees from unknown people, we say, don’t ask a stranger to take care of your things!

Family being concerned about your first solo trip is quite obvious! Get them timely updates on your whereabouts to keep them informed. And talking to them once in a while will take care of all the homesickness! In case you don’t have good cell reception, Wifi is easily available even in remote areas nowadays.

You might come across an unwanted situation where you need help. Although you can resolve half of your issues on the internet, some help needs offline solutions. If you don’t understand the language of the place you are traveling to, learn to say “Help” or “Excuse me” in the local language. Another suggestion! Keep an online translator handy, it will help you interact with the town residents. Also, memorise the emergency number of the place you are planning to visit. Even better, save the number on your contacts before going for the solo traveller holidays. Always good to stay prepared!

We understand the first solo trip can be all about huge expectations and excitement. But, trust us when we say this, it is always better to stay open to new experiences. And that’s because you can plan all you want, but some things can go differently on solo tours. Remember, unplanned things are often better than the planned ones!

Excited? So are we! Now you know what to keep in mind for your first solo trip. Make a checklist for these tips for traveling alone and you will never go wrong. And all the best for your big step!