Are you planning to explore your favorite places outside India all alone? Worried how it would go and where to start prepping from? Well, we have the solution to the prepping situation!
Planning a trip is easy; the real problem starts when you have to start with the execution. There is always a first time as a solo traveller, and trust us, it is addictive! And to make your solo travel the best experience, we have listed everything in this blog.
So, here’s how you can systematically start executing your solo trip:
Make A Day-Wise Plan
You may be confused about where to start once you reach your destination. Therefore, it is best to plan the initial days of your trip. Schedule which places you want to visit; this will eliminate the chances of getting overwhelmed.
Download Travel-Guide Apps
You are going to a totally new place, an altogether different country. The chances of facing language, currency, and route issues will be surely high. This is the chance to make good use of today’s technology! You can use Google Maps to visit places, use Google translate to eliminate the language problem, and use many currency conversion apps to avoid currency issues.
Such applications prove to be of great help while you are solo travelling. You cannot get lost with these apps!
Try To Know The Destination Well
Seeing a place in pictures and visiting it, in reality, are two very different things. It is always better to research the place you want to visit. You can do so by watching videos, reading reviews, and checking out people’s social media posts about it. Visiting your destination will become more fun if you know about it!
Go With A Clear Intent
Let’s face it. You are going all alone, and there is no second person to lighten up your day or set good vibes around you. Set your intention to visit the place; Ask yourself what you want to experience, or what you want to know about that place, or you just want to visit it for its scenic beauty.
Setting your intention clear will help you decide when you want to visit that place and how much time you want to spend there.
Choose The Best Location To Stay
Choose a location that suits your interests the best. If your places of interest are at the heart of the city, choose a nearby hotel or hostel. This will help you save money and travel time. The best practice is to choose a location which is most visited by tourists, as it is safe to stay, tried and tested, and will have many tourist facilities. However, you can choose other locations if you want to explore more.
Go for Shared Accommodations
Going on a solo trip doesn’t only mean discovering places but also meeting new people. If you want to spend your time meeting different people, hostels and Airbnb are the best choices. This will help you learn about different cultures, languages, and lifestyles!
Travel Your Way
Everybody has their own style of travelling, and so do you! Do not think about the right or wrong way of solo travelling; your purpose is to enjoy each and every moment you spend. People travel solo because they want to be with themselves and enjoy to the fullest; this is what you need to exercise too. Travel the way it makes you happy and gives you the best memories.
All plans made, there is something that shouldn’t be forgotten… your safety. Here’s how you can plan a safe solo trip:
Only Carry What’s Essential
You cannot carry everything on your solo trip. Pack only what is important. Keep your valuables like cash, credit cards, itineraries, and IDs in a separate pouch that you can see all the time. Carry copies of your IDs and itineraries in case you need to submit them at certain entries.
Get Your Travel Insurance Done
You don’t know what will happen to you in the future. Therefore it is always a good idea to safeguard yourself. You have already invested so much in your solo travel, getting travel insurance will only make the trip safer, as it covers any evacuation or medical expenses.
Inform Your Loved Ones About Your Trip
Share your travel details and itineraries with your family members so that they know your travel plans and location. Once you have reached the destination, let the hotel staff know where you are going and what is the expected time of your return.
Conclusion
As much fun as solo travelling is, it is equally difficult to plan everything, so it becomes a memorable trip. The above-mentioned execution and safety pointers will help you plan your solo trip well so that it is safe and you make the best memories!