Regardless of whether you enjoy traveling alone or not so much, you can always get the most out of your solo trips. The following tips can make any journey you take on your own a lot more fulfilling, interesting and exciting, so don’t hesitate to apply them when you find yourself in this situation.
1. Positive lodging reviews only!
For a solo traveler, things can get a bit awkward and uncomfortable when they have to spend the night at an unfamiliar place without a companion they know. This is why it’s always better to avoid unpleasant surprises and always try to book your stay at places that have positive reviews. Luckily, it’s rather easy to find out what places are rated positively with just a little bit of online research.
2. Look for free Wi-Fi
When traveling, you should spend most of your time exploring. But you will still have to spend a portion of your days at your hotel. Again, sometimes things can get a little awkward if you don’t have anyone to talk to while you’re eating or simply relaxing indoors. This is why, aside from the mentioned positive reviews, you should also focus on booking a place that has free Wi-Fi. An Internet connection will give you something to occupy yourself with, and you can even chat with your friends and family on Skype or other similar apps.
3. Try to be open about meeting other travelers
Meeting new people doesn’t come easy to everyone. But if you’re generally a communicative person and you find yourself traveling alone, don’t hesitate to break the monotony of your solo travel by meeting other people. You can meet others at the hotel you’re staying at, as you’re exploring and even when visiting local events. And if you’re staying at a local’s place, befriend your lodgers and ask them to recommend bars and cafes with the best social opportunities.
4. Always be prepared
One drawback of traveling alone is the fact that you will be the only one responsible for your comfort and safety. This means that you have to think about all the essentials to bring with you as there will be no one else to share that burden with. In that respect, you may want to equip yourself with some Go Travel necessities such as a head pillow, ear plugs, a travel hairdryer, a raincoat, etc. Of course, don’t forget to pack your own first aid kit.
5. Be out and about as much as you can
If you really want to make the most of your solo travels, which doesn’t necessarily mean socializing at bars in the evenings, make sure to get up really early to start your sightseeing day as soon as possible. This will allow you to visit different spots at your destination, which can be really important if you’re traveling during the seasons when days are shorter.
6. Try something new
You may not be used to trying new things in your daily life, but traveling solo will allow you to experience as many new things as you want. After all, there’s no one else to be embarrassed or nervous in front of. This doesn’t have to be something extreme unless you want it to. As long as the activity in question is not something you usually do, go ahead and do it. In that sense, even singing at the local pub’s karaoke night can make this trip unforgettable and fun for you.
7. Take plenty of pictures
Don’t miss the opportunity to save the memory of every place you visit by taking plenty of pictures. Every experience you have on your journey is worth commemorating with a quick snap. And with the quality of modern smartphones these days, you’ll definitely get to capture the beauty of your travels, even when it comes to breathtaking nature or a mesmerizing sunset. Not to mention that you’ll be able to share your experience with your friends and family by sharing some of these pictures on social media.
Every experience can be a positive one if you let it. This is especially true for traveling alone. Not only will you get to see amazing things but you’ll also decide on your own itinerary and schedule. Just make sure to follow this crucial tip for every traveler out there – always have a prepared emergency contact list, just to be 100% on the safe side.
