Top Tips for Travelling Solo
Travelling can be scary but travelling solo can be terrifying. We have all been in a situation where we have to want to go on holiday but no one else can get the time off work or has the money. I have also been in a situation where no one could agree where to go or the type of holiday to go on, so nothing ever happened.
Going alone means you can go where you want and do what you want. No worrying about making sure everyone in your group is happy, no having to fit around other people’s budgets. Here are a few top tips if you are considering travelling solo.
Avoid The Single Supplement
Some places design their rooms or cabins for 2 people. This means that if you stay on your own, you will be charged more to make up for the lost revenue. To avoid this, you should always check for any single supplement’s before you book.
Some companies specialize in holidays for solo travellers and can help you avoid this. Similarly, larger companies will have a selection of holidays dedicated to solo travellers.
Stay Somewhere With Free Wifi
If you are travelling solo, you are bound to be a little nervous. Similarly, your family and friends are likely to be nervous. Book somewhere with free Wifi so you can keep in constant contact with home. This can be through video calling or simply uploading pictures to social media.
A lot of phone contracts offer some international data and minutes. But his may be limited and only cover certain countries. Wifi ensures you won’t run out if you need to use it for emergencies. The speed and quality will be better over Wifi especially if you are video calling.
Let Your Hair Down
If you are travelling solo, no one will judge you. Spend the time doing things you like not what others expect you to do. No one will say anything about you spending the day at a particular museum or visiting a niche attraction. Similarly, no one will judge your clothing choices. If you are going somewhere warm like Ibiza and wish to wear your new bikini, go for it.
Travelling solo is also the perfect time to tick something off your bucket list. Bucket lists can be very personal and as you are spending time alone why not take the time to do something you have always wanted to do? Whether you’ve always wanted to climb Mont Blanc or treat yourself to New York Knicks Tickets (click here to find out more) now is the time to do something special and make those important memories.
Take Lots Of Photos
Travelling solo is different from travelling with your family. No compromising on what activities you do. You will spend the whole holiday only doing things you want. Make the most of this by taking lots of photos to remind yourself of adventures.
Your family and friends will love to see what you are up to. keep them updated with lots of photos and it can feel like they are there with you.
Leave A Copy Of Your Plans
Leave a copy of your itinerary with family or friends. Include flight details, hotel details and any days where you may be unreachable. In the event of an emergency, your family know where you are and how to contact you.
This will also help if you lose any paperwork. For example, you have gone out and wondered slightly further than expected but now need the address for your hotel for the taxi. This is also useful if someone is picking you up from the airport as they can use your flight details to track your flight in the case of it being delayed.
Speak To Other Travellers
Social media can be a fantastic thing. Follow fellow solo travellers or join a Facebook group with other solo travellers to get ideas and advice on your holiday. You may find someone who has been to the places you’re going or will be there at the same time as you.
Travelling Solo
Travelling solo can be scary but can be very rewarding. If you are planning on travelling solo, hopefully, these tips will give you a little more confidence and make your holiday the best it can be. Have confidence and embrace the freedom that travelling solo brings.
