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People who have gone for solo travels would describe it as a religious experience. A way of finding your place in the world as you do some soul searching and taking in the new surrounding unfiltered by the preferences, tastes or prejudices of a traveling companion can be heady stuff.
However, traveling alone for the first can be a bit terrifying, especially if you travel to a destination that you’ve never been to before. Here are some tips that are essential and good to keep in mind as you prepare and plan for your next travel.
Do your home work before you arrive
First things first. It’s always a good idea to research and learn about the travel destination. Do some homework and find out if they can accommodate your specific requirements and how the policies are for visitors.
Choose the right accommodation
Book a hotel with a 24-hour front desk if you’ll be arriving late. Otherwise, you might have to end up waiting elsewhere or out on the street till they’re ready to receive you.
Trust yourself and exude confidence
Solo travel is all about gaining self-confidence and trusting yourself. Exude confidence and walk confidently with direction is an effective way for deterring unwanted attention, as appearing lost or confused can make you vulnerable. If you are lost, walk into a shop or restaurant and ask for directions there.
Single person itineraries
The best thing about solo travel is making your itinerary according to your taste and preferences. There are a number of companies who design and offer customized trips for solo travelers. By offering GPS routes and turn-by-turn directions for self-guided excursions and 24-hour emergency support (often based in-country), solo travelers can go their own way with peace of mind.
You can learn more about who you are
Solo travel allows you to learn more about yourself. Slowly push yourself to try new things; whether it be going for hiking or doing wakeboarding across the waters, its an experience to behold.
