When I tell stories about my solo travel, the number one response I
receive from women is,
"I wish I could do something like that".
Traveling alone can seem intimidating, but with a few tips, you can learn
to travel independently while staying safe.
Start Small
If traveling alone makes you nervous, the best way to start is to ease
your way in. Taking a local, weekend trip can be a great way to
experiment if this style of traveling is for you. Research places that
are close by, where a majority of people speak a language you know, and
that you can easily leave if you do not enjoy the experience.
Put Down Your Phone
Walking around with your head burried in your phone makes you less
aware of your surroundings. When traveling on my own, I plan my route
ahead to the best of my ability and try to glance at my phone only when
I need a quick refresher on directions. Plus, this way you'll get to
soak in the scenery of the place you are visiting!
Connect With Other Female Travelers
Solo travel has become more common amongst women. I normally run into
at least one other solo female traveler on my adventures. It's not only
fun to meet a new friend, but chatting with each other can give you
ideas of things to do in the area and a safe person to reach out to if
you need help.
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