Touring and traveling have become a means of knowing and understanding the world along with a hobby for people these days. Many people have even made it a means of employment and career. Not only this, but now women are also going on solo tours in large numbers and enjoying it. Be it in the country or abroad, not only young women but also women of 50 years and above have started liking to go on trips in groups or alone. Traveling only with family is no longer a condition. It is also related to doing something different from the daily routine and living your life according to your wishes. Due to the world becoming virtual, nowadays although facilities related to travel, accommodation, food, etc. are also available everywhere and are easily accessible, by keeping some things in mind, you can make your journey more pleasant. Especially if you are traveling solo.
If you are traveling alone, keep these things in mind.
Be careful while choosing a place. Do not choose any tourist place just because someone you know went there or the place looks good in the photographs. Instead, do a complete study before the trip. Is that place suitable for your choice and convenience? Which season will be suitable to go there and what facilities can be available there for solo traveling.
A smart wallet is necessary.
Fill your luggage only with that much that you can carry and run away in difficult times. Use a smart wallet. This means using less cash and more cards. If you are going abroad, then keep some currency of that place as well and also download the local mode of payments on your phone.
Necessary things according to the place
Whether you go to the beach or the mountains, some things are required at every place according to the weather and situation. Like beachwear or boots to be worn in snow. In such a situation, people often buy them and take them along. If you want to avoid the hassle of handling extra luggage and things, then search for the best rental vehicles at those places in advance. For this, advice can also be taken from local hotels or shops. If you are concerned about hygiene, then buy the said vehicles a day in advance, sanitize them, and then use them. Beach wear can be easily washed and dried.
Balance in mobile
Keep your mobile SIM ready with prepaid balance and data according to the place. Try not to use Wi-Fi everywhere. If there is no Wi-Fi anywhere, your mobile data can be useful. For this, choose a SIM and plan with the best connectivity.
Do not share travel information on social media.
Be careful about two things regarding your social media account. First, do not post the date and time of your departure and return, transportation, hotel, etc. here in advance. If you want to post, you can post it after returning from the trip. Keep the same thing in mind regarding photographs as well. Secondly, if you have a good friend or acquaintance from a local place on social media, then definitely take their opinion about that place offline.
Keep your bag with you.
Whether it is air travel or train travel, always keep your cabin luggage or small bags ziplocked with you, do not leave them open. Otherwise, if you lapse a little attention, it can create problems for you.
Complete information about the place
Get complete information about the local transport, language, and food of the place you are going to. Keep in mind that important words like help, bathroom, food, hotel, police station, etc. are called in the local language. Find options at that place according to your food habits (vegetarian-non-vegetarian).
Do not trust any stranger.
Do not trust anyone blindly. Especially in matters like staying at someone's house, eating food, or taking a lift. If you have to do this, then keep basic safety equipment like pepper spray, a small knife, etc. with you and while going to any place, do share the location and name, etc. with your family.
Travel related documents
In case of going out of the country, especially get travel insurance. This will give you a security cover for yourself and your luggage, which will be very useful in difficult times.
Carry at least four photocopies of all your important documents, such as visa, passport, Aadhar card, etc., in a pouch with you. Show the original documents only when needed and keep them safe with you.
Do not panic if you miss a flight, train, bus, etc. and do not trust anyone and go with them. Instead, take further information from the officials at the airport or railway station itself.
Be alert
Instead of going alone to any deserted place, stay around a group and reach your hotel or taxi, bus etc. on time.
When traveling in a group or with family, you have to be less cautious about yourself, but sometimes, When travelling, all the responsibility is on oneself. So do complete planning in advance and enjoy your journey with all the necessary safety equipment.
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