Do you dare to take the leap and travel alone?
Travel alone for the first time means many things. The main one, that feeling that you leave a kind of safety net at home that comes as standard whenever you embark on an adventure accompanied and that implies that, from the precise moment in which you leave national territory, setbacks are faced alone.
On the other hand, decision-making, from the choice of destiny and date up issues like " what do I want to eat today? " or "where am I headed?", they're also on their own, and that's what makes **traveling alone** so liberating.
We will not deny that it is an experience that, however, can't captivate everyone ; nor that more and more people are they go to try it even if it's just once in a lifetime. If so, you just need to know a series of tips **(here we have 25) ** , choose your destination and pack everything you need in your suitcase. We will take care of offering solutions to your main concerns.
It will be just you and your footsteps.
It is safe?
Do not panic! The safety is always important , regardless of the place or the company in which you travel; although we will not deny that doing it accompanied always offers a greater sense of security and that there are destinations that require more caution than others. Be informed of the place you travel to, that includes the existence of areas or areas not recommended for tourists , is always important, also when you go alone.
Provide an itinerary of your trip to a friend or member of your family with the addresses of the places where you will stay and have a copy of your documentation in your email or somewhere that you can access through an internet connection in case of loss or theft are some of the recommended measures whenever you travel.
Also, and although the watchword is to never lose sight of your belongings, put a padlock in your suitcase or backpack is important, you never know when you might need it. If you travel with several pieces of luggage, you can always choose a model with a steel cable that allows you to have all of them located with the use of a single closing mechanism.
In health terms, it is always advisable not to leave the European Union (as Spanish citizens, tourists are guaranteed free medical care in case of emergency thanks to the European sanitary card ) without health insurance to cover us in case of an emergency. For minor incidents you should never forget to include a first aid kit with the essentials among your belongings. In amazon We have found one of the most complete, which includes everything from the classic tititas to a thermal blanket.
I'll get bored?
We are not ashamed to admit that sometimes loneliness gives a little respect especially if it is the first time travel alone . The reality is that, as more and more people choose this option, you will always find people to interact with and, who knows, forge a beautiful friendship. Signing up for tours or group activities is another way to maintain contact with travelers; The same as opting for shared accommodation options in hostels or hostels.
Reading is a great method of entertainment and the electronic book is one of your great companions. The latest version of the Kindle Paperwhite has a battery that lasts for days and is waterproof. If you're looking for recommendations, 10 e-books with the most downloads of 2019 they are a good starting point. Like Board Games , they will help you to meet people and will make traveling and waiting a little more enjoyable.
What else do I need?
Traveling alone means that, at least initially, there are no companions to turn to if we have forgotten to get into the bag something essential. We know that in most destinations you will be able to buy what you need, but if there is something that you are not allowed to forget, it is a adapter . This design is suitable for more than 150 countries , including those that use the same system as the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. In addition, it has two USB ports and a voltage of 100-250 volts, to be able to use it all over the world.
Although the journey is focused on disconnection, the mobile phone It will be an essential tool. Buying a card with internet will make things much easier, you can use Google Maps even ordering an Uber; so keeping it always on battery is essential. So that being away from electricity is not an impediment, it is best to include an external battery in your suitcase. This Anker brand model with two USB ports, available in amazon It has the capacity to charge phones like the Samsung Galaxy or the iPhone XS between 4 and 5 times.
