subject: Travelling Alone Tips For Safe Travel [print this page] As the World seems to get smaller, the ability to travel it is increasingly easy. So it means that more than ever, people are choosing to travel alone when friends cant agree on where to go.
In fact, single travel gets more popular each year, as traditional travel operators have branched out into offering single travel.
Travelling by yourself can be a little bit daunting, if youre new to it. So thats why weve prepared some helpful tips on travelling alone.
Now whilst single travellers should be careful and vigilant it doesnt mean you cant have fun! Travelling alone is great fun and many find it liberating too! Think of the perks no one else to consider, doing what you want, when you want.
Daytime Travel Check-In TimesWhen planning your trip, try to ensure you arrive in daylight. This means you can get your bearings, find your feet and feel comfortable with your surroundings so at night time you can move around confidently.
Share Your Travel PlansAlways make sure you give a full itinerary of your journey, including flight details to close friends and family so they know where you are throughout your trip.
Copy Travel DocumentsCopy your travel documents including your passport and leave them with family or friends at home. This is so that should the worst happen and you lose them you have copies to help you get the details you need. Also keep a copy of the UK Embassy in both the UK and their office in the country you are travelling to.
Stay In TouchAlways keep in touch and its especially easy with mobile phones. Text or phone as soon as youve arrived and keep in touch throughout your trip as you travel from city to city, from beach to beach. You know youre OK but loved ones at home will always worry!
Pack LightRemember, its just you with those heavy bags so dont pack anything you really dont need no packing the kitchen sink! Think mix and match, not hundreds of different outfits.
Pack essential documents in a bag that securely fastens, keeping any openings facing inwards. Reconsider a suitcase for a travellers rucksack. That way you can haul it on your back and have your hands free. Rucksacks arent exclusively for back-packers, consider one even if youre in a luxury hotel with the intention of sitting on a beach for a week.
First Aid KitBefore you go be sure to spend the few months before getting yourself in to tip top shape by eating plenty of your 5-a-day and taking vitamins.
Make sure you have a good first aid kit with you - being ill on your own means you wont have someone to nip off to the chemist for you. Make sure you have the basics such as plasters, antihistamine, medication for upset tummies and diarrhoea.
Once you are away, take a prevention is the cure approach and always drink bottled water, when ordering drinks ask for no ice, and wash all your fruit and vegetables before eating them.
Learn the Local CustomsRespecting the customs and cultures of the countries you are travelling to will not only enhance your trip but also avoid any problems regarding attire, tips etc.
Table for OneTheres no stigma in eating alone these days, and you wont be the only one. If you are a bit nervous about it, then choose a busier restaurant with a table on the edge of the dining area great for people watching, or better still, choose to eat at the bar that is really social and fun.
PreparationAvoid getting huge maps out in quieter streets, instead plan your day, even consider making small notes so you can refer to these instead of giveaway tourist guide books and maps.
ConfidenceTravel confidently. Be assertive. Youll be far less of a target for thieves. Be bold and brave!
Dress AppropriatelyRemember that different countries have different cultures and therefore being fully aware of these is very important. Respecting cultures through your clothing will let you get on with your travels without any unnecessary confrontation.
Also, consider what jewellery you have on. Its always advised to wear as little as possible, deterring pickpockets and thieves.
by: Michelle Blackmore
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