The journey is full of travails, but is ultimately a healing and uplifting experience. Travelling solo can bring confidence, instil independence, inspire and even enhance your future career and personal life. So, whether you\u2019re taking on a big adventure or just having a city break, follow some basic rules to stay safe, broaden your horizons and have a great time.<\/p>\n
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1. Plan, plan and plan<\/strong><\/h2>\nSpontaneity is good sometimes, but the more research and planning you do ahead of your trip, the more confident you will be and the less chance there is of anything going wrong. Research your locations, find out as much as you can about where you\u2019re going and how you will get there, know the times of your transport and connections, and book your accommodation in advance.<\/p>\n
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2. Look and act confident<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe more you plan the more confident you will appear, which means you\u2019ll be far less likely to fall prey to unwanted attention. Hold your head up, have a confident stride and look like you know what you\u2019re doing. Anyone preying on travellers will opt for the easy target, so don\u2019t let that be you. That means no standing on a street corner looking lost and waving your guidebook around. Look like you know where you are \u2013 even when you don\u2019t!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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3. Stranger danger<\/strong><\/h2>\nYou\u2019re travelling alone, so meeting new people is all part of the fun and experience. But, while staying open-minded to people from all different places, it\u2019s good to be just a little wary. This is the time to remember what your mother told you: don\u2019t get into cars \u2013 or go home \u2013 with strangers.<\/p>\n
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CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0Fabian Reus<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n4. Stay in the light <\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\nBeing alone doesn\u2019t mean being all tucked up in bed at 9pm. By all means go out after dark but try to stay in well-lit, crowded places. If you\u2019re walking alone after dark and you\u2019re in a place that\u2019s poorly lit, remember to carry a torch or download one onto your smartphone.<\/p>\n
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5. Watch what you drink<\/strong><\/h2>\nThere\u2019s nothing wrong with enjoying a few drinks on holiday, but if you\u2019re alone it\u2019s advisable to monitor your alcohol intake. You\u2019ll be far less likely to get into difficulty if you have a clear head. And don\u2019t ever accept drinks from strangers or leave your drink unattended.<\/p>\n
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6. Act accordingly<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhether drinking or not, you should adjust your level of alertness according to where you travel. Research your destination. If you\u2019re in a busy metropolis that\u2019s known for a high crime rate, it makes sense to behave differently than you would in, say, a quiet beach resort known for its safety.<\/p>\n
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7. Take\u00a0Books With You<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Experience](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Experience-the-ultimate-tropical-paradise-in-Boracay-800x534-1.jpg\")
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Hiding behind a book or tablet while eating out can be a mixed blessing. It\u2019s a great way to put off unwanted attention if you\u2019re not in the mood to meet other travellers or if someone undesirable approaches, but if you do want to meet people \u2013 and remember there are plenty of other solo travellers out there keen to meet you \u2013 put the book away, and be open and friendly.<\/p>\n
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8. Choose single-friendly destinations<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe world\u2019s most romantic destinations \u2013 Paris or the Maldives, for instance \u2013 are perhaps not the best places to travel solo if you\u2019re bothered by crazy-in-love couples mooning about. But there are plenty of other destinations that won\u2019t make you feel that way and where lots of other solo travellers hang out.<\/p>\n
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9. Stay in touch<\/strong><\/h2>\nStay in touch with loved ones back home, whether by phone or internet. Make sure people have a copy of your schedule and where you\u2019re supposed to be and when. Make arrangements to check in from time to time.<\/p>\n
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10. Do as you please<\/strong><\/h2>\nLast and best of all, do\u00a0whatever you want!<\/p>\n
Yes, you need to take care of yourself, but the above are just precautions, and not meant to put you off. Remember all the many benefits of solo travel, including the big one \u2013 no one to consult about your daily schedule, leaving you to do exactly as you please all day long. Make the most of it.<\/p>\n
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To find some ideal destinations for your solo travel adventure, and to book your trip, head to our site<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\nThe more you plan the more confident you will appear, which means you\u2019ll be far less likely to fall prey to unwanted attention. Hold your head up, have a confident stride and look like you know what you\u2019re doing. Anyone preying on travellers will opt for the easy target, so don\u2019t let that be you. That means no standing on a street corner looking lost and waving your guidebook around. Look like you know where you are \u2013 even when you don\u2019t!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n You\u2019re travelling alone, so meeting new people is all part of the fun and experience. But, while staying open-minded to people from all different places, it\u2019s good to be just a little wary. This is the time to remember what your mother told you: don\u2019t get into cars \u2013 or go home \u2013 with strangers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Being alone doesn\u2019t mean being all tucked up in bed at 9pm. By all means go out after dark but try to stay in well-lit, crowded places. If you\u2019re walking alone after dark and you\u2019re in a place that\u2019s poorly lit, remember to carry a torch or download one onto your smartphone.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s nothing wrong with enjoying a few drinks on holiday, but if you\u2019re alone it\u2019s advisable to monitor your alcohol intake. You\u2019ll be far less likely to get into difficulty if you have a clear head. And don\u2019t ever accept drinks from strangers or leave your drink unattended.<\/p>\n Whether drinking or not, you should adjust your level of alertness according to where you travel. Research your destination. If you\u2019re in a busy metropolis that\u2019s known for a high crime rate, it makes sense to behave differently than you would in, say, a quiet beach resort known for its safety.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hiding behind a book or tablet while eating out can be a mixed blessing. It\u2019s a great way to put off unwanted attention if you\u2019re not in the mood to meet other travellers or if someone undesirable approaches, but if you do want to meet people \u2013 and remember there are plenty of other solo travellers out there keen to meet you \u2013 put the book away, and be open and friendly.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The world\u2019s most romantic destinations \u2013 Paris or the Maldives, for instance \u2013 are perhaps not the best places to travel solo if you\u2019re bothered by crazy-in-love couples mooning about. But there are plenty of other destinations that won\u2019t make you feel that way and where lots of other solo travellers hang out.<\/p>\n Stay in touch with loved ones back home, whether by phone or internet. Make sure people have a copy of your schedule and where you\u2019re supposed to be and when. Make arrangements to check in from time to time.<\/p>\n Last and best of all, do\u00a0whatever you want!<\/p>\n Yes, you need to take care of yourself, but the above are just precautions, and not meant to put you off. Remember all the many benefits of solo travel, including the big one \u2013 no one to consult about your daily schedule, leaving you to do exactly as you please all day long. Make the most of it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To find some ideal destinations for your solo travel adventure, and to book your trip, head to our site<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"3. Stranger danger<\/strong><\/h2>\n
CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0Fabian Reus<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n4. Stay in the light <\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Watch what you drink<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n6. Act accordingly<\/strong><\/h2>\n
7. Take\u00a0Books With You<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n8. Choose single-friendly destinations<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n9. Stay in touch<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n10. Do as you please<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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