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Have you ever traveled alone? If yes am sure I need not mention how adventurous it can be. But if you haven’t, solo travel is a must at least in a lifetime. The adventure, the thrill and the excitement of traveling solo is beyond words and that’s not all. You can also enjoy myriads of advantages including you don’t have to worry about your co-travelers, you do whatever you want and much more. But solo travel can also turn disastrous if not careful.

So if you planning to travel solo, here are some tips to help you enjoy a hassle free travel.

·         Try to pack as light as you can. As you are traveling alone, you won’t have anyone to watch over your luggages while going to washroom, waiting in the line to buy your bus ticket or train ticket.

·         When traveling alone, it is always advisable to stay in a family run B&B or a youth hostel as this will allow you to mingle with other travelers and locals. Even if you can afford to rent a cab to explore the city, try a tour bus. Am sure you will enjoy the companion of other travelers from different parts of the globe.

·         No matter where you are heading, please try to learn at least some basic local dialects, such as ‘where is the airport’, ‘toilet’, nearest hotel and police stations.

·         Knowing even the slightest of local language always pays off. Never take out your map and read it in the streets, if you feel you are lost or you need to know the direction, go to a cafe, grab a bite and do the map reading.

·         I known while traveling, being a part of its nightlife is a must but please be careful. Try to stay away from alcohol or drugs. At least know your limit as you are traveling alone, you don’t have anyone to watch your back incase if you get stoned.

·         Always get a photocopy of all your documents including passport and keep it in a safe place. Don’t even think of carrying all your cash in one place.

Well, these are some tips that you need to be careful of while traveling alone. If you have any idea or tips, do share it.