The number of women choosing to travel alone has increased phenomenally in the last ten years. Just because you don't have a readymade travelling companion doesn't mean you can't enjoy a holiday. There is a growing market for lone travelers and hotels, tour operators and other companies throughout the sector are realizing that they have to cater for the lone female traveler. For a woman who loves traveling alone here are some tips that can help you in your journey.
- Take out travel insurance and ensure that all intended activities are covered
- If taking prescription medicines, ask a chemist to write down all names the drug is known by, or the drug name in your destination country. See your doctor before travel and arrange for all necessary vaccinations well in advance.
- Always have an itinerary. Bringing a map always helps, especially if it's your first time in the new place. When using public transport, be very careful and choose the most reasonable deals. Some countries take advantage of tourists who seem lost. Be confident and look as if you know where you're headed to.
- Bring copies of your passport. You'll never know when these will come in handy and that this is only the type of identification that you need and is valid throughout the duration of your travel.
- Before leaving for a trip, research the best method for carrying cash and accessing money at your destination
- Keep in constant communication with friends and family so they know what's happening. Email them from time to time or bring an international mobile phone just in case you need to call them.
- Make sure you keep your belongings hidden and lock your bag with a padlock.
Lastly just enjoy you travel, the best thing about solo travel is that you get to choose what you are going to do. No traipsing through museums you aren't interested in so that your friend gets to see a certain painting. No going to dinner at restaurants you abhor! You choose