You know, traveling alone can give you unique emotions… Are you thinking about the possibility of starting to travel alone and are you looking for as much detailed information as possible on logistics, luggage, and tips for planning this type of adventure? You are in the right place: here’s what you need to know to travel alone!

Traveling alone is a trend that is becoming increasingly popular all over the world: the possibility of enjoying the beauties of the world at your own pace and not necessarily in the company of someone you know is something that more and more people want to try. And you? Do you want to find out if it could be more than just an experience, but a real choice of travel and life?
Whether you are already an individual traveler, or if you are thinking of traveling alone and are full of doubts, or if you are simply curious and want to know more, we have collected the most important things to consider before setting out on your own to discover the world. And all the tips to organize yourself better!

Why travel alone?
Traveling alone, unlike what happened in the past, is now increasingly seen as an experience to do at least once in a lifetime. In the past, this type of travel was automatically considered as the only opportunity for singles to leave or as the only way to react to a particular moment in their life.

Today things have changed and you travel alone for the pleasure of doing it, for the pleasure of experiencing what it means to be enough for yourself, to find new friends while traveling, to move according to your needs and rhythms without having to compromise. with no other person.

The statistics speak for themselves in this sense: the increase in those who book solo holidays, meaning holidays not only all-inclusive packages but above all flights, hotels, and experiences, was on average 48% on a worldwide basis in 2018 considering the data aggregates from different sources. More and more people love to travel alone.

It is not only the “millennials” who want to leave alone, it is the entire profile of those who travel that has changed and age, in this case, has nothing to do with the decision, just as there are no differences between women and men.

Organize a solo trip
Unlike what one might think, there are different types of solo trips: there are those who choose to travel completely alone and organize everything on their own and those who leave alone but choose group trips, with strangers.

So, the first thing to do if you decide to leave alone is to evaluate the type of trip you want to do and how to do it: many for the first trip independently recommend choosing a group, to experience solitude but at the same time not suffer too much in case of problems and unexpected events. Others, on the other hand, recommend being completely independent, right from the first trip, and not giving in to the temptation of group travel just for fear of loneliness.

Both approaches can have advantages and disadvantages that must be carefully considered once you have decided to leave without anyone you know by your side.

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Traveling alone but in a group
Traveling in a group, leaving without knowing anyone, is one of the possible choices if you decide to leave individually. The advantage of group departures is that, when you travel alone, you become part of a group of strangers who, united by the desire to travel, put themselves completely on the line. It is a type of travel that involves adapting to the rules of the group and therefore may not be the best solution for those who want to be totally independent and free from predefined schedules, means of transport, and activities. The pros are linked to small or big unexpected travel events: in case, you will have someone who can help you.

Traveling completely alone
The choice of traveling in a totally independent way allows you to get to know new countries, new cultures, new people, and to get to know yourself better. In fact, those who choose to organize a trip on their own in complete autonomy have the task of managing all the logistics but, at the same time, if they want, also not to manage it, leaving all the options open once on site. It is a type of journey that confronts different types of situations and the possibility of learning more about yourself and your needs. And, why not, leave technology behind too.

How to organize your first trip by yourself
Organizing a trip on your own takes time and planning, especially when it comes to an important long-distance trip. Here are some tips to keep in mind if you decide to venture out and plan your first trip on your own.

1. Define the departure period and the time available
Before even choosing the destination, defining the period in which to leave is essential. In fact, you may find that August is winter in Australia and that part of Iceland is inaccessible in winter. In addition to the dates, it is also good to establish the time available right away because it will be essential to choose the destination of your trip: for example, in one week it is impossible to see Japan while two weeks are definitely too much for a trip to Mallorca. you love the sea.

2. Define your budget
After thinking about the timing, you need to think about the budget: traveling alone can mean spending less because you are more flexible but also potentially spending more because sometimes “loneliness” is paid for and you can’t share the expenses with anyone: that’s enough thinking about the cost of a single room in a hotel, which is usually higher than a double room; or the possibility of splitting a taxi.

The question of the budget is extremely subjective but always remember that you can almost always travel on a low budget as well as with a very high budget, in all countries of the world.

3. Choose your destination
Whether it’s Asia, Latin America, Europe, or Australia, the choice of destination is essential when you decide to travel alone. If you have been used to always traveling in a group or as a couple, finding an agreement may have been difficult and you may have even agreed to leave for a destination that you were not thrilled with.

For this reason, the first thing to do in choosing the destination is to ask yourself the question: What kind of experience am I looking for and what is the purpose of my trip? Suppose you want to explore mountains and snow than you can travel to the Swiss Alps. Dig into your memory and put the pieces together to understand the purpose of your trip, your interests, and your needs. This aspect is also part of the autonomous travel experience, and it is essential that it is part of the journey from the beginning.

4. Plan and book
Once you have established the period, the budget, and the destination, it is time to sit down and plan: you could decide to organize the trip stage by stage, or to buy the plane ticket and organize everything on-site, or to organize only part of the travel. Whatever the choice, once the important decisions have been made, it is good to immediately find the cheapest flight to reach the chosen destination!

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What to do after organizing a trip on your own
1. Check the documents
Make sure that the travel documents are in order, that the passport (if necessary) is valid ( usually it takes 6 months of minimum validity ) and has blank pages, and understand if in your dream destination you need an entry visa or not (for example, did you know that you need a visa to go to Russia ?).

Before leaving, it is also good to check the status of your credit cards, to avoid having problems while traveling.

Furthermore, before departure, photocopy your travel documents, credit cards, passport and always carry them with you, leaving the documents where possible at the hotel once you arrive at your destination. It is also useful to have digital copies of documents and tickets available on your smartphone, or attached to an email that can be easily found in case of need.

2. Purchase travel insurance
Insurance is a good way to protect yourself when you are traveling, in the event that not necessarily health problems but also logistical problems occur, such as in the case of lost luggage. This advice is also valid if you are traveling as a couple or in a group, and it is absolutely necessary to have travel insurance if you are traveling (alone or not) outside the European Union: for example, in the United States or Japan, the cost of a simple control visit can be absolutely prohibitive!

There are many companies on the market and there are so many products: the advice is to select a few and see what they offer and at what price before making the final choice. Above all, choose a product that offers an appropriate spending ceiling for your destination.

3. Read up on it
You should also start reading as much as possible about the place you are going to visit. A guide is a good starting point for this purpose but remembers checking blogs as well, local newspapers, threads on social networks. And, if you are a photography lover, don’t forget to peek on Instagram.

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Author Bio

Name- Julien Chbib
Bio- Julien is the founder of Julius Homes His interest in hiking, skiing, and adventure holidays made him bring together the choicest accommodations around the globe to make holidays relaxing and comfortable.