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Solo travel is an incredibly rewarding experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your journey without the distractions of others. These handy tips below will elevate your solo travels like never before.
Disconnect from Social Media Accounts
It's hard to appreciate the world around you when you're glued to your phone, keeping tabs on where your friends are and what they're up to. Sometimes, it can dampen your spirits and make you feel isolated during your chosen travel adventure.
Forge New Connections
Stories of shared experiences will always be a fresh topic when you return home. Having acquaintances in unfamiliar places provides reliable assistance without much hesitation.
Exercise Caution with New Acquaintances
A cheerful taxi driver or a friendly salesperson with amusing anecdotes may seem trustworthy, but always remember that you've only just met them for a few minutes. It's wise not to place excessive trust in them, even if they recommend the best eateries in town.
A White Lie Won't Hurt
While it's not advisable to fabricate elaborate stories about yourself, a little white lie won't hurt when you're traveling solo, especially since you're unlikely to encounter those you meet on your journey again. Sometimes, a small fib can even ensure your safety during your travels.
Seek Out Restaurants with Communal Tables
This is an excellent way to meet new people during your travels or simply engage in conversation with locals to uncover unique sightseeing spots that you may not find on travel websites or guidebooks.
Keep Your Schedule Flexible
You never know who you'll meet or what exciting surprises await you. A piece of advice: keep your schedule flexible to explore freely without adhering to preset plans. Freedom is the greatest asset on your journey, so why constrain it with a fixed itinerary? Seek out a local activity that aligns with your interests.
Avoid Carrying Expensive Items
For instance, your brand-new SLR camera or high-end jewelry. Sometimes, seemingly harmless items can pose a risk to your safety. Bringing a pocket-sized camera or using your phone as a substitute would be safer when traveling solo. Or even safer, you can capture those memories solely in your mind.
Exercise Caution with Nighttime Activities
You might not want to overdress and spend a fortune to visit a 'famous' bar outside the city, as recommended by a local. It's safer to stick to activities in tourist areas or crowded centers, especially for female travelers.
Limit Sharing Personal Information with Strangers
When faced with particularly probing questions about yourself or essential personal details, your best course of action is to fib as if you've never fibbed before.
Source: Dân Trí
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourJune 12, 2014
