{"id":13697,"date":"2019-12-31T10:00:10","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T10:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seeker.io\/?p=13697"},"modified":"2019-12-31T10:00:10","modified_gmt":"2019-12-31T10:00:10","slug":"first-solo-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/first-solo-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips To Surviving Your First Solo Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When I was 20, I hopped on a plane to London for a semester abroad \u2014 alone. What started as nervous trip filled with \u2018what ifs\u2019 quickly blossomed into weeks of gallivanting around the city, crossing all of the tourist must-dos from my travel bucket list. I quickly realized that it was the first time I had truly been alone in my 20-something years of life, so I decided to capitalize on my new-found freedom \u2014 and <em>you should too<\/em>. With little prep or planning, I did it the hard way. But you don&#8217;t have to! Here are the 7 things you should know before taking off on your first-ever solo trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Choose a destination near your home base<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/shutterstock_794478712.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14805\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Living in London, Europe was practically my backyard. For my first trip, I chose Rome because it was a quick 2 hour 45 minute flight London, and I knew I could maximize my time there. When planning your first solo adventure, try choosing a city or country within 3 hours of your home base. Being a quick plane\/train ride away can help soothe the anxiety that is sometimes associated with solo travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If possible, set your self up for success by polling travel-savvy friends to find the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"best places around the world for solo travel (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/best-places-travel-solo\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">best places around the world for solo travel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Try solo activities in your city&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/shutterstock_382693282.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14804\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before I ever jetted off around Europe alone, I traveled around my city by myself to wet my feet. From taking myself on coffee dates around Shoreditch to roaming the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"V&amp;A Museum (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vam.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\">V&amp;A Museum<\/a> sans-friends and lounging on the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"best beaches within two hours of London (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/beaches-near-london\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">best beaches near London<\/a>, I got comfortable with having new experiences on my own. Adventuring and trying out solo activities in your own city before planning your solo adventure will give you the confidence to go out and explore once you\u2019re abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Reddit solo travel (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/solotravel\/\" target=\"_blank\">Reddit solo travel<\/a> is a great place for meeting like-minded travelers in your city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Have a backup plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/shutterstock_1166827117-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14802\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remaining flexible is one of the cardinal rules of travel, but it becomes especially important when you\u2019re out in the world by yourself. Remember that you have no one to fall back on if your plans suddenly change or if a tour gets canceled. Having a backup plan and a flexible itinerary can keep you from being disappointed if things go astray.&nbsp;On one of my solo travel trips, I took the wrong bus and had to book a hotel upon arrival. I had multiple options for hotels that I researched before my trip. Traveling solo means that you have to over prepare because your travel buddy won\u2019t be there to lean on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Join a group tour&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Untitled-design-14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14797\"\/><figcaption>Black travel community, The Wind Collective, Bali, Indonesia. @windcollective<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure you\u2019re deciding to travel alone, but that doesn\u2019t mean you won\u2019t meet anyone new during your trip. In fact, on most of my solo trips, I\u2019ve met friends that will last a lifetime. If you want to meet travel buddies right away, try signing up for a group tour. This way, you\u2019ll meet locals and other solo travelers, which is nice for those moments that are most beautiful when shared with others. If you\u2019re staying in a hostel, try a pub crawl or an organized excursion. If you&#8217;re on the move, try an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/s\/experiences?af=&amp;c=.pi0.pk56776472805_289333030269_c_303480525523&amp;sem_position=1t1&amp;sem_target=aud-497088136253:kwd-303480525523&amp;location_of_interest=&amp;location_physical=9003029&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAuqHwBRAQEiwAD-zr3c8x-T-DhFvytGc1GUSraLT4CPpvUCi_omiU4cgeYSaRb3WNm_5reBoC844QAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Airbnb experience (opens in a new tab)\">Airbnb experience<\/a>. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Travel communities (like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"these black travel groups (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/black-travel-groups\/\" target=\"_blank\">these black travel groups<\/a>) are a great way to help you navigate and enjoy your new city with people who inherently understand your experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Pack Light&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/packing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14799\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While traveling solo, you&#8217;ll probably be walking and using public transportation in or around your destination, so try to pack light. There\u2019s nothing worse than arriving in a new city or country on your own and with heavy luggage weighing you down. You want to be as agile as possible so that you can be ready for whatever comes your way. On a weekend solo trip in Italy, I spent weeks researching <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"minimalist travel packing tips (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/travel-packing-tips\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">minimalist travel packing tips<\/a> and ended up with just one small backpack and a fanny pack. I brought along one pair of pants, three shirts, a dress, one pair of sneakers and sandals. The fanny pack held my valuables and electronics like my passport, phone, and portable charger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re flying with budget airlines like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryanair.com\/us\/en\/\">RyanAir<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ryanair.com\/us\/en\/https:\/\/www.easyjet.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\">EasyJet<\/a>, be sure to check their baggage rules and prices. Typically, they have cheap flights and expensive fees for anything extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Acknowledge your fears&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/shutterstock_623123408.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14803\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s perfectly normal to be nervous while traveling solo, meeting new people, and everything else that comes with exploring by one\u2019s self. Acknowledge those fears and then act on them. I usually bring a journal along so that I can reflect on how I\u2019m feeling before, during, and after a trip. Usually, you\u2019ll find that the worries you had before a trip become dissolved. After all, everything that we want is always on the other side of fear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Safety is key when you&#8217;re alone. Learn <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/solo-female-traveler\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">how to navigate solo travel safely<\/a> (without sacrificing any of the experience).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Set rules for yourself&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/shutterstock_1166827117.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14801\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s important to acknowledge your fears around traveling alone, it\u2019s just as crucial to set rules and expectations for yourself. If there\u2019s something you\u2019re simply not comfortable doing without the presence of a travel buddy, then don\u2019t. Solo traveling can be a rewarding experience and you are already defying the odds you\u2019ve placed against yourself just by embarking on this journey. Don\u2019t push yourself past your limits if you don\u2019t want to. When I travel solo, I typically don\u2019t stay out very late after dark because I don\u2019t feel as safe as I would if a friend was with me. Figure out what your rules are and stick to them.&nbsp; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When I was 20, I hopped on a plane to London for a semester abroad \u2014 alone. 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