Is Solo Travel a Good Idea? 

So many travelers face anxiety and doubt when planning their first solo trips. That is entirely normal. It is just like the first time you went to a restaurant alone. What will people think? Who will I talk to? Will I be lonely? What if I get homesick? What if I get sick away from home? 

All these questions and more pour through your mind. But the overwhelming sense of oneness with yourself and wanderlust will take over as soon as you take the plunge into the unknown. 

Scared goes with awestruck. 

Wonder goes with wandering. 

And tenacity leads to a tendency to want to plan those solo trips again and again. 

Solo travel gives you time to push yourself in new directions and give yourself some leniency when needed. So, the answer is yes. Solo travel can be quite beneficial to the human spirit. Keep reading to learn how. 

Benefits of Solo Travel 

If you are considering whether you would enjoy a solo travel trip- most do. There are so many benefits to traveling by yourself that most do not even dream of. These are some of the benefits of solo travel that you can experience too. 

1. Travel where you want when you want. 
2. There is no one else to wait for or bend to their wants. It is all about YOU! 
3. Quiet time in a new place allows for those moments to sit back and really take in the scenery. 
4. A time for self-reflection is so needed these days. Take time for yourself! 
5. Do you need time for healing? This is the perfect opportunity to let things go and focus on that healing process. 
6. Overcoming fears and anxiety is a big part of solo travel. Go for it and expand your horizons. 
7. You will gain a story to tell that no one else has! (And the photos to go along with it!) 

All of these benefits sound deliciously decadent, right? So if you are ready to plan that trip and experience the wonder of solo travel, here are some of your best tips for your journey. 

Tips for Solo Travel 

As with any new adventure, when traveling solo, you should know a few things. You see, it can be nerve-wracking to travel on your own, or you can be as prepared as possible and gain a bit of confidence knowing you are ready. Here are the top suggestions to keep you safe and confident on your solo travel journey. 

1. Be sure to share your travel plans with someone from home. And carry a list of emergency contacts with you on your trip. 
2. Get suggestions from others on the local places to stay and eat. Their experience will help guide you to the best trip. 
3. Make a plan but stay flexible. Plans, weather, and travel changes. Stay flexible, so the details do not bog you down. 
4. Never be afraid to ask questions. Meeting the locals or other travelers is half the fun of solo travel. 
5. Secure your valuables and only bring what you really need. 
6. Keep copies of your passport, driver’s license, medical insurance card, and the like. Keep one copy at home, one in your hotel room safe, and one on your person. 

But the real thing to remember is to take your time and enjoy the process. This is, after all, a trip your you and by you. Reconnect with your inner self and the world around you when you plan a trip on your own. 

There are plenty of solo travel bloggers you can research for trip ideas. You can ask friends and family where they love to go. Or you may already have a place you have been dreaming of. Just get started traveling again, even on your own. You will not regret it! 

CITED: travelers.com, forbes.com, travelandliesure.com