Solo travel is a great way to reconnect with yourself, gain a new perspective and open yourself up to new and wonderful experiences. Travelling alone is something that everyone should do once in their lives if possible.
However, solo travel, especially for women, is something that requires a little more vigilance in regard to safety. Many people avoid travelling by themselves for fear of not being safe. But there are many ways in which you can protect yourself, stay safe and make the most of your solitary vacation.
Personal Safety Devices
One of the many advantages of modern technology is the way it keeps us safe. Personal safety devices in their various forms offer a layer of protection to anyone travelling alone, or even simply at work, our running errands or even at home.
Whether you opt for an emergency panic button, a portable alarm or any other personal safety device, this will not only protect you but offer you peace of mind.
Stay Connected
Aside from helpful devices that can alert emergency services of our location or scare off attackers, technology also helps keep us connected to our loved ones.
Regardless of how far from home you might be, it’s a good idea to keep your phone connected and keep your family and friends in the loop. Download travel safety apps, keep your GPS connected and let people know where you’re planning to be throughout your trips. This will help those who care for you be able to help you even from a distance if anything happens to go wrong.
Do Your Research
It’s always a good idea to have a clear idea of where you’re going and what you can expect from the area. Plan your itinerary in advance, and check out local spots you’d like to visit. Having a plan will help you know what to pack, prevent you from wandering around aimlessly, potentially getting lost and ending up in less safe areas of the city.
You might also want to chat to locals about the best (and safest) places to visit on your trip. Nobody will know better than them which spots you’d want to avoid and you might even make a new friend to accompany you around town.
Act Confident
Even if you’re nervous, try not to let your fear show. Using the ‘fake it ’til you make it’ approach will help you to overcome your anxiety and have a good time even by yourself, but more importantly, it’ll help ensure that you don’t appear vulnerable.
Travellers and tourists are often targeted because of their anxiety and the fact that they are unfamiliar with their surroundings. You’ll be (and feel) a lot safer if you don’t let this show!
Learn Self Defence
A safety tip that requires a little more time and dedication is to learn self-defence. This is something you’d want to implement at least a few months before you leave on your trip, but it’s a skill that you can use throughout your life and will benefit you in more circumstances than just travelling.
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