To travel solo has been on the bucket list of many travellers. If you like to explore new places, visit different destination. When you are on your own, you need to be prepared for all the situations. Let it be weather or dead battery, versatile culture or different language. All these are part of solo adventure you are about to take and preparing well for it and for for the things that you have not planned is going to make your trip more memorable. Here is the list of things that you most carry in your bag when traveling solo.
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Weather appropriate clothes:
Make use you pack your bag according to the weather of the place you want to travel.
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First Aid:
You should always carry some medical supply with you. If you are allergic to something, make sure you pack the medicine for it.
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Map:
Keep paper map with you. Avoid relying on your mobile phone for everything. Using local maps can tell you about some great local stores or restaurants which you might not find on internet. In addition to that, you don’t have to worry about low battery or bad reception.
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Battery backup:
Sometimes we forget to charge our cellphones. And when we are out on tour, it is not always possible to find a spot to charge your mobile. So keep a power bank with you.
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A good book:
A good book always comes in handy while enjoying your morning tea or evening coffee.
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A comfortable pair of shoes:
Renting a car is good but there are some places where cars can go. You will enjoy it more when you walk around a city and trust me you cannot do it with heels on.
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Money:
If you going on a international trip make sure you carry that country’s currency. Otherwise to, you should always carry cash with you in case of emergency because not every place accepts credit/debit card.
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Snack Bar:
Carry some snack bar or something edible with you, in case you are hungry in the middle of nowhere.
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Contact list diary:
You must keep a diary with you with all the important contact numbers and addresses just in case of emergency.
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Important document:
If you are travelling internationally, it is important to carry all your legal documents with you.
These small things and proper preparation will make your trip even more fun. You enjoy more when you don’t have anything to be worried about and you are prepared about any situation.