travelling tips

Travel is a huge passion of mine, both in my personal life and as a source of inspiration for my business. Yet solo travel was an idea I had mainly skimmed over. Looking back, all the plane journeys I had boarded alone were to enable me to visit a relative or friends. Never can I recall a voyage by myself, purely for me… all that changed this summer.

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Be Selfish

The beauty of traveling without companions is that you don’t have to compromise. You pick the destination, the budget, what to do and how to spend your days. If you want to spend sunrise till long after sunset sipping margaritas by the pool, no one except the bar staff are going to tell you to slow down. If you want to stay in a five star hotel and wine and dine yourself or wear the same outfit longer than would normally be acceptable, no one is going to tell you differently. So make the most of doing what you want… I’m not encouraging you to act this way in general, though!

Establish A Routine

There are so many benefits to favouring the independent coffee shops over the abundance of chains. Not only are you supporting the local community and visiting establishments you can’t go to on a regular basis, but you will have the chance to interact with the best tour guides going. Independent retailers tend to know their city/ country best, they will be able to recommend hidden gems and places to avoid.

Whilst you could spend your travels hiding in your hotel room, it’s not what I would advise. Try and get into a routine; find out what time breakfast is served, set an alarm and make sure you’ve packed a good book. If you’re escaping for some R&R, guess what? You can still have a routine that makes the most of this. Spend the morning at the pool and book an afternoon massage. Establishing a routine will ensure you make the most of your time away and leave with memories that have you dreaming of your next solo travel.

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Smile

‘Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.’ Thich Nhat Hanh. It’s a universal sign that says you’re a decent person. Just because you don’t know anyone doesn’t mean you won’t want to make connections, have conversations and be friendly! A smile is the best way to start.