Be cool - so do not grieve alone with himself. Prince Rogers Nelson
"Traveling alone? Not again! "- so think most tourists. Firstly, it's boring. With whom to share experiences? Who photographed? With whom to try traditional food? With whom to discuss the local residents? Second, it is unsafe. On the road, anything can happen (fever, poisoning, heat stroke), and who will, if not friends?
In this article you will learn that single trip is not so bad, and maybe love them.
They give singles travel
Route.Traveling in the company, you have to make the route so that all of it was interesting. And, as a rule, it all comes down to the top places that are highlighted in bold in the guide.
thanks to the project "This is a must see" you know that even in the most tourist cities of many secret places. A single journey gives you a unique opportunity to choose a route that will be interesting for you.
Time management.One of the main advantages of traveling alone is that you do not need to wait for anyone. You can wake up and go to bed when the like. You can stare at the Eiffel Tower, or walk across the Charles Bridge as much as you see fit. Tourist single self manage their time and under anybody not adjusted.
Appearance.In singles travel has another advantage - not necessarily think about how you look. You can walk the whole week in the same jeans or combine incongruous and nobody will judge you (or you do not know it). The only requirement to your appearance - neat. Even if you are a lone wanderer, go to the dirty not worth it.
Oddities.Take a walk on the city cemetery, take a dip in the fountain, riding the subway - to someone it may seem strange, but for some it's the ultimate dream. In single journeys you can indulge in some oddities anywhere and not be afraid that someone is looking at you, roll to his temple.
Time for yourself.There are three types of people: extroverts, introverts and ambiverty. First you need to communicate, as water fish, the second, on the contrary, prefer to be alone with yourself, and others - it's something in between. But those and others, and the third will take time for yourself. Time to spread out on the scales their achievements and aspirations and carefully weigh all. A single trip - a great opportunity to do so.
It should be noted that all extroverts would still be difficult. But they have little life hacking: before departure should always be in the company, to visit all the friends call all the relatives. In short, naobschatsya to such an extent that the next week or two not experience social death.
Taste of life.Imagine that you are standing at the railing, "the Skywalk" in front of you stretches the magnificent "Grand Canyon", you are overwhelmed with feelings, I want to feel and remember this moment forever. But your friend's emotions are going wild, too, and he, alas, can not be silent about this... The travel alone is easier to catch the moment, to feel the taste of life and enjoy it.
Memories.There are several ways to keep the memory of the trip. You can make a "billion" photo shoot and "ton" video, or stock up magnets and other souvenirs commonplace.
But there is another way. Usually tourists buy everything you need at home - not to go abroad in the same tattered sneakers. And that, if you go and buy a new pair already on holiday? Buy clothes and other household items, travel - these things will keep much longer memories than souvenirs. "Oh, it's a sweater that I bought in Germany!" "And this is your favorite slippers from Thailand".
How to organize a single journey
Aviation alliances.Today, the world's three major airline alliances - Star Alliance, SkyTeam and Oneworld. Two-thirds of all passenger aircraft, rising in the sky, belong to these aviation giants. And, of course, they offer special conditions for its clients. For example, passengers can wait for their flight in the branded lounges, different, usually higher level of comfort. Besides having Alliance card can obtain benefits at the check-in baggage and design. If you are traveling alone, then these benefits will be very useful.
Baggage.What you need to lone traveler? Change of clothes, a passport so the charger. A similar set of things may well fit in a small backpack and go for carry-on luggage. Do not take too much, and avoid large bags - this will save you time at the airport and facilitate the exercise.
Hotel vs hostel. Hostels are incredibly popular today. It's cheap and convenient. In addition, many perceive them not just as a place to sleep, but as communication centers, where you can meet new people from different countries. It's like that.
But when you are a tourist, a loner, you need to think first of all about safety. Who knows who will be your random neighbors, and that they will have in mind? For an overnight stay in single travel is better to choose hotels. Even in a cheap hotel, you will feel secure, than in the hostel, which means better rested. In addition, you always wake you at the right time will be served a meal in your room, if you are too lazy to go to the cafe.
local SIM-card. The first thing that should be done, arriving in an unfamiliar place - buy local "Simka." Many believe that it is a waste of money, and they are mistaken. Firstly, by getting rid of roaming, you can freely use the mobile Internet, and he, in turn, will not let you get lost or remain hungry. Second, the availability of mobile communications will help you feel more secure - you can always tell relatives where you are or where to keep your way.
Social networks Facebook, Twitter and other social networks - a great way to involve your friends who may be thousands of kilometers away from you in your journey. For example, your friend collects turtles. Walking along the promenade of Jurmala, photograph it for the tortoise sculpture found there, put pictures in sots.set and check on her friend. He will be pleased and you'll get comments and huskies.
What to do in a single journey
Walking.Turn on your favorite music, open Google Maps and go wandering around the city. Walk on hiking trails and little-known places. Believe me, there is nothing more exciting and rewarding than just wander around an unfamiliar city, breathing fresh air, basking in the sun and exploring the sights. You read that right - useful. Walking tour - a great workout for your body.
Leisure.Certainly there are things that you prefer to do it alone. For example, to read, to go shopping or see a movie. Traveling alone, you have a great opportunity to organize leisure time as you like. No one will disturb you, and whining that he was bored.
Weekdays.During the week, most of the locals work and go about their daily chores. But at the weekend all aspire "to be published", dinner reservations, buy tickets to entertainment events. If you do not want to "enjoy" to couples in love during a single journey, try not to look in public places over the weekend.
Experiments.Who likes to eat alone? Or who will go to the water park one in your head? There are many activities that would seem unthinkable without the company. But this is the essence of the experiment. You try it in a strange place alone to go to the football or in the nightclub. Maybe you will discover something new for themselves.
With all that traveling alone is difficult. This is definitely a gamble, but it's worth it to take risks and endure the inconvenience.
Do you like to travel alone?