12 Essentials Every Solo Traveler Needs In Their Bag

London Alexaundria

Jul 18, 2023 09:00 AM +0000

Let me let you in on a little secret... Solo travel is where it's at. If you like to do things on your own time and want to avoid group disagreements about when and where to go and what to do, then it may be time to give solo travel a try. I've only done it twice, but what I enjoy the most about it is I get to vacation my way. I like excursions and having new experiences, but when I think about vacation, only one word comes to mind, relaxation. Waking up extra earlier so that everyone can make it on time to an excursion is not the move. I'm trying to sleep in, go to the spa, lay out on the beach, or on a yacht, you know, rich auntie vibes.

While I can't rave enough about solo travel, there are some things to consider. For starters, you are by yourself and most likely in a foreign place, and so it's important to always be safe. If you're like my parents, who freak out at the thought of me traveling alone, or if you've been thinking about doing it but are hesitant because of safety reasons, don't worry. We got you!

Below I've listed 12 essentials every solo traveler needs. These essentials cover everything from safety to unexpected issues that can arise.

At the end of the day, it's all about being proactive.

If you want to save money (and the planet), then traveling with a filtered water bottle is a must. Try this Brita Insulated Filtered Water bottle sold on Amazon and at Target.
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She's Birdie has a mini alarm that you can attach to your keys. If you ever feel like you're in an unsafe situation, this mini alarm can come in handy.
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Another way to protect yourself from an attacker is by using pepper spray. This pepper spray can go on your keychain, making it easily accessible. But remember, you can only fly with pepper spray in a checked bag.
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Everyone needs a portable charger, especially if you know you will be away from electricity for a long period of time.
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Having a first aid kit is necessary for emergencies such as accidentally cutting your foot on glass or scraping your elbow.
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You always want to have food on hand and protein bars are the perfect fix.
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Traveling solo and want to document your trip? A tripod with a remote is a must.
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Use this portable lock and door stop alarm for your hotel room door.
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It's always good to have aspirin or Ibuprofen in your bag for those unexpected headaches.
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If you begin feeling sick to your stomach, Tummy Drops can help relieve some of the pain.
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Tile is a tracker that you can attach to your keys or place in your wallet or bag. So, if you ever lose any of these items, you'll be able to track them down through their app.
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Hydration is important, especially when outdoors and so having Liquid I.V. hydration packs can help.
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