I've made dozens of travel mistakes so you don't have to!
Hi! I'm Kristen, and I recently returned from my third international solo trip. Over the past few years , I've learned quite a few tips and tricks that I think my fellow solo travelers can really benefit from.For example, I spend more on a conveniently located hotel then save money on transportation by walking and on food by going to the grocery store.
The first time I traveled abroad with my college, I didn't get an international plan and tried to rely on WiFi — and that's how I ended up lost in London in the dark by myself. So, NEVER AGAIN. Keeping the power bank in my bag has come in handy so many times, especially in the airport and on days where I'm away from my hotel for long periods of time.Obviously, you should wear whatever makes you feel comfortable, but, personally, I feel safer when I feel like I'm"blending in."Having only traveled to Europe, I've found that jeans and a neutral top or jacket help me not to stick out too much.
So, what I wish I'd done is leave myself a rest day in between bigger excursions. After allowing myself to just chill out for a day, I felt so much better and ready to hit the ground running the next morning.Save money on food by going to the grocery store for easy prep meals instead of eating out for every meal.In Reykjavík, I spent about $110 on groceries instead of $20+ for every meal at a restaurant.
As previously mentioned, I ended up skipping one of the Iceland tours I'd booked at the last minute because I was overwhelmed. That was a waste of money. Having cash has also come in handy when buying art because not every craft booth or local maker has a card reader.Learn the words that are different in British vs. American English, even if you're not going to the UK or the US.I don't know what it's like in non-European countries, but knowing the British version of certain words was very helpful in Iceland. To be frank, I was very grateful I knew that"WC" meant bathroom.
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