Solo travel: safety and confidence

Before you go

• Share your itinerary with someone at home and check in regularly.
• Save your accommodation address in the local language.
• Keep digital copies of your passport and insurance.

Arriving

Try to arrive in daylight. Pre-book your first night and your airport transfer, or use official taxis and ride-hailing apps.

Choosing where to stay

Read recent reviews from solo travellers, choose central and well-lit areas, and consider hostels with private rooms for an easy social life.

Day to day

• Keep valuables in a zipped bag in front of you in crowds.
• Carry a small amount of cash and keep a backup card separately.
• Trust your instincts and leave any situation that feels wrong.
• Moderate alcohol and watch your drink.

Meeting people

Walking tours, cooking classes and group day trips are easy ways to meet other travellers. Many destinations on Voyaer, like Lisbon, Tokyo and Singapore, are famously solo-friendly.