Traveling solo is a passion for many travelers. There are several things to consider that can ensure the safety and success of a solo trip. If you are out on a solo trip you should always consider your security as the first priority. Always research the safety of a country, city, and neighborhood you wish to stay in before booking.

There are several safety precautions to consider, for example, safety for solo women travelers, crime rates, etc. Here are some prominent safety tips to remember when traveling alone:

1. Stay well connected

Whenever travelling solo you should always stay connected with your friends and family at regular intervals, back home. Consider using your smartphone to share your location (or check in) via the internet so the people who are concerned about you know you’re okay. If you don’t want to roam, consider buying an international sim card or a GSM phone.

2. Look for safe lodging

You should always look for a reliable place to lay your head at the end of a busy travel day. While there are many benefits to cheap hotels and hostels, they’re not always the safest for solo travellers. For example, many hostels don’t offer much in the way of privacy or security.

3. Use the hotel safe

travellers should keep their personal papers and belongings safe, that includes crude cash, credit cards, air tickets, and passport. Most hotels offer personal room safes so you can keep everything safe all at one place in case of loss or robbery. Never tout all of your money and identification around in your bag or purse, especially your passport. INstead, take a copy of your passport and leave the real thing locked up for safety. When you are in a foreign country it is best to leave your original passport in the hotel.

4. Research the destination

It’s always wise to study your destination before going solo. For instance, research the accessibility (including public transit), the lifestyle and regional customs, as well as the crime statistics and the precautions you can take to keep you and your belongings safe.

5. Share your daily routine

Instead of keeping completely to yourself on a solo trip. Let hotel staff, concierge, or driver know each time you go out and where you are going. If needed, seek a professional guide or book a group tour to show you around if you’re unfamiliar with the country, customs, and language.