Travel and Leisure Asia | India https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/ The World's Most Influential Travel Magazine Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:30:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.4 https://images.travelandleisureasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/03161041/cropped-favicon-india-32x32.pngTravel and Leisure Asia | India https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/ 32 32 Live Your Solo Travel Dreams By Taking An International Trip To These Safe Countries In 2023https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/trips/solo-travel/best-countries-for-solo-international-trip/2022-12-22T09:30:29+00:00https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/?p=170045International trip

With the new year right around the corner, it is only natural to plan all the travel we wish to do in the upcoming year. People love to make travel-related New Year resolutions, encouraging themselves to do new things and visit new places. If solo travelling is part of your 2023 bucket list, then we have found some of the best countries in the world you can visit to complete your New Year’s resolutions. From the Netherlands, and Bhutan to Spain, these are some of the safest destinations you can go to for your international solo trip.

Solo travelling is a concept that has been gaining a lot of buzz over the years. The idea of escaping to a foreign land, all on your own is very freeing. Movies like Queen, Wild and Eat, Pray, Love have made us fall in love with the concept of travelling all alone and embarking on a journey of exploration. You can go wherever you want and whenever you want, you don’t need to worry about the wishes of another. As selfish as it may sound, solo travelling is very healing for an individual as it helps one to leave behind the daily responsibilities of life and focus on oneself. However, there are certain things to keep in mind before planning your solo international trip.

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Rules to follow on a solo international trip:

Pack light

Remember, whatever you are packing for the trip, you will have to carry it all on your own. You can’t depend on anyone to help you out with picking up or carrying heavy luggage. At times, you may also have to walk long distances carrying your luggage too! Therefore, it is always best to pack light and only carry essentials on your international trip.

Stay connected

Since you are going to be alone, it is best to stay connected and have a working phone with an internet connection. You’ll need to figure out directions and keep your loved ones updated with your whereabouts, therefore it is very important to stay connected.

Protect your valuables

Passports, money, phone and other valuable documents need to be stored properly and safely when travelling solo. You can’t risk losing your stuff or having it stolen on your solo trip, especially in a foreign country.

Carry essentials

Don’t forget to carry necessities like medicines, documents, money, appropriate clothing and emergency contacts. Having these with you will only make your trip smooth, comfortable and safe.

Plan everything

Don’t keep things open-ended, book your flights and accommodations beforehand so that you are not left stranded. Try to plan as much as you can for your safety and benefit, so that you don’t have to worry about where to head next on your solo international trip, simply enjoy yourself and immerse yourself in the experiences around you.

Arrive during the day

Reaching any destination at night can be intimidating. It can be difficult to figure things out in the dark and it can be a bit unsafe too. It is just better to arrive in the day and have the safety of a crowd.

Make friends

A big part of solo travel is making friends! You are bound to meet fellow solo travellers on your journey, so make sure you get to know them and make bonds and memories you never forget. Don’t shy away from meeting new people and making friends.

Here are 10 of the safest countries for a solo international trip:

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Year Of The Rabbit: Solo Trips For Women In 2023 In India, Based On The Chinese Zodiachttps://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/trips/solo-travel/solo-trips-for-women-india-based-on-chinese-zodiac/2022-12-20T12:30:44+00:00https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/?p=169859solo trips for women

We’re set to enter the Year of the Rabbit on January 22, 2023. The year is going to bring hope and positivity and travel is known to help people look at life with a positive perspective. Sounds like a win-win situation. And, if you are someone who loves to travel alone, this one is for you, as today we are sharing solo trip destinations for women based on the Chinese zodiac.

Reading and learning about zodiacs is an interesting way to take a look at life. Whether it be astrology based on your stars, the more popular zodiac signs or the Chinese zodiac, each offers a new, unique perspective. One that is quite intriguing is the Chinese zodiac, based on animals and elements. According to the same, 2023 is the year of the Water Rabbit, and will bring in hope. The year will begin on January 22, 2023, and end on February 9, 2024.

The zodiac also is a fun way to also understand your personality better – why you’re introverted, why certain things attract you more, and so on. A lot of people also believe that once they trace their personality traits to their zodiac signs, they tend to understand themselves better. However, by no means do we say that you should blindly follow these stories and articles on zodiacs – use your best judgement, and maybe imbibe those things which help you improve as a person. We believe that travel is another element one can look into when reading up on zodiacs – purely for the fun of it.

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The zodiac can also be a fun way to predict your travel itinerary for the year, especially if you’re looking for solo trips for women.

So, if you’re planning your trips for 2023 already, take a look at these solo trips for women that you can take in India in 2023, based on your Chinese zodiac. Do note that the list is definitely not 100 per cent accurate, but will still give you some perspective before you plan your travels.

Solo trips for women to take in 2023 in India based on the Chinese zodiac

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