{"id":3201,"date":"2019-04-26T00:01:42","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T16:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/?p=3201"},"modified":"2019-06-19T14:28:07","modified_gmt":"2019-06-19T06:28:07","slug":"essential-solo-travel-packing-list-and-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/essential-solo-travel-packing-list-and-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Solo Travel Packing List and Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Planning a solo trip? Here\u2019s how to pack your solo travel bags and luggages with tips for your trip!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The world is obsessed with solo travelling. Though exciting, travelling alone can be daunting. Don\u2019t worry, it\u2019s normal to be nervous! Here\u2019s your essential solo travel packing list and tips to get you ready. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Travel Documents <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though an electronic version of these documents might be sufficient, it&#8217;s always good to have a hard copy. You wouldn\u2019t want to get into <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"trouble with the immigration officer (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/how-my-family-escaped-extortion-vietnam\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">trouble with the immigration officer<\/span><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Passport<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Visa<\/strong> (if required)<\/li><li><strong>Student ID &amp; School Documents<\/strong> (if required) &#8211; An official \u2018Letter of Acceptance\u2019 from your school as proof<\/li><li><strong>Boarding Pass &amp; Travel Tickets <\/strong> &#8211; Sometimes a printout is required, especially if you need to get a visa check<\/li><li><strong>Accommodation Reservations<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Travel Insurance Documents <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cash &amp; emergency credit card or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"YouTrip card  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-youtrip\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">YouTrip card<\/span><\/a><\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"YouTrip card  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-youtrip\/\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Carry-On (and Luggage)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhich bag is best for solo travelling?\u201d Of course this entirely depends on how long you&#8217;re travelling for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Haversack<\/strong> &#8211; Using a haversack keeps your hands free, but remember to check your airline carry-on allowance.<\/li><li><strong>Small Sling Bag<\/strong> &#8211; Keep your travel documents and valuables in this bag, in front of you, for safety and easy access. <\/li><li><strong>Luggage<\/strong> &#8211; Necessary for long trips and souvenirs but if you can go without the luggage, please do. Lugging your luggage up and down the stairs, dragging it over cobblestones or ploughing through snow laden roads, is not fun. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Clothes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You want to look the best for your Instagram posts, but remember to dress practically while at it! Dress codes vary from country to country, so do some research to avoid offending the locals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Versatile Travel Clothing<\/strong> &#8211; Mix and match tops and bottoms for variety! For the ladies, a dress doubles up as a top and bottom, so that&#8217;s saving space for one more article of clothing.<\/li><li><strong>Disposable Undergarments<\/strong> &#8211; Hygienic, convenient, and more luggage space for your trip back.<\/li><li><strong>Microfiber Towel <\/strong> &#8211; These towels often have better absorbency, allowing you to dry yourself quicker, and it dries quicker too.<\/li><li><strong>Light Jacket<\/strong> &#8211; For the airport and chilly nights. <\/li><li><strong>Comfortable Footwear &amp; Socks<\/strong> &#8211; The wrong pair of shoes could ruin your whole trip, leaving your feet sore and covered in blisters. <\/li><li><strong>Slippers<\/strong> &#8211; Useful for hostels, or if you need to grab something from the nearest supermarket. <\/li><li><strong>Cap<\/strong> &#8211; Shields you from the sun and rain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re going solo in winter, here are the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"10 Winter Essentials You Must Have to Keep Warm (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/cheap-winter-essentials-holiday-warm\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">10 Winter Essentials You Must Have to Keep Warm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Electronics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your phone battery dies, how will your Instagram followers know what you\u2019re eating? Oh the horror. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Power Bank <\/strong>&#8211; YOU. WILL. NEED. THIS. Your phone&#8217;s gonna be your camera, GPS, and social media gateway, so keep it charged!<\/li><li><strong>Charging Cables<\/strong> <\/li><li><strong>Earpiece<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Camera &amp; Memory Card<\/strong> &#8211; For the professional photographers.<\/li><li><strong>Data Plan\/Local SIM<\/strong> &#8211; You\u2019re likely going to be navigating yourself around in a foreign land. Ensure you have a data plan that works or get a local SIM.<\/li><li><strong>Universal Travel Adaptor with multiple USB ports<\/strong> &#8211; Especially if you&#8217;re staying in hostels where you&#8217;re only entitled to one power plug, this is a lifesaver to juice up your mobile phone, wireless earbuds, and power banks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Toiletries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your liquids are going into your carry-on, ensure they&#8217;re 100ml or below, and in a 1L clear resealable bag. You don\u2019t want to get held up at customs for your toiletries, it\u2019s a long wait. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Shampoo, Conditioner &amp; Body Soap<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Toothbrush &amp; Toothpaste<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Sunscreen<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Face Wash<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Lotion<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Lip balm<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Comb<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Eye Drops<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Personal Hygiene Items<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Hanging toiletry bag<\/strong> &#8211; Especially useful for small bathrooms and hostels.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Travel Accessories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These items will come in handy during your solo travel. Since you&#8217;re travelling alone, it\u2019s always better to be prepared and self-sufficient. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Foldable Reusable Bag<\/strong> &#8211; In the event you end up buying too many things, you can use it as a carry-on or check it in as luggage.<\/li><li><strong>Plastic Bags<\/strong> &#8211; For your dirty laundry and anything, really. <\/li><li><strong>Umbrella\/Raincoat<\/strong> &#8211; You wouldn\u2019t want to end up soaked for the rest of the day and risk catching a cold. <\/li><li><strong>Inflatable Neck Pillow<\/strong> &#8211; It makes your trip a lot more comfy, I promise! It also doubles as a bolster at travel hostels.<\/li><li><strong>Pen<\/strong> &#8211; Don\u2019t scramble for one when filling in arrival cards. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Consumables<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Personal Medication<\/strong> &#8211; Paracetamol, charcoal pills, and anything else you might need. No one plans to get sick, but when it happens you need to be prepared. <\/li><li><strong>Snack Bars<\/strong> &#8211; Yes, you want to try the local food as much as possible, but when you\u2019re budget travelling (catching midnight coaches and early flights) you need to be armed with granola bars.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it, your essential solo travel packing list and tips for your trip! Going solo might be scary and unexpected circumstances will always arise, but that\u2019s what you signed up for right? Independence! Freedom! New experiences! Expect the unexpected, but embrace the inevitable changes. Off you go for your solo travels!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"How I Booked a Ghost Flight to China (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/how-i-booked-a-ghost-flight-to-china\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">How I Booked a Ghost Flight to China<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/best-travel-insurance-singapore-cheapest\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">Best Travel Insurance Singapore 2019 Comparison Guide<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/how-to-avoid-credit-card-scams-fraud\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">How to Avoid Credit Card Scams and Frauds Overseas<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/how-to-avoid-dcc-sgd-vs-foreign-currency\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">How to Avoid DCC in 2019: SGD vs Local Currency<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/how-i-lost-9000-in-tokyo-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">How I Lost S$9,000 in Japan, Tokyo<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Enjoy a worldwide fees-less travel experience!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtrip.onelink.me\/HnkC\/49ead0da\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/12\/6_728-x-90.jpg\" alt=\"YouTrip Banner 3\" class=\"wp-image-1179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/12\/6_728-x-90.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/12\/6_728-x-90-300x37.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here\u2019s the best solo travel packing list with tips for your trip!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":3655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8119,624],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3201","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guides-tips","category-travel"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3201","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3201"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3201\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3655"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3201"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3201"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3201"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}