The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Traveling Without a Tour Group

Jenni Cairo | May 27, 2015

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There is absolutely no need for any tourist to travel as part of a tour group, and solo travel offers much more opportunity to plan the kind of trip you really want. Read on to learn all the basics you need to know before taking off on your own.

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Do Your Research

You can organize a trip just as well as anyone else can as long as you do your research. The combination of online resources and guest reviews makes travel much more risk-free these days than it used to be. When relying on other people’s experiences to guide you, however, keep in mind that it’s much more common for people to write a negative review than a positive. If you have your heart set on something but the place has one bad review, don’t be afraid to give it a try and make your own opinion.

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Keep Your Flight Boarding Pass and Get Discounts on Your Vacation

After boarding a flight, most people just stuff their boarding pass into their carry-on and forget about it. By doing this, you’re missing out on potential savings. Many airlines offer discounts and freebies for those who keep their boarding pass. Depending on where you land, you could score savings on tourist attractions, restaurants, wine, or even airport transfers.

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How to Make Friends During Your Trip

One of the biggest fears of people who want to embark on a solo trip is being alone. They think meeting new people will be a struggle, and if they can’t find a partner to travel with, they just cancel or postpone their adventure. The truth is that with a little bit of planning and initiative, it’s actually harder to be alone than you think. The travel community is extremely welcoming and one doesn’t need to try hard to be part of it.