After traveling solo since I was 18, I’ve hit over 80 countries.I’ve made my fair share of mistakes, but I’ve learned how to stay safe while traveling alone.Simple measures, like sharing my location, have helped me avoid unwanted situations.
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I’ve been traveling on my own since I was 18. After visiting over 80 countries and 13 years of trial and error, I’ve learned a few important safety tips.Although flight prices seem to be rising ahead of the summer surge, they’re significantly cheaper than this time last year, so I’m itching to plan my next trip.I follow these rules everywhere I travel — it doesn’t matter how upscale or “safe” the destination is supposed to be.
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Although some situations are unavoidable, here’s what I do to stay safe and alert while traveling solo.
