Goa is one of the top favourite destination in the minds of almost every traveller who is planning to travel in India and is the most favourite travel destination from all over the world . Goa is blessed with serene beaches, white sand , glittering ocean and golden sunlight sparkles this place and waves welcome you with open heart which will leave you awestruck and is the reason why every traveller and tourist is always attracted toward this heavenly place.
Goa is not just blessed with beautiful coastal areas it is the place with friendly local and is the hub of artists, wanderers and the people who are interested in following the rhymes of their own heartbeat.
People here are less judgemental, helpful than compared to other area of India which makes this place one of my favourites places in India and also the best places of you want to start solo travelling in India and has that hesitation in heart to start or not.
As every new thing feels the same and every one has this similar feeling in the beginning but the main priority is the safety of women travelling solo in India all you need is self belief, confidence positive mindset .
By just being alert and aware while enjoying yourself soaked in this heavenly beauty you will be able to connect with your inner self all you need is a sense of boldness, smartness in you wherever you go .
Prepare you bag and your mindset
We love to prepare the bag before going to vacations packing our best clothes and skincare. We will never forget even the small small details of styling items with our clothes, shades and everything which makes us look more attractive but while travelling solo it’s even more important to be prepared with the bold mindset, being alert and aware is very important whenever you plan trip as you have to take care of yourself alone while travelling solo.
Balance of enjoyment and mindfulness
You should know the balance of enjoyment and mindfulness as there is a difference when we travel with our friends and family and while travelling solo. You have to create a perfect balance of mindfulness and fun by having dinner early and not roaming around late during night time in the less crowded areas.
No doubt goa is safe during the night but it’s you should take a mindful decision in every step and always opt for crowded well lit area during night time.
Book the hotel in the market area
Booking the safe place is the most crucial part of planning female solo travel . I would always prefer the hotels which are well lit late at night around the market areas well connected with public transport which will never make you feel alone even during night time.
Do check verified good reviewed places to stay before coming as the last minute booking will be a mess and should be avoided.
Trust your instincts
Trusting your instincts is very important during solo female travel as you are the only one who can make the best decisions for yourself. Listen to everyone around but do the things which will make you feel happy and safe no matter the whole crowd is going at the same ways.
You should have the ability to trust your instincts and take the different and more safer options let it be less happening or lively it doesn’t matter what matters is your safety and happiness.
Sensible dressing
Sensible dressing is also a very important topic in the discussion of female solo traveller topic as we girls love to dress beautifully according to our taste and preferences which is perfectly fine but just keep in mind that you are your own bodyguard so dress comfortably and keep the options which makes you feel more confident and energetic which creates vibe around you making you more happy, safe and confident.
Stay in female only dorms or women led hostels
Staying in female hostels and dorms is also one the great options while travelling solo as all the females around will make you feel more comfortable. You will be able to make more friends who are like you coming solo exploring the new place and figuring out the best places to shop and eat and hang out together if you match the vibe.
Never share personal information with stranger
Making friends and meeting new people while travelling solo is the great options as you get to know new people , their amazing life stories which are inspiring and are memorable for lifetime but oversharing should always be avoided and no matter how much friendly you have become with that person doesn’t share your personal information with stranger just to avoid any risk and problems during travelling solo .
Never depend on anyone for anything
This the digital age era and each and everything is online whatever you are thinking or having questions of is answered by one or the other person for sure as there are so many people working on creating amazing helping content to help people like us travelling alone finding answers online. Asking others who have no surety whether they are giving correct information or have some selfish interest, always check whatever place you want to visit before going there, book your cab before and check all the details before making you feel more confident and aware of things happening around.
Book verified reviewed place
Always book verified places checking the good and bad reviews of the stay and location of the stay being the prime importance avoiding isolated island areas with less crowd which becomes silent during the night time. Check the hygiene, and facility of the place and must choose the stay with nice restaurant facilities so you can enjoy your meals without stepping out late during nights .Safe , clean and well reviewed stay is very important while you are travelling solo.
Avoid late night rides alone
During the night time you should be near your stay location and plan your travel accordingly where you can come back to your safe stay place before late nights. It’s not that there is anything to worry about as you will be able to find cabs and rental but to avoid unnecessary problems you should avoid late night rides. You can enjoy parties and activities nearby your stay as if you feel late you can easily come back to your hostel or hotel without any difficulties.
Pre Book cabs from well known cab owners and rental services
It’s advisable to pre Book your cabs in advance before coming to avoid the last minute hassle. Pre booking also helps you to check the reviews of cab owners and rental services online which help in smooth travelling as you will be able to find the best people doing their jobs professionally which will help in your hassle free Journey of solo travel.
Share your live location with your trust contacts or family member
Always inform and talk to your family and friends about your itinerary and share your live locations wherever you go as this helps in keeping the track of your journey and the person can help you in advance if you need any help or advice exploring that particular place .
Keep emergency contact, local emergency, local police station no handy
Keeping the emergency contact details handy is very important if you need any advice or suggestions urgently. It should be handy as the emergency contacts can give you in many ways even if you are alone while travelling solo by guiding you with right advice and tips required in your journey. Saving the emergency contact details of locals, and the local police station is also very important as it can help you in immense ways while you are not able to find cabs , or stuck somewhere or need help ,or some other person need your help you can inform to these emergency contact numbers and help yourself and others.
Save the contact details of nearest hospital 🏥
Saving the contact details of the nearest hospital while travelling solo is also very important as health is also one of the major priorities while travelling alone.vTo avoid last minute confusion you should save the details of the hospital near you which can prove helpful to you and also to the people in need around you.
Exploring different places, different weather and the food we eat while we travel sometimes create stomach problems or some minor health issues which can be resolved by taking proper guidance and medications from the nearby hospital for your smooth journey.
Final Thought
Traveling is always a learning and fun for each one of us whether you are travelling with friends, family or travelling solo. But traveling solo is an uplifting journey of exploring new places and also exploring yourself in the journey.
You will be able to explore so many different things about yourself, the strength,the confidence we have dealing with every challenge alone which we didn’t know earlier which is difficult to explore in our comfort zone.
Just by being aware, bold and alert keeping in mind all the above points we can begin this beautiful journey of solo travel and self exploration which will prove to be so empowering and inspiring.
I hope this information helped you in your Journey .
