Posted on: October 28, 2021 Posted by: Aaron_George Comments: 0

Solo travel is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have if the wanderlust hits. It not only allows you to experience a new place in a new way, but it also allows you to think differently about situations, reconnect with yourself and find more independence.

Big cities like London are perfect for solo travel because there is so much to see and do. If this is your first time, either solo travelling or heading to the city (or both), then here’s how to do it.

How to Successfully Solo Travel in London

Step 1: Get an Oyster Card

Traveling around London will be so much easier (and cheaper) when you have an Oyster card. This will enable you to easily hop on and off any public transports when traveling around alone, which can be very handy if you have a busy itinerary and want the freedom to be spontaneous. Quicker and easier travel with an Oyster card will also help to keep you safe if you’re not fumbling for coins or trying to work out a pay machine.

Step 2: Meet New People the Right Way

Solo travelling doesn’t mean that you have to avoid other people altogether, but what’s important when spending time with new people when travelling alone is that you do it right (and safely). Trust your gut when it comes to interactions with new people, and don’t go off with any strangers you don’t trust. If you are spending one-on-one time with new people, there are safer ways to do it, such as through using reputable London Escorts.

Always meet new people in busy public places or through shared activities in a group.

Step 3: Take Advantage of Solo Activities

There’s so much to see and do alone in London, without feeling like you stick out. This is great for those who lack confidence in solo travelling. Museums in London are a great place to start if you’re looking for the perfect solo activity, or maybe an art gallery: anything cultural you might be interested in. The cinema or a theatre show are also great solo activities because you can grab a seat without worrying about talking to others if you don’t want to.

Step 4: Research Places to Eat

One daunting thing about solo travelling can be eating alone, but in London, it doesn’t have to be. There are so many bars and casual restaurants that allow for people eating quickly on the go, easy bar seating, or even eating while sitting by a cultural monument or on a street bench. Because it’s such a busy commuter’s and tourist’s city, nobody is going to think it strange to see someone eating alone.

Step 5: Walk Around

It sounds like something simple, but walking around London and taking it all in is perfect for solo travelers. There’s so much to see and do for free, and when you’re walking around London, you don’t need to worry about feeling out of place in a restaurant, in a group, or any other activity that you feel needs a partner. Feel free to walk wherever you like, stopping whenever you like and seeing whichever sights you like!

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