{"id":861820,"date":"2025-01-02T19:12:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T17:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/?p=861820"},"modified":"2025-01-17T15:55:18","modified_gmt":"2025-01-17T13:55:18","slug":"10-steps-to-the-perfect-solo-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/10-steps-to-the-perfect-solo-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf0d 10 steps to the perfect solo trip"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are tired of ready-made tours<\/a> and you decide to take everything into your own hands, then this article is just for you. We will tell you how to plan your trip yourself and what nuances should be taken into account.<\/p>\n

Planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Plan ahead as this may take much longer than expected. First, decide which country or city you want to visit. Find out whether you need a visa there and how long it will take to obtain it, as well as what documents you need to submit. Unfortunately, you need to be prepared for failure and have a backup plan just in case. Don't forget to take out insurance.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

Buying tickets<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The earlier you buy your tickets, the higher the chance they will be cheaper. Many companies raise prices<\/a> closer to the departure date. During peak season, tickets are always more expensive, this is also worth paying attention to. Compare offers on different sites and look for favorable conditions. We recommend Trip.com<\/a>. Also consider whether there will be transfers, where and how long they will take. Check the restrictions on hand luggage and baggage so as not to overpay.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

Accommodation reservation<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The same principle applies here as with tickets. The sooner, the cheaper. And there is even less chance that you will end up on the street. You can see the options here: Booking<\/a>, Airbn<\/a> b<\/a>, Hotels<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you want to feel a little local, you can try CouchSurfing<\/a>. In this case, get an overnight stay at someone\u2019s home for free or for some kind of service. And if you make friends and find a common language, then they can arrange a small excursion<\/a> around the city for you.<\/p>\n

Read reviews<\/a>, look at photos, so that there are no misunderstandings later. Also look at the location of hotels and hostels to make it convenient to move around.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/a><\/p>\n

Calculate the remaining budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n

After you have paid or set aside money for the items listed above, let\u2019s move on to other expenses. Think about how much you are willing to spend on food, souvenirs<\/a>, and attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Be sure to set aside some amount for unexpected expenses.<\/p>\n

Find out what the currency is in the country you are traveling to. If possible, it is better to exchange money in advance so that you have some of the money in cash and on the card. The main thing is that the card<\/a> is international.<\/p>\n

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