“Down to Gehenna or up to the throne, He travels the fastest who travels alone.” Written in a context altogether unrelated to our topic of discussion today, Rudyard Kipling’s words from his poem ‘The Winners’ hold some meaning for us. The term ‘less is more’ sometimes does pertain to the idea of solo travel. Generally, we think about travel as a community experience; often to be had with the company of our family or friends. But in recent times, a lot of people have been taking solo trips to their desired destinations. And rightly so, in today’s busy life schedules, why depend on others’ availability and preferences?
Right! Let’s suppose you finally decided to take on a solo trip. But if you do not have any prior experience of doing so, there might be some hurdles you’d face. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you get ready for your solo journey. Here are some tips to bear in mind while travelling solo. Even if that’s the case, don’t forget - we’re in this together!
A New Place - A New You:
Solo travelling to a new place can prove to be just as much an internal journey as it is an external one. Embrace the opportunity to discover a new sense of your own self as you travel deeper through a new place.
Plan for the unplanned decisions:
Planning a rough itinerary will help you have a clear idea of a structure for your trip. You can then break, twist or change it up as you wish, but it will help you to stay organized for the duration of the trip.
Walking the boot will help in locking the route:
When we walk in a place our cognitive functions are activated, thus helping us to remember a route better. This is because we actively see and experience our surroundings directly without the interference of a second party such as a vehicle or a person. So, the more you walk, the faster you’ll remember the routes.
But where could one go to put all these tips into practice? We would like to suggest visiting the North-East Indian state of Meghalaya for your next solo trip. The eastern Indian state welcomes travellers from everywhere to experience its unique geography, culture and breathtaking natural beauty. With the majestic Nohkalikai Falls, spellbinding topographical wonders such as the Krem Liat Prah caves in the Jaintia Hills and many other attractions, Meghalaya is one of the best places to visit on a solo trip in India. Moreover, it is a good opportunity to visit and spread the good word about North-East India, which is often overlooked during mentions of tourism in India. Just because the cultures and the location is a little far-stretched from the central regions doesn’t mean that it is any less representative of the Indian identity and culture.
