7 Solo TRAVEL HACKS - you MUST know before going

[@triarb5790]

Excellent tips. Solo travel when young, yes definitely stay in hostels, I agree. I met many people the world over who have remained my friends for life and this has also meant other of places to stay for free too. As I've got older, I love my guest house room and being able to shut out other travellers! I have also found as I'm now an older female that I'm largely invisible ( it's a thing the world over we over 50s know well) and I rarely get hassled any more. In fact I'm more likely to be offered help, it's honestly liberating. Vive La Wrinkles! I've travelled solo for 35 years. It's forces me to be outgoing, confident and highly organised, none of which comes naturally to me. Biggest tips for women solo travellers: 1. Dress respecting the local culture that you are, after all, there to experience. A tan will come, you don't actually need to flash your tits n vagazzle in the middle of downtown Hanoi or Nairobi. 2. If your gut is telling you it doesn't feel right to go somewhere, trust that instinct, it is usually spot on. I learnt this one the hard way and definitely have had some close calls. 3. Hide money like he suggested, I totally agree with him. Your bra is such a good place to slip money into! Or sew a pocket inside the leg of pants, or inside jacket lining. I've even sewn a pocket onto knickers! .. just remember to take the money out before washing!.. I even know someone who went a step further using a condom and her ..."imagination"! The world is incredible, I hope you get to experience it again soon.

[@OHSOKIMBERLY]

Doing my first backpack trip in less than 3 months and I'm over 50 😁

[@VoiAhoyTV]

Also a knife if you were ever to be held at knife/hun point. You never know what people will do for a fake £15 gold ring.

[@anups7958]

Same..as a 40+ solo traveller I really need a room of my own to shut the door and close out the world.

[@anups7958]

Only hassle or solo travelling…costs can be sometimes high! when catching a taxi or vehicle on my own or booking some kind of experience…it can pinch the pocket.

[@hutch3513]

@@VoiAhoyTV or just give them the ring?

[@fahadfailchawyy808]

Solo travel is way much better than any other travel because of freedom, as for money I use 2 wallets, 1- the broke wallet I keep low money for a day and recharge, 2- the second wallet has credit cards etc and never leaves the safebox at the hotel, it's always good and always works, whenever anything happens you can just say ( it's my last day I spent all my money )

[@wouterolsthoorn1269]

Timestamps: 0:45 Accommodation 2:04 Freedom 3:18 Navigation 4:29 Safety 6:51 Approachable 8:00 Confidence 9:13 Meeting like-minded people Very informative video Joel, just putting this here for the ease of use. 🙂 Tip nr 8: Never show your real time location on social media, keep at least a few hours/1 day between posts for some security. Or at least be aware of the risk of tracking.

[@TAITRAVELVLOGS]

Thanks for the timestamps

[@kalinageorgieva2003]

This type of videos is so helpful for people that want to travel. I hope you keep doing them.

[@Joelfriend]

Aww thank you, I hope I’m helping people out!

[@zuesdae]

Can I get a are for $500?

[@Joelfriend]

ANY VIDEO RECOMMENDATIONS OR REQUESTS LET ME KNOW be more then happy to do them! 🤟🏻😊

[@beyzadiler8247]

Travel essential equipment video is gona be cool.Like what inside of my travel backpack.

[@Babbaflubbs]

Love your videos! Please could you possibly do a video saying the must visit places in Southeast Asia to see and do. Maybe even a hidden gems bit too and what you regret not doing/ seeing.

[@TheNextTorres9]

I’m travelling solo this year for the first time but Im mostly worried about getting food. Like I know it’s going to feel so weird and awkward for me to be sitting in a restaurant by myself. I plan on getting some street food sometimes so I can sort of find a spot to eat somewhere in the town. But there will be times when I need to eat at the hotel restaurant to save money

[@amybourmatnov3739]

My advice for eating alone as a solo traveler: Always bring a book! It feels far less awkward than just scrolling through your phone. Sometimes people will even approach me and ask what I’m reading :)

[@TheNextTorres9]

@@amybourmatnov3739 I like that! That's a good one, thanks

[@dr_corrupt1014]

@@amybourmatnov3739 but you have a boyfriend how do you travel alone ?

[@MBinLami]

@@amybourmatnov3739I think it’s about me having fun So I would listen to what ever I want and keep my mind free and feeling these expensive years of my life

[@benyicl92]

​@@amybourmatnov3739because you are a girl duh

[@ascottadventure9939]

Guesthouses are the best! I got to teach the kids who lived in one in Nusa Lembongan how to swim. Cutest family EVER!

[@hazelibe]

Me personally I tried a hostel once in Paris but it made me realise I don’t like it and I didn’t feel comfortable. The next best option is Airbnb and if you’re lucky you will be with a interactive and friendly host. The hiding money tip is great.

[@gearheadgaming1537]

A big city like that hostel has a different vibe than in a more rural area. Some air bnb are cheap if you book in advance and solo room can be better or worse

[@TristanKuhn]

Good tips. Can’t wait to get out there traveling again

[@TravelTourTaste]

Hey bro just found you today and really pleased we have your videos are awesome bro. Fantastic editing skills and great footage bro. Thanks so much for your hints and advice on travel. Stay safe and catch up again real soon. Remember Spread and share the love in these difficult times.

[@ascottadventure9939]

Hahahahaha "Not only do you sleep with the same people" - another episode of what your mum didn't know about your travels. 😂

[@Homelessmilkman]

This is great. Im planning on going to the usa for 6 months backpacking, around the whole (or as much as i can) of the usa. Its my first time going overseas, and im sure your tips are gonna work out great for me.

[@cheyennetasher218]

Not the hostile part lol. Get your own room

[@marcelbachmann1383]

Jodel is a very good social media platform for meeting people in the current area. It's basically there business model. 😅

[@reecerichmond1776]

I’m planning to go in November this year, did you have a plan going out travelling because I feel I just want to wing it but don’t want to go and then not do anything because I didn’t plan correctly

[@aryamanbapat9552]

Awesome... 😁🤩 More excited than ever Just waiting for my exams to get over 😭😭

[@Joelfriend]

Ahh good! Glad to hear it! Hope your exams go well!

[@gogzzz]

how did your exams go ? and how was your trip ? right know I’m exactly in the same situation as you were :))

[@lbunnygordon1133]

Great tips but the first thing got asked is where is onward ticket so cant be that spontaneous.

[@Sicaoisdead]

Hey bro, what was the most common age range of people you met travelling? Like 18-26?

[@Joelfriend]

Yeah most people were 18-26 I’d say obviously get some older travellers in late 20s and 30s but mostly 18-26

[@Sicaoisdead]

@@Joelfriend Ah cool cheers.

[@Gulf_drama]

Subbed, your a genuine guy

[@franalfaro3238]

Going to Indonesia in two weeks, where did you get your SIM card so cheap? Amazing video

[@joyceatwork]

Your advices and sharings are so GOOD👍🏼

[@JackMoore-d1u]

I'm a lifelong follower.

[@ryanahmed5615]

Great vid. Love your vibe

[@Joelfriend]

Thanks man!

[@subarnakhorshed8112]

I am going to turkey from Bangladesh. Solo trip so scared and excited. ❤️ thanks for the video

[@kabuffff]

What shoe is that?

[@Joelfriend]

It’s called Tropicfeel shoe they are great!

[@rodelscreation]

I am preparing to travel Philippines my own country this april wish me luck and thank you for thos helpful advise love you bro

[@Joelfriend]

We may be in the Philippines in April we aren’t 100% sure yet though

[@andrew-isac]

U r a cool Guy, keep making vidz man

[@Joelfriend]

Ahaha thanks man!!

[@beyzadiler8247]

Do you think to come Turkey? I think you like it .🙂

[@komrad7907]

Great advice! I like that you threw in some tips for women Cheers from Colombia!!

[@edstravel]

Another great video Bro

[@theshaktiya]

6:27 is that Malaysian RM 5 ?

[@j.l.s6574]

What camera do you use ?

[@Joelfriend]

I use a Sony A7iii

[@j.l.s6574]

@@Joelfriend cheers

[@cbdrums5995]

My guy loved this 🤟🏻

[@dant.e.]

I always do solo traveling... I don't like hostels, tho. When I need company I do tours (tripadvisor, viator) and of course there is Grindr 😉

[@rodelscreation]

Is grindr helpful?

[@AlexUAE]

Amaizing 🌍🌎🌏 Great Travel Video. Love to travel as well. Keep up the good work 🏖🏜🏕🏝🧭🏔🌋🏛

[@ryantaylor841]

Going solo to london. Any tips would help

[@seanharrison5915]

Stay away from Peckham 😂

[@brianakl]

None of my friends can come with me overseas so trying to build courage to go solo

[@vj_great551]

Haha me 2.... I'm afraid of traveling abroad even though I have done a shit ton of solo in my own country

[@ninjakris3004]

I have the apprehension of not being able to communicate/ speak the language of where I travel to.

[@emmarijsman04]

Does the facebook group not exist anymore?

[@vilarcarbu]

I think you might have forgotten to add that Facebook group link in the description :(

[@hottropic9479]

Lol, you’re lovely, and very funny.

[@frankobushi7281]

So helpful video nice job🙏

[@TheNkkalita]

Thank you ❤

[@kamrankhan-cb3zl]

Take care for ur next solo trip coz thieves already saw ur video and find it that u r keeping money in ur shoes 😂😂😂 so be carefull 😅😊😮

[@Ladycon8]

@6:23 having to take my shoe off to pay the waiter 🙂

[@mcogan4932]

Love your videos not sure about the camera angle at the start tho 😂. If you are looking for someone to travel with ever let me know

[@duncanj3723]

What if you snore in a hostal?

[@girlmakethemove1111]

Ear plugs

[@lotteguldie7506]

Cool video🤩 Very useful tips! Can you maybe put a link of the wing it gravel group in your bio? I can’t find it on Facebook🙈

[@MarianoGentili]

You were nice!

[@troyblueearth7450]

Good to know but I don’t think I could travel alone

[@rodelscreation]

We can, you just need to have courage to go out of your comfort zone... I am going out this april although not straightforward but I need to get somewhere nearby until i can go further, go for it bro

[@mbdinc5]

I couldn't hear any tips :)

[@eagleplastic1924]

Wanna travel with u

[@pilgrimermusic7506]

Can I take a comedy class instead..solo travel can wait🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lookmai.potter]

From Thailand 🙂

[@magicalstateofreceiving2758]

Stay in a hostel is a "hack"? Come on.

[@dannygeebee]

Yeah I never stay in hostels! They are buzzin Hotels are the way forward

[@lp6636]

How about Airbnb?

[@Joelfriend]

Airbnb tend to be more expensive, unless your in a group

[@adaamal-hillal982]

I wouldnt live in Hostel even if you would pay me 💀

[@Joelfriend]

No one will force you so you will be okay

[@nextplaneticket]

And if they rob your shoes? Hahha

[@Joelfriend]

Then your in big trouble!!!

[@ar2nl]

interesting but please increase your volume of voice or use a better mic

[@archiemiller9362]

His volume is just fine

[@imranwal4270]

What if you got no job?lol and you accounts are hacked,only got yourself:solo and any passerby you meet? And also survival tips lol

[@stellamarina4123]

Use a money belt under your clothes

[@ShubhamGoria]

Haha 3:03

[@thhxxxx6455]

"stay in hostels and sleep in the same room as other people" is one of the stupidest advices to follow if you're a woman. Definitely never do that. Always make sure you have your own room and that the room has a lock.

[@nadanedd1131]

...and a pair of alarmed door stoppers AND a safety door latch (from bunnings).

[@sujrana2241]

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