Traveling solo can be intimidating, scary and risky.

獨自旅行會非常恐怖、驚險，也很有風險。

Most importantly, though, traveling solo can be one of the most eye-opening experiences. Here are 10 tips to help make your first solo traveling experience a full-on success.

不過，最重要的是，獨自旅行可是最令人大開眼界的體驗之一。以下10條小貼士能幫助第一次獨自旅行的你圓滿完成旅程。

1.Do your research.

1.做足功課

Before you go to a new place, make sure to do your research. This sounds fairly obvious, yet there are still so many people who seem to just wing it. Be thorough and look into where you're going. Check out the surrounding area, bars and restaurants you want to try out, excursions you want to do, prices for basics like food and drink, local customs and local language, etc. You can never be too prepared when traveling alone.

你去一個新地方之前，務必做足功課。深入了解、研究你的旅行目的地。查一查周圍環境，你想嘗試的酒吧、餐廳，你想游覽的地方，食物飲料等基本生活用品的價格，當地風俗和語言。獨自旅行時，再怎么做準備都不為過。

2.Save, save, save.

2.攢錢，攢錢，再攢錢

I'm talking about really saving here — not just spending your money as usual and taking your last paycheck with you. Decide how much you can spare from each paycheck and start taking it out. If you're traveling with someone and run out of money, you can (hopefully) count on them to spot you. If you're on your own, you're literally on your own.

這里我說的是真正的攢錢——而不是像平常那樣花錢，只帶著上個月的工資去旅行。確定你可以從每個月的工資里省下多少錢，并開始把這部分錢拿出來。如果你是結伴同行，你的錢花光了你還可以（有望）找他們接濟你一點。但是你獨自旅行，只得靠自己了。

Figure out how much you will need and double it. It's better to have more than you need and be able to bring some back with you than to run out. Also, make sure to call your bank and let them know where and when you're traveling, so they doesn't freeze your card.

計算出你需要的旅行費用，并乘以二。帶的錢最好比你實際需要的多，且旅行回來最好還剩一點，不要都花光。此外，務必致電開戶行，告知你的旅行地點和時間，這樣你的銀行卡就不會被凍結。

3.Break up with your comfort zone.

3.走出舒適區

Whether it's with food, excursions or the location, there is no one to stop you from doing what you want, so do it up. I firmly believe you should do something each trip that makes you face your fears.

不論是食物、短途旅行還是地點，你想做的事情沒人會阻止，那就放開去做吧！每次旅行都應該做點直面內心恐懼的事。

Climb Mount Everest, go on a safari in Africa, eat alone at a cafe — there are so many options. Enjoy all of the opportunities that will come your way and take full advantage of them.

爬上珠穆朗瑪峰,去非洲狩獵,一個人去咖啡館用餐等，你有很多的選擇。享受你的旅程中可能遇到的所有事，充分利用它們。

4.Make sure you have a form of contact.

4.與家人保持聯系

Try to set a certain time to check in by each day, and make sure to set your alarm so you don't miss it. If you're traveling into a different time zone it will be more difficult, but still try to update the loved ones you need to.

每天都定時將你的行程告訴家人，記得每天定好鬧鐘提醒這樣你就不會錯過他們。如果你去不同的時區旅行時，這些執行起來會更加困難，但還是要試著讓關心你的家人們知道你的最新行蹤。

5.Don't be afraid to trust locals, but don't be too naive

5.相信本地人，但也別太天真

Be conscious of your surroundings. If someone is shady, get yourself away from the situation. Don't tell people where you're staying. Don't accept drinks from strangers (obvi), and try not to walk to a lot of places alone at night.

對周圍情況保持警惕。如有可疑之人，要遠離。不要把住所告訴別人。不要喝陌生人提供的飲料（必須的），不要在夜里去太多的地方。

6.Do excursions that will immerse you in the culture of the country.

6.了解當地文化

Take advantage of being able to learn more about a different culture. Try a walking tour. You'll be able to see so much in one day. Doing guided tours will help you fully learn about the past, present and future of the country in ways you wouldn't be able to do without a history book.

盡可能利用機會學習更多不同的文化。嘗試步行。一天之內你可以看到很多東西。有導游引導的旅行能幫助你更多的了解一個國家的過去，現在和未來，而這些是你在歷史教科書上學不來的。

7.Don't ruin your trip by constantly looking for souvenirs.

7.別因為不斷搜羅紀念品而掃了旅行的興致.

Enjoy your time without having to constantly worry about finding gifts for an army. It's stressful, and it's taking from money you should be spending on yourself. It's one thing if someone gives you money for something specific, but if not, learn to stand up straight and say no. If your friends and family love you, they'll understand.

享受你的旅行時光，不必老是糾結為一大群人找禮物。這會讓人有壓力，而且這筆花銷是從本該花在自己身上的錢里出的。如果有人給你錢叫你買某樣東西是一回事，否則，學著維護自己的權益，學會拒絕。如果你的朋友和家人愛你的話，他們會理解的。

8.Selfie sticks are ridiculous, but they're also your best friend.

8.自拍桿很無聊，但它們是你最好的朋友

One of the best things about traveling with others is they can take some artsy, Insta-worthy shots of you. Instead of asking a stranger, invest in a selfie stick and own the shit out of it. Yeah, so what if it's absurd? You'll feel worse when you look back and realize you have no photos of yourself standing in front of the world's largest castle in Prague.

與他人結伴旅游最大的好處之一是他們可以幫你拍出一些很藝術的照片。帶上自拍桿，不用求助陌生人，自己輕松搞定。然而，最囧的是什么呢？當你站在布拉格全球最大的城堡前拍完照，發現根本找不到自己。

9.Ease yourself in with some group tours.

9.參加一個旅行團

If you're still nervous about traveling alone, take some baby steps and start with a guided group tour. This way, you aren't completely alone, but you'll still feel independent. Plus, you'll learn more and make some friends while you're at it!

如果仍對獨自旅行感到緊張，那就從頭開始，參加一個旅行團吧。這樣，你就并非完全的孤單，但仍能感到獨立。此外，你還能學到更多，并交到更多的朋友。

10.Don't be afraid to get lost.

10.別害怕迷路

Getting lost is half the fun. Sometimes, you end up in the most magical places you never would have known existed. Don't be afraid to get dropped off in a different part of a city each day. Or, just go out and walk around for hours and see where it takes you.

旅行中一半的樂趣在于迷路。有時，你最終會抵達最奇妙的地方，要不是迷路你永遠都不知道還存在這樣的地方。每天別害怕會在城市的不同地方下車。或者干脆出去隨便走上幾小時，看看最后會走到哪兒。

I cannot emphasize enough the importance of solo travel to gain a sense of independence. You are completely responsible and you have no one to lean on but yourself. Travel feeds the soul.

關于獨立旅行以獲得獨立感的重要性，我無需再強調。你終于完全為自己負責，除了自己別無依靠。旅行滋養靈魂。

Traveling solo can be intimidating, scary and risky.

獨自旅行會非常恐怖、驚險，也很有風險。

Most importantly, though, traveling solo can be one of the most eye-opening experiences. Here are 10 tips to help make your first solo traveling experience a full-on success.

不過，最重要的是，獨自旅行可是最令人大開眼界的體驗之一。以下10條小貼士能幫助第一次獨自旅行的你圓滿完成旅程。

1.Do your research.

1.做足功課

Before you go to a new place, make sure to do your research. This sounds fairly obvious, yet there are still so many people who seem to just wing it. Be thorough and look into where you're going. Check out the surrounding area, bars and restaurants you want to try out, excursions you want to do, prices for basics like food and drink, local customs and local language, etc. You can never be too prepared when traveling alone.

你去一個新地方之前，務必做足功課。深入了解、研究你的旅行目的地。查一查周圍環境，你想嘗試的酒吧、餐廳，你想游覽的地方，食物飲料等基本生活用品的價格，當地風俗和語言。獨自旅行時，再怎么做準備都不為過。

2.Save, save, save.

2.攢錢，攢錢，再攢錢

I'm talking about really saving here — not just spending your money as usual and taking your last paycheck with you. Decide how much you can spare from each paycheck and start taking it out. If you're traveling with someone and run out of money, you can (hopefully) count on them to spot you. If you're on your own, you're literally on your own.

這里我說的是真正的攢錢——而不是像平常那樣花錢，只帶著上個月的工資去旅行。確定你可以從每個月的工資里省下多少錢，并開始把這部分錢拿出來。如果你是結伴同行，你的錢花光了你還可以（有望）找他們接濟你一點。但是你獨自旅行，只得靠自己了。

Figure out how much you will need and double it. It's better to have more than you need and be able to bring some back with you than to run out. Also, make sure to call your bank and let them know where and when you're traveling, so they doesn't freeze your card.

計算出你需要的旅行費用，并乘以二。帶的錢最好比你實際需要的多，且旅行回來最好還剩一點，不要都花光。此外，務必致電開戶行，告知你的旅行地點和時間，這樣你的銀行卡就不會被凍結。

3.Break up with your comfort zone.

3.走出舒適區

Whether it's with food, excursions or the location, there is no one to stop you from doing what you want, so do it up. I firmly believe you should do something each trip that makes you face your fears.

不論是食物、短途旅行還是地點，你想做的事情沒人會阻止，那就放開去做吧！每次旅行都應該做點直面內心恐懼的事。

Climb Mount Everest, go on a safari in Africa, eat alone at a cafe — there are so many options. Enjoy all of the opportunities that will come your way and take full advantage of them.

爬上珠穆朗瑪峰,去非洲狩獵,一個人去咖啡館用餐等，你有很多的選擇。享受你的旅程中可能遇到的所有事，充分利用它們。

4.Make sure you have a form of contact.

4.與家人保持聯系

Try to set a certain time to check in by each day, and make sure to set your alarm so you don't miss it. If you're traveling into a different time zone it will be more difficult, but still try to update the loved ones you need to.

每天都定時將你的行程告訴家人，記得每天定好鬧鐘提醒這樣你就不會錯過他們。如果你去不同的時區旅行時，這些執行起來會更加困難，但還是要試著讓關心你的家人們知道你的最新行蹤。

5.Don't be afraid to trust locals, but don't be too naive

5.相信本地人，但也別太天真

Be conscious of your surroundings. If someone is shady, get yourself away from the situation. Don't tell people where you're staying. Don't accept drinks from strangers (obvi), and try not to walk to a lot of places alone at night.

對周圍情況保持警惕。如有可疑之人，要遠離。不要把住所告訴別人。不要喝陌生人提供的飲料（必須的），不要在夜里去太多的地方。

6.Do excursions that will immerse you in the culture of the country.

6.了解當地文化

Take advantage of being able to learn more about a different culture. Try a walking tour. You'll be able to see so much in one day. Doing guided tours will help you fully learn about the past, present and future of the country in ways you wouldn't be able to do without a history book.

盡可能利用機會學習更多不同的文化。嘗試步行。一天之內你可以看到很多東西。有導游引導的旅行能幫助你更多的了解一個國家的過去，現在和未來，而這些是你在歷史教科書上學不來的。

7.Don't ruin your trip by constantly looking for souvenirs.

7.別因為不斷搜羅紀念品而掃了旅行的興致.

Enjoy your time without having to constantly worry about finding gifts for an army. It's stressful, and it's taking from money you should be spending on yourself. It's one thing if someone gives you money for something specific, but if not, learn to stand up straight and say no. If your friends and family love you, they'll understand.

享受你的旅行時光，不必老是糾結為一大群人找禮物。這會讓人有壓力，而且這筆花銷是從本該花在自己身上的錢里出的。如果有人給你錢叫你買某樣東西是一回事，否則，學著維護自己的權益，學會拒絕。如果你的朋友和家人愛你的話，他們會理解的。

8.Selfie sticks are ridiculous, but they're also your best friend.

8.自拍桿很無聊，但它們是你最好的朋友

One of the best things about traveling with others is they can take some artsy, Insta-worthy shots of you. Instead of asking a stranger, invest in a selfie stick and own the shit out of it. Yeah, so what if it's absurd? You'll feel worse when you look back and realize you have no photos of yourself standing in front of the world's largest castle in Prague.

與他人結伴旅游最大的好處之一是他們可以幫你拍出一些很藝術的照片。帶上自拍桿，不用求助陌生人，自己輕松搞定。然而，最囧的是什么呢？當你站在布拉格全球最大的城堡前拍完照，發現根本找不到自己。

9.Ease yourself in with some group tours.

9.參加一個旅行團

If you're still nervous about traveling alone, take some baby steps and start with a guided group tour. This way, you aren't completely alone, but you'll still feel independent. Plus, you'll learn more and make some friends while you're at it!

如果仍對獨自旅行感到緊張，那就從頭開始，參加一個旅行團吧。這樣，你就并非完全的孤單，但仍能感到獨立。此外，你還能學到更多，并交到更多的朋友。

10.Don't be afraid to get lost.

10.別害怕迷路

Getting lost is half the fun. Sometimes, you end up in the most magical places you never would have known existed. Don't be afraid to get dropped off in a different part of a city each day. Or, just go out and walk around for hours and see where it takes you.

旅行中一半的樂趣在于迷路。有時，你最終會抵達最奇妙的地方，要不是迷路你永遠都不知道還存在這樣的地方。每天別害怕會在城市的不同地方下車。或者干脆出去隨便走上幾小時，看看最后會走到哪兒。

I cannot emphasize enough the importance of solo travel to gain a sense of independence. You are completely responsible and you have no one to lean on but yourself. Travel feeds the soul.

關于獨立旅行以獲得獨立感的重要性，我無需再強調。你終于完全為自己負責，除了自己別無依靠。旅行滋養靈魂。