25 things to enrich your journey
a tip for the drivers…
have multiple copies of everything. Even get some colour copies of your driving license laminated so you can leave them with the border guards who threaten to hold them for bribe.
benefits of traveling solo…
You learn about yourself. You’ll find out what your likes and dislikes are, and be able to act on them. … … You’ll spend more time writing your journal, taking photos, reading, studying the culture - absorbing more of the country you’re traveling in. You’ll be less distracted by a friend and more likely to notice the small things happening around you. As a single traveler it can be easier to blend in … … women traveling alone: The trick is being able to distinguish between a tactless man and a dangerous one. Always trust your instincts. If you feel at risk, simple move to another compartment with safe-looking people, head to a more crowded street or stop a police officer.
daily costs: lowest type…
Daily expenses in developing countries: $10; monthly: $300; yearly:$3650 Daily expenses in developed countries: $22; monthly: $660; yearly: $8030 Lifestyle: Sleeping in hostel dorms, sharing rooms in the very cheapest hostels, camping, resting, sleeping on trains and buses. Eating cheapest food. No clubbing. Limited museums and no lingering drinks at nice cafes.
some miscellaneous gears:
ear plugs, permanent marker, superglue, duct tape, lighter, power adapters, clothesline, sleep sheet, mosquito coil
items for money belt:
passport, driving license, student card, youth card, 10 extra passport size photos, insurance card, phone card, anti-diarrhoea pill
some tourist scams…