Vacation alone? No need to worry! We are sure that many Our readers have a hobby of traveling and many also like to travel solo. Come on, let's look at solo traveling tips and recommendations for tourist destinations when you have to vacation alone.
Everyone needs a vacation. In order not to be saturated with busy schedules every day, it is necessary to have a vacation so that the brain and body can rest for a while. Vacationing is the most exciting when done with family or friends. However, have you ever thought about going on vacation alone?
Currently traveling on vacation does not have to always be together, can be done alone. This activity is called solo traveling and is now very popular. This solo vacation can be very fun, especially if it has been carefully planned.
Adventure alone will train one's independence. We have to rely on ourselves when traveling solo. The exciting experience of meeting new people and adding references to tourist sites will definitely be unforgettable.
We have several recommendations for tourist attractions in Indonesia that you can visit for solo traveling, take a look at the list now!
There are some interesting facts about traveling alone. Maybe it can be used as a reference for those of you who are currently planning to go on vacation alone.
If you've got the reason for solo traveling, now it's your turn to find out the benefits of your own vacation. It turns out that there are various advantages that you will get by traveling solo. One of them is more efficient. That's right, if you are on vacation alone, the cost of eating, transportation, and others can be more efficient and can be reduced.
Another benefit is that you will meet a lot of new people and it is possible to make new friends too. You will also feel free and more peaceful because you are traveling solo, there is no need for debates such as: where to go first, what to buy first, and so on.
By traveling solo you can get to know yourself much better. You can practice to be more confident and can learn to make your own decisions.
Vacation itself certainly requires a lot of preparation. The first preparation, of course, prepares mental and self-confidence first. Next, you must venture out of your comfort zone.
You can start your solo traveling by choosing a few places that have been proven safe for a vacation. Most importantly, don't forget to ask for permission and prayers from your parents and family.
When traveling solo, you definitely need some tips to make your vacation smooth and fun. You can survey the vacation location first by browsing on the internet.
There's nothing wrong with reading the success stories of other solo travelers. Then try to book a place in advance and avoid traveling during the holiday season. This is so that you are more comfortable while on vacation and can enjoy the holiday as much as possible.
Don't forget to bring cash when traveling alone. Also record each expense so you can know how much you have spent. Finally, when traveling solo, don't forget to shop for souvenirs.
Yogyakarta.
You can do a solo vacation by choosing a tourist destination that is proven to be safe and friendly for travelers. You can look at Yogyakarta as your tourist destination, here. The residents are friendly and definitely ready to help the tourists if we ask and ask them politely.
Another reason why Yogyakarta deserves to be chosen as a solo traveler destination is because it has easy transportation access. You can get to this place by bus, train, or plane.
If you have arrived in Yogyakarta, you can get around by taking the Trans Jogja bus, you can also take traditional transportation such as rickshaws and wagons. Another alternative is to ride a motorbike that you rent. You can freely go around by motorbike to many tourist attractions in Jogja.
For lodging problems, Jogja provides many accommodations at affordable prices so you can save even more. Then for food issues, you can try a variety of traditional Jogja foods whose prices are also very pocket-friendly.
You can also stop by some culinary tours such as: Soto Sulung Tugu Station, Lesehan Pari Gogo, Bakpia Patuk Village, and so on.
There are so many choices of tourist destinations in Yogyakarta. You can be stylish in the Yogyakarta palace, you can also put on an action when you are at the Vredenburg Fort Museum. Don't miss visiting the historic bathing place, namely the Taman Sari Water Palace.
Bali.
The Island of the Gods is also classified as a very comfortable solo traveling place, you know. You don't need to feel lonely because in Bali there are so many domestic and foreign tourists who also do solo traveling. Your opportunity is wide open to make new friends here.
There are so many things you can do in Bali. Starting from exploring the rows of amazingly beautiful beaches, doing yoga in Ubud and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Ubud, walking down the alleys in Bali, and so on.
For transportation problems, you don't need to be confused because Bali can be reached easily either by plane or by ship. When you arrive in Bali, you can rent a motorbike because it can be more flexible to visit one place to another.
For accommodation such as hotels and food, you also don't need to worry. There are many cheap and affordable hostels and there are also luxury hotels for those of you who want to pamper yourself. Delicious food is also widely available at reasonable prices. So what are you waiting for? Immediately buy tickets to Bali, yes!
Bandung.
This Paris van Java must be included in your list of solo traveling destinations. The city is comfortable with cool air and beautiful impression. Bandung has a million tourist destinations that you really don't want to miss. Your safety is guaranteed while traveling solo in this place.
The location of this city is easy to reach by various means of transportation. But for those of you who are indeed far from Bandung or from outside the island of Java, then it is not wrong if you choose to use the services of a tour package. Just look for a solo tour package to explore Bandung to your heart's content.
Explore the beauty of Bandung from the Geological Museum to the famous Trans Studio Bandung. Take time to also visit Saung Angklung Udjo and also the famous Paskal Food Market. Rows of Instagrammable city parks are ready to welcome you too, you know.
When you're in Bandung, don't miss out on a culinary tour too, okay? You can spend your night walking along Road Cilaki and Cisangkuy. There you will find many typical snacks and a variety of delicious and unique Bandung specialties. Don't forget, you can also shop for as many souvenirs as you like at the Factory Outlets on Jalan Riau, Dago, to Setiabudi.
Lombok.
This island, which is located adjacent to the island of the Gods, also holds a million beauties, you know. Not to be outdone by Bali, Lombok also offers various interesting tourist destinations for travelers. You who are traveling solo should not waste time when visiting Lombok.
This island has become a Muslim-friendly halal tourist spot. The residents are also friendly and will definitely help when you are in trouble. Visit various beaches in Lombok to enjoy the sunset. Beautiful and amazing waterfalls are also ready to enchant you. In addition, don't miss the beauty of the various dykes in Lombok. You can enjoy interesting Gili underwater tours.
You can go to Lombok by ship or plane, while to get around Lombok you can rent a motorbike. Don't forget to bring spare fuel because there are not as many gas stations as there are on the islands of Java and Bali.
For eating problems, you can find many meatball sellers. Then there are other culinary delights, there is also rice wrap which is similar to Nasi Jinggo in Bali. You can also try various traditional foods from Lombok which are no less delicious.
Batu, Malang.
For those who like to travel in areas with cool air, then you shouldn't miss Batu City in Malang, right? Batu City has a lot of exciting tours that are good to visit.
The city is comfortable and transportation is also easy to get. You can take public transportation or you can also rent a car or motorbike to get around the city all day.
Explore various interesting amusement parks such as Jatim Park 1, where you can ride various rides to your heart's content. You can also go to Jatim Park 2 where you can see a modern concept zoo.
There is also Jatim Park 3 which presents a unique view and atmosphere typical of ancient times complete with various types of dinosaurs.
You also definitely won't miss a trip to a unique museum, namely the Angkut Museum. You can glance at various types of vehicles from ancient times to modern times in this museum. Besides that, you can look cool in this museum because the location is set exactly like some of the most famous cities in the world.
Don't let your night run out at the hotel just like that while you are in Batu City. Visit the Batu Night Spectacular which is open until midnight. Enjoy the beauty of the lanterns that are formed in various ways.
Another option is to visit Batu Town Square. You can sit back and enjoy the bustling city while tasting the various snacks sold around the square. There is also a Ferris wheel that you can try to ride. It's definitely a lot of fun.
For a vacation in Batu, you need to prepare warm clothes so you don't get cold. Various culinary delights in Batu have affordable prices with good taste. Avoid visiting this place while on vacation because it will definitely be very crowded.
Flores.
Flores Island can also be your solo traveling destination. The island is small but the place is safe for a vacation alone. The people are nice and don't hesitate to help you if you need something.
To go on an adventure to Flores, you must prepare an excess budget because we don't know what and how things are there. You can land in Labuan Bajo because there is Komodo International Airport which is the largest airport. Then, you can rent a motorcycle taxi to go around the island of Flores.
If you want a vacation on an affordable budget, you can choose to stay at a hostel. There you also have the opportunity to meet many other solo travelers.
If you want to visit other districts, you can use a plane whose ticket costs around Rp. 200 thousand. You can also take a trip but the price is around IDR 300 thousand with a much longer travel time.
Most of the tourist sites in Flores are located in remote areas, but believe me, you will have nothing to lose by visiting them. You can see the three-colored lake, namely Lake Kelimutu and other tours which are located far from the city center. You can rent a motorbike at a price of IDR 80,000 per day to get to the place.
