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Heres everything youll need to feel prepared and comfortable riding solo on your next adventure.

What to Pack for Solo Traveling

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Plus, staying organized is amust.

Keep reading to see which essential items I always pack and what to leave behind for a solo trip.

And, luckily for me, Airpods were incredibly easy to replace.

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In my opinion,good earbudsare essential to any trip.

I bring them on every trip and have used them as a backup.

However, paperback and hardcover books can really hold some weight and space in your bag.

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Thats why its best to go handheld with this Amazon Kindle Paperwhite.

Its also waterproof, making it the perfect beach or poolside accessory.

The charger is compatible with the Samsung Galaxy and iPhones 12 to 15.

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Its also quite compact and can fit into your pocket or backpack for walking around all day or hiking.

It includes proximity and distance modes, strobe, dimming, red LED night vision, and lock mode.

Take it from me, its worth it to invest in high-quality gear for traveling alone.

Epicka Universal Travel Adapter

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The backpack meetscarry-on size restrictionsfor the bulk of airlines, but always verify to check restrictions before traveling.

Its waterproof (which is ideal for unexpected rainfall) and offers built-in RFID-blocking material.

This compact travel money belt wastested by T+L editorsand deemed best for solo travelers or light packers.

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Its super easy to use, comfortable, and a good bargain at a low price point.

Its also double-stitched to prevent wear and tear, encouraging durability and long-term use.

The Baggallini RFID Card Case is small, compact, and easy to use.

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Available in a handful of colorways, it will help you keep your important cards safe.

This Lo & Sons Magnolia Leather Wallet comes at a steeper price, but it’s worth the buy.

Available in various types of leather, this wallet is durable and the ideal size for your traveling essentials.

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I always ensure theres a top zipper, like this one has, so any valuables stay safely inside.

Its slim, sleek design is minimal enough that its just what you need without becoming overly bulky.

Dont underestimate the power oftravel accessories.

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If youre worried about safety, then a personal alarm and first-aid kit will put you at ease.

You will be thanking yourself later for packing these handy products.

Plus, theres an additional water-resistant envelope pouch included for any skincare, valuables, or toiletries.

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They also come in stylish prints, ranging from polka dot to orchid fields.

This Brita Hard-sided Plastic Bottle will not break easily and Ive never had a problem with leaking.

It also fits inside the side pockets of your backpack for easy access.

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You only need to replace the filter approximately every two months.

The DripDrop variety pack offers individual packets to keep on hand for these instances.

I like how easy they are to slip into your bag.

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The Pelican Marine Waterproof Phone Pouch is heavy-duty with thousands of five-star ratings on Amazon.

Youll also have easy access to your phones side buttons and a detachable lanyard to wear around your neck.

While apackable towelmay be an afterthought, but its definitely an item that youll be grateful you brought.

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The machine-washable Matador Nanodry Towel comes in colors like black granite, making it difficult for stains to show.

Plus, its lightweight, which is the key.

For solo travelers, youll want something compact but well-equipped.

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This miniature kit is water-resistant, making it ideal for camping, hiking, or any form of traveling.

you’re free to even keep it in your car for road trips.

It includes 100 pieces of hospital-grade medical supplies, spanning from bandages to gauze pads.

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Its even helpful for non-emergency situations, like bandaging your heels to prevent blisters.

Thats why a tripod, like this Manfrotto one, is your best bet.

Its only 2.5 pounds and incredibly compact with a storage bag to easily fit in your backpack.

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Its maximum height reaches approximately 56 inches which is perfect for memorable Instagram videos.

Whatever the case is, these Dude Wipes are ideal because they are flushable and fragrance-free.

They come in a three-pack with 144 wipes in total.

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This three-piece set is leakproof with a double-lock closure, BPA-free, and freezer/dishwasher safe.

If youre staying in a place with a fridge, these can be particularly helpful.

Note that you cant place them in the microwave or high heat.

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This may seem obvious, but its seriously a game-changer when you have solid walking shoes while traveling.

Theres a good chance youll be doing 10,000 steps or more a day.

That is until I begrudgingly had to toss them because I wore them down so much.

Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack

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They serve a retro style while looking clean and crisp for vacation photos.

Be sure to still put products and clothing away as you use them.

If youre backpacking, then the answer there is pretty clear.

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For one- to two-week trips, you’re free to bring both a small backpack andcarry-on suitcase.

For trips longer than two weeks, you may consider checking a bag, but only if youreallyneed to.

I also would be mindful of the shoes you bring, keeping them to the essentials and nothing more.

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Shoes take up alotof room, and you really dont need as many pairs as youd think.

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Trust your gut and always carry your safety equipment with you for peace of mind.

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Hands putting cover on a Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack while it is on a wood coffee table

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Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody

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A person places a cell phone into the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody

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A person unzips the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody

A person holds the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody by the top handle

A person wears the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody like a backpack

A person places a cell phone into the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody

A person opens the Arden Cove Carmel Convertible Backpack and Crossbody

Amazon Molarun Travel Money Belt

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A person places sunglasses into the Molarun Travel Money Belt

Person putting money inside the Molarun Travel Money Belt

A person places a glass on a table alongside the Molarun Travel Money Belt

Baggallini RFID Card Case

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Lo & Sons Magnolia Leather Wallet

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Calpak Packing Cubes 5-piece Set

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Person unnesting Calpak Packing Cubes

Hand spraying water on Calpak Packing Cubes

Packed Calpak Packing Cubes displayed on a wood floor

Birdie Personal Safety Alarm

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Brita Premium Filtering Bottle

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DripDrop Electrolyte Powder

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Amazon Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch

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A phone in the Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch submerged in a pool

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A wet Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch on concrete

A wet Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch containing a phone on concrete near water

The Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch in a bag resting on concrete

The Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch on marble

A phone in the Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch submerged in a pool

A wet Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch on concrete

A wet Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch containing a phone on concrete near water

The Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch in a bag resting on concrete

The Case-Mate Pelican Marine IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch on marble

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Amazon THRIAID Mini First Aid Kit

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Amazon Manfrotto Element Traveller Small 5-Section Aluminum Tripod

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Amazon DUDE Wipes Flushable Wipes

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Amazon Rezip 3-Piece Stand-Up Reusable Bag Kit

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Hoka Clifton

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Closeup of Hoka One One Men’s Clifton 8 shoes on feet standing on a concrete walkway

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Feet wearing Hoka One One Men’s Clifton 8 shoes on a concrete walk

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Reebok BB 4000 ll Shoes

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