If you’ve never traveled alone before, 2020 will be the year to do it. After all, how else will you get a vacation that allows you to see everything you want to see without needing to follow somebody else’s itinerary? Traveling by yourself helps you learn more about yourself, get out of your comfort zone, and often even boosts confidence. Check out these tips to help you complete your first solo trip to New York City successfully.
Pack Only What You Need
When traveling on your own, it’s important to pack light so you can keep track of your belongings more easily. Consider the weather when choosing which clothes to bring, remembering that summertime gets up to the 80s or 90s and winter can drop down to well below freezing. Remember, comfortable shoes are always important. The busy city and many different things to do mean you’ll likely be on your feet a lot of the time.
Find the Best Spots to Dine Solo
Dining alone gives you plenty of time to people watch. A wide range of NYC eateries make great places to dine solo and do just that. Cafe Habana offers delicious, super cheap food and drinks, while Fonda Nolita Tacombi offers some of the best tacos in the city and does it all in a retro, casual environment. Hole-in-the-wall places are best for solo travelers, but many fine dining establishments cater to solo diners as well, as long as you make a reservation far enough in advance.
Stay in the Best Place for Single Travelers
From the Westgate NYC Hotel, conveniently situated near Grand Central Station, to the wide range of good-quality, budget accommodations in the city, and even hostels (if you meet the qualifications), New York provides many hotel and motel choices. When traveling alone, remember it is even more important to check reviews and ensure you will be in a safe environment.
Know What to Explore on Your Own
Maybe you just want to wander the streets to see what unique gems you come across. Perhaps you’d like to explore a museum or even see a movie alone in a park. Regardless of whether you’re a foodie, interested in history, or want to check out indie bookstores and bars, you have options. If you want to check out the most for your time, plan an itinerary. Do you prefer to go with the flow? Just show up and see where each day takes you.
Are you ready to plan your solo trip to NYC? Start with booking your hotel? Click here to begin the process, and then decide where to start your vacation exploration.
This post gave me some ideas. I shall be traveling myself for the first time in a long time.
I spent 4 days in NYC by myself many years ago. I stayed at the YWCA for cheap, got a subway pass and saw 2 Broadway shoes. Very fun.
This was a fun post to read and really gave me a lot of important tips. I would love to visit NYC solo and have a blast.