Travelling Solo? We are here to help you!
Hello everyone. When it comes to
traveling, we get really pumped up with energy and adrenaline if we are riding
a bike… So, many people keep overthinking about going to a specific
destination for having fun. The most common factors that come to mind are money,
food and stay. Actually, you don’t have to think about it much. As India is
already growing as a tourist country, many people have got a chance to make
money by renting out hotels, homestays, Dharamshala, etc. But first, fix your destination. If you are going to do a one-day return trip, then most of the things mentioned below to carry are not needed. Just get your bike started and get going! Vrrooooommmmm !!!
So, if you are traveling solo on a bike, make sure that the bike is in perfect condition. Also check that you have enough petrol to catch up to the next gas station (In India, a Petrol Pump :P). Then the things you should carry with you depends on the duration of your journey. Get a 35-50 ltr. Ruck Sack (One which is used for hiking/ trekking). Pack the bag pack in such a way that most of the useful things are included in the bag. Some of the items to pack while solo traveling are as follows –
* Towel, Hand Towels, Napkins/ Handkerchiefs
* Loose T-shirts
* Some Full T-shirts
* Leather/ Woolen Jacket
* Jeans / Cargo Pants
* Toothbrush, Toothpaste
* Comb, perfume, deodorant, talc
* Good quality sunscreen lotion
* Hair Gel
* Sanitary Napkins / Tampons (For women)
* Action Camera, Charger, 2 SD Cards, Extra Battery
* Digital Camera
* 2 SD Cards, Adapters, 2 Camera Batteries
* 1 Extra Mobile for emergency calls
* Camera Charger, 2 Mobile Chargers
* 2 Travel Chargers for mobile
So,
this is the main stuff you have to pack while traveling solo on a bike. Now,
you will say that how can I fit all the stuff in one bag? Right? The solution is to get a Saddle Bag with its mount and get the extra stuff in the Saddle Bag on
the bike. Get a waterproof rain cover for your bags so that all the stuff
inside remains dry till you reach your destination. Also check the forecast of
the weather of your place and the place where you are going. Get a sleeping bag
too, if needed just in case… You know what I mean…
The
above list was exhaustive. You can adjust and carry the quantity of the items
mentioned above as per the duration of your stay. The next thing is money.
While leaving for the ride, carry enough cash and also carry your debit card/
credit card so that you don’t face any financial problems ahead.
If
you are booking a hotel before the ride, make sure that it provides breakfast,
lunch and dinner at the quoted price on the website by calling the hotel before
booking. Because most of the hotels do not disclose the hidden charges for food
and room service. They even charge for a Bisleri Bottle as high as Rs. 40/-
with the room service charge. And breakfast, lunch and dinner charges applicable as
per the dishes we ordered. This has happened to me on Tirupati Trip.
As
a matter of security for fellow women riders, when you get in the room, please
check that there is no hidden camera installed anywhere in the room. Especially
in the washroom. Because many hotel managers/waiters install such cameras and
record the private moments of people inside and sell those videos for making
money.
Lastly remember, when you check-in to the room, check all the appliances or fixtures for any faults in front of the waiters because while you check-out the hotel, they directly charge you with the malfunctioning of some items. If you find out any such items, report it to the waiter or reception counter immediately.
If you love this blog, do keep sharing with your friends and family and keep supporting. Comment below about the topics you want blogs and videos on in the future. Also stay home. Stay safe in this period. Love biking? Wear Helmet. Be a responsible rider! More travel blogs coming soon… YouTube Channel starting soon.
This is Rajeev Gandhi signing off for Travelogs India. See you soon. Bye.
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