Hello there!

While our monthly Newsletters and Roundups deliver all of our just-published articles directly to your inbox, there is a lot of content on Solo Traveler that is valuable long-term and useful for every trip. We're going to bring you a quick hit of 3 posts that you might otherwise miss, based on a different theme each month.

Here we go!

In the excitement of planning a trip, our minds are on all the wonderful things we will see, do, taste, and discover. No one wants to think about all the things that could go wrong! But it is important that we do and as solo travelers, it is absolutely essential. 

The good news is, there is a LOT we can do in advance to prevent problems from arising or ensuring we have a plan in place to deal with them if they do. Taking a bit of time to take care of these details before you leave will set your mind at ease and allow you to focus on having the time of your life!

You've heard it from us before and you'll surely hear it again: get travel insurance. A simple trip and fall is one thing at home, but can be disastrous when you're traveling alone. My aunt fell getting off a boat and her $300 insurance plan covered her more than $100,000 in medical and transportation costs. Here’s how to make sure you get the right coverage for you and two recommended insurers: A Complete Guide to Travel Insurance for Solo Travelers.

Traveling alone requires some special attention to safety. You alone are responsible for everything. And when it comes to travel safety, prevention comes first. Here's what you need to know to plan and enjoy a safe trip alone: 50+ Proven Tips to Keep You Safe and here are 10 Solo Travel Safety Apps to give you some peace of mind.

Is there anything worse than being sick and alone? Well, sure. But there's still something about the combination of sick + solo + far from home that can make you feel exponentially sorrier for yourself. The sickest I've ever been in my life was while I was traveling solo and it taught me a few things I will never forget. Here’s how to prevent illness as you travel and what to do if you become unwell: How to Prevent or Deal with Getting Sick Traveling Solo.

That's it for this week! If there's a solo travel topic you'd like to see featured here, chances are, we've written about it. Reply to this email and we'll try to cover it in a future edition.

Happy (and safe & healthy) travels!

Tracey