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12 Solo Travel Essentials a Guidebook Author and Content Creator Swears by for Every Trip, From Just $14

Her genius picks include a personal safety alarm and an anti-theft crossbody bag.

As a travel guidebook author and content creator, I do a lot of solo travel. Over the years, I’ve authored 34 Lonely Planet travel guides across 5 continents. These assignments have taken me to some of the world’s more remote places, including road trips across Madagascar, Namibia, and the Australian Outback, as well as to more touristy destinations like Thailand’s dreamy southern islands, Switzerland, and the American Southwest. 

Packing for a solo trip used to intimidate me, and I’d bring way too many items I never wore or needed, but after doing it enough times, I’ve perfected my suitcase game. Instead of overpacking, I stick with tried-and-true essentials and add outfits based on climate and itinerary. One of my core rules is to pack clothes that can provide double or triple duty, depending on how they are accessorized.

My most recent trip, for a magazine assignment, took me to Las Vegas to experience the Oasis Pool Deck at the new Fontainebleau Hotel. This trip was all about chilling in a cabana at LIV Beach, Sin City’s hottest new daylife destination inspired by the cliffside terraces of Antibes in the French Riviera, listening to Tiësto spin, and then dancing at LIV nightclub, so in addition to my go-to safety accessories, I packed outfits I knew could effortlessly go from day to night. Here are my packing essentials, all under $35 on Amazon.  

Related: I’m a Journalist Who Travels Solo — Here Are 17 Safety Devices Everyone Should Have on Hand, From $7

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

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Many of my travel guidebook assignments took me to remote locations where the drinking water quality is unsafe for consumption. When I updated Lonely Planet’s Madagascar guidebook (quite a few editions ago now), I relied on a water purification pen to keep my drinking water safe as I made my way around the country by car and public transport — one bus ride took 8 hours and involved holding someone’s baby goat in my lap; Africa travel is always an adventure! 

The LifeStraw filters out more than 99.99 percent of waterborne bacteria and parasites, including E. coli Giardia, and is easy to use – simply remove the caps at either end, submerge the bottom of the straw into whatever you are drinking out of, and sip like you usually do. It is hard to believe something so simple can be such a lifesaver, but other travelers agree: LifeStraw has garnered over 96,000 perfect five-star ratings on Amazon. 

She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm

As a woman who travels solo, personal safety is always in my mind. I visit some uncomfortable places when researching guidebooks, but I feel safer knowing I have the She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm in my pocket. Unlike pepper spray and mace, which cannot fly, the Birdie alarm can travel with you. The alarm is easy to use; you just pull the pin, and it emits a loud, flashing siren that quickly draws attention to the situation. You just slide the pin back into the alarm’s body to turn it off. Luckily, I have never had to pull the alarm, but Amazon customers who have purchased it say it works, giving it nearly 10,000 five-star ratings. “I feel much safer in a crowd. All I have to do is pull on this alarm, which starts shrieking. I keep it pinned to the strap on my purse for easy access,” one reviewer wrote . 

Endmak Door Stop Alarm

A door-stop alarm is easy to pack and can set your mind at ease when traveling solo and staying in hotels or vacation rentals. To use, you simply place it behind any inner pull door, and if someone tries to enter, the door will hit the metal switch and turn the alarm off. This one by Endmak sets off a loud, shrill ring that will alert you and hopefully scare the intruder away. It operates with two AAA batteries and is made of durable plastic. Just switch it off when traveling so you don’t accidentally trigger it at a TSA checkpoint.

Anker Portable Charger

When researching guidebooks, I rely heavily on Google Maps to get me around. There are a few things scarier when traveling solo in an unknown city than having your phone die and getting lost. So, I always have a portable battery charger like this one from Anker in my purse. Just knowing it is there gives me peace of mind. Slim and easy to carry, this charger still packs a powerful punch. 

It can charge my Google Pixel Pro 8 about four times before I need to recharge the charger, and it also can charge two devices at once with USB C and USB A ports. It charges my devices quickly, taking about two hours to charge my phone and other devices I always travel with, including my trusted GoPro Hero 11 that I use to create underwater content. 

Vadoo Anti-Theft Crossbody Shoulder Bag

I carry an anti-theft bag to keep my valuables safe when traveling in cities known for pickpocketing incidents. I like the feel of a crossbody bag over a purse, and this sling shoulder bag from Vadoo does the job well. It has five different pockets to separate valuables and a magnetic phone compartment that is compatible with phones up to 6.7 inches long. The bag is lightweight and slim and designed to fit your body. Wear it as either a chest bag or a shoulder bag, depending on the level of safety you need. Amazon shoppers also love this bag, with one reviewer saying : “Used this very lightweight crossbody bag inside my coat and or sweater in Barcelona and wasn’t heavy at all. I love how functional it was and it carried my cell, passports, makeup, etc. It was stylish, too.”

Atumtek Extendable Selfie Stick Tripod 

I admit I am one of those people who always packs a selfie stick. But honestly, as a content creator traveling solo, it is a job necessity. I used my Atumtek selfie stick to take so many recent shots, including some memorable ones on a beach in Watamu, Kenya. Sometimes I hold it in my hand, but I love this product by Atumtek because it also doubles as an expandable tripod that can hold most phones for hands-free photo-taking. When used as a tripod, it takes beautiful full-body shots and can even hold steady in moderate wind. The easy-to-set-up Bluetooth wireless remote lets me snap after perfecting my pose. 

Copper Compression Socks – 3 Pairs

Last summer, I basically commuted between Denver and Europe for work, hopping across the pond five times in three months and visiting 14 countries. All that flying is hard on my body, and my ankles are prone to swelling. I also have serious anxiety over developing DVT, especially while traveling solo, so I always wear compression socks on long-haul flights. 

There are thousands of compression socks on the market, but I love these by Copper Compression because they infuse copper directly into the fabric’s fibers, which helps keep the socks from getting stinky. Besides flying, I use my compression socks for hikes and sometimes on long walking days in a city. They help reduce inflammation, which I am prone to, and relieve sore muscles and tendon pain. And with a 3-pack costing less than $25, they are also a great deal on Amazon. 

Skechers Bobs B Cute Sneaker

If you’ve read my other reviews , you’ll know I never leave home without my trusty, hands-free Kizik sneakers. But they can be quite pricey, so I also recommend this similar pair that is part of Skechers’ Bobs line. As a rescue dog mom to a Chihuahua mix named Poppy who travels everywhere with me, I love the Bobs line because the brand has donated more than $10 million to animal organizations and helped 1.9 million shelter dogs and cats from its purchases. These sneakers are comfy and stylish, easy to slide in and out of, and versatile — you can wear them with a dress, shorts, or pants. When they get dirty, you can throw them in the washing machine. 

Satuun Open Front Cropped Cardigan 

A lightweight, open-front black cardigan is the clothing essential that accompanies me on every single trip. I wash it after travel and put it back in the suitcase with the other live-in essentials. I’ve gone through dozens of cardigans over the last decade, but currently, I love this shawl cardigan from Satuun. Made from soft, light material that doesn’t easily pill, it has three-quarter sleeves. The shorter cut works well with my 5-foot frame. This cardigan is super versatile, and when I’m traveling to warm-weather destinations, it will be the only layer I carry. It pairs well with a dress or pants and is also my go-to when visiting religious sites or traveling in Muslim countries. This cardigan comes in 23 different colors and is machine washable. 

Yathon Sundress with Pockets  

My other essential clothing is a stretchy summer dress with a fitted top and a twirlable skirt. I’ve packed a similar dress to this one on nearly every warm-weather trip I’ve taken for the last decade. It is just super comfortable, looks flattering on my body type, photographs great, and the stripes hide dirt and stains between washes. I lost the tag to the dress years ago, but this one by Yathon is a similar style and gets lots of praise from Amazon shoppers with more than 14,000 five-star reviews. One traveler said it’s their “favorite little black dress of all time” and “It is a staple for travel and in my wardrobe. I will probably venture out and get a few more colors because I wear it so often.”

Feisedy Polarized Vintage Jackie O Cat Eye Sunglasses

I never leave home without stylish, polarized sunglasses. When I’m traveling, and the sun is out, sunnies are covering my eyes. I don’t mess around with UV rays causing damage to my eyes. I like polarized lenses for travel (well, really for everything) because they provide more color clarity, especially when looking at water. The ones I’ve been wearing for the last few seasons are by Versace, but these are a similar look with a flattering cat-eye shape. Amazon shoppers love them, too, giving them more than 5,800 five-star reviews and praising them for their size, comfort, and durability. 

Bsubsearch Beach Dress Cover Up

I prefer warm weather destinations over cold ones, so a bathing suit and cover-up are always in my suitcase. I love this cover-up by Bsubsearch for its versatility. I packed it in two colors for my weekend at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas , knowing it would be perfect to wear to LIV Beach during the day.

The cover-up is short, with a more fitted top and an A-line flair to the skirt. I love how it hugs my curves in all the right places. Best of all, the style worked great for wearing to the club at night when I put a body suit like this under it and paired it with vintage YSL gold strappy heels. I felt right at home ordering bottle service at my table at the LIV Nightclub, which boasts opulent décor, over-the-top special effects, and an exclusive high-energy vibe.    

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I Travel Alone Often, and These Are the 16 RFID-blocking Bags I Recommend to Keep Your Info Safe — From $10

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I first started traveling solo internationally long before my career as a professional travel writer began, back in college when protecting my belongings involved keeping a death grip on my airline tickets (remember cardstock tickets?) and cashier’s checks. I remember nervously walking around London — wearing my backpack in front, of course — and assuming everyone on the Tube was trying to figure out where I had stashed my cash. I learned from that trip that traveling in fear is no fun as a solo traveler (or as any sort of traveler, for that matter), and it’s definitely not necessary. What is necessary is being aware of your surroundings and making smart decisions, like not walking alone through dimly lit passageways and not letting others know you’re traveling alone.   More than eight dozen countries later — and hundreds of stories filed from hotel rooms and cafes around the world — and I can now attribute much of my safety success while on the road to being smart, being aware, and being prepared with gear that protects my personal info (like these data blocking charging cables ).  You’ll still often see me traveling with my backpack on my front while riding on crowded Metros around Europe where I live … only now that backpack is equipped with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-blocking technology. Digital theft is a growing problem around the world, and not just in crowded cities, where a simple skim (i.e., scan) of your bag could give thieves access to your name, address, credit card numbers, and expiration dates. For that reason, I always use an RFID-blocking wallet or bag to keep my credit cards and IDs un-skimmable and recommend travelers do the same. From bags that are meant to be worn on the front to bags that are both slice- and skim-resistant, these are my favorite RFID-blocking bags for anyone looking to protect themselves while traveling.  

Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Essential Messenger Bag

This roomy messenger is lightweight but durable, and by durable I mean slash-proof, cut-proof, and equipped with locking hardware to strap it down while at a restaurant or café. Travelon makes one of the top anti-theft bags out there, and this bag doubles as a wallet with built-in card holders and zipper pockets, all RFID-blocking, of course. 

Daitet Money Belt Bag

Travelers love this RFID-blocking money belt for “ peace of mind ” and that it’s easy to conceal when they’re on the go, saying it’s “ almost unnoticeable under a T-shirt ” and is “super light, durable, and works great.” Coming in at just $10 thanks to a 50 percent off sale, it’s also a steal. And Amazon shoppers have taken note, with more than 2,000 selling in the past month alone. 

Falanko Laptop Backpack

The RFID-blocking pocket is large enough to protect a wallet, a phone, and a passport all at once. I also love that this backpack is waterproof, so it can also protect a laptop against spills or unexpected weather. The built-in charging port and luggage strap come in handy, too. 

Baggallini Essential Crossbody Bag

Amazon reviewers love this crossbody’s multiple zipper pocket options, but I love how easy it is to keep clean. The entire bag is machine washable, which does not hinder the RFID-blocking capabilities in any way. 

Sherpani Geo, Anti-Theft Tote Bag

Although this anti-theft bag is smaller than the average tote, it’s great for storing a 10-inch tablet and perfect for protecting your digital identity with a spacious RFID-blocking pocket built right in. Even better, you can wear it as a tote, a crossbody, or a shoulder bag.

Kroser Laptop Backpack 

There are no less than 13 pockets in this TSA-friendly backpack. Some are mesh, some are zippered, but the most important ones are RFID-blocking. Reviewers obviously love its functionality, but many also mention how comfy it is to wear. 

Nautica RFID-Blocking Mini Crossbody

The RFID-blocking pocket in this crossbody is almost as big as the entire bag itself. This also comes with an interior zipper coin pocket as well as an exterior zippered pocket, but I love that it can be worn as a wristlet or a crossbody depending on which strap you use. 

Travelon Anti-Theft Metro Convertible Small Crossbody 

Don’t let the size deceive you — this durable bag is surprisingly spacious. It comes with Travelon’s signature 5-point anti-theft security system (i.e., slash-resistant strap, lock down straps, locking compartments, an RFID-blocking organizer, slash-resistant mesh), and it can be worn as either a waist pack or a crossbody. 

Wrangler RFID-Blocking Crossbody Purse 

Simply thread your belt through the belt loop for a hands-free RFID-blocking bag that’s great for travel. Designed to resemble an old-school camera bag, this petite purse is perfect for stashing the essentials, and keeping those essentials safe no matter where you go. 

Travelon Anti-theft Classic Sling Bag

Amazon has this popular travel sling on sale for up to half off right now in select colors. It’s an organized traveler’s dream bag, with multiple pockets and specific RFID-blocking card slots and passport pockets. I love that it has the versatility of a sling with the functionality of a backpack.

S-Zone Duffel Bag

Even without the RFID-blocking zippered pocket — which is huge, by the way, at 12.6 inches long — this bag is one of my favorites to recommend for travel due to its smart design. This anti-theft duffel can hold way more than you’d expect and opens like a suitcase to keep things organized.  

Bagsmart Laptop Bag

Leave it to Bagsmart to come up with one of the smartest laptop bags on the market. This TSA-friendly briefcase is fully padded for laptop protection and comes with a secret anti-theft RFID-blocking pocket for digital protection. It’s also water-resistant and big enough for a 15.6-inch laptop. 

AM Sea Blue Laptop Tote Bag

This unassuming floral tote is surprisingly techy, with an external USB charging port and earphone jack on one side and an RFID-blocking zippered pocket on the other. The bag is great for toting a laptop, but it’s also a perfect carry-on, with a full zipper closure for added security between gates and in flight. 

Vera Bradley Mini Hipster Crossbody Purse

I view this bag as more of a wearable wallet, with built-in RFID-blocking card slips and an ID window taking away the need for packing a bulky wallet. It has multiple zippered pockets and pouches for extra organization, and the small size makes it easy to stash in a larger carry-on or tote. 

Vankean Expandable Waterproof Laptop Briefcase 

This bag had me at “expandable.” It’s small, but mighty, with anti-theft features that include multiple RFID pockets. Aside from being expandable, I like that it’s waterproof, TSA-compliant, and holds up to a 17-inch laptop. 

Samsonite Classic 2.0 RFID Crossbody Bag

Samsonite loyalists will love this classic crossbody, especially because it has a solid RFID-blocking lining that protects against skimming. Multiple pockets and a sturdy shoulder strap keep it ideal for travel, and the main compartment is roomy enough to even hold up to a 10.1-inch tablet.  Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we’ll send you our favorite travel products each week.

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The Baggallini Travel Purse Is On Sale At The Lowest Price It's Been All Year

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Baggallini has a classic reputation for crafting some thoughtfully designed bags that make keeping your valuables and essentials safe and accessible an absolute breeze. And right now, their Go Bagg is on sale for up to 59% off at Amazon , depending on the color you choose.

A few elements that make this lightweight purse so ideal for not just everyday use, but also for travel , is the removable wallet that can also double as a wristlet if you’re really trying to go light. The wallet, which is large enough for most phones and is outfitted with slots for credit cards and identification, is equipped to block RFID technology that could be used to steal credit card data.

The purse itself is made from a water-resistant material and is small enough to pack in a backpack or suitcase. Inside and out, you can find several thoughtfully placed organizational pockets so rummaging around for your keys is a thing of the past.

Although the Go Bagg is available in several colors and patterns, just know that the list price discount pricing varies by color. The black (in either gold or silver hardware) for instance is 45% off while the sterling shimmer colorway is on sale for 49% off.

Normally retailing for $85, this bag is currently discounted at a price that’s the lowest we’ve seen all year — which, for us, is enough of a reason to snatch this up while you still can. Read on to some promising reviews in case you need more convincing or browse your purse options from the link above.

Promising Amazon reviews:

“This bag is great for traveling: it’s narrow and the slim shape provides an easy fit for backpacks. Yet, it provides a number of compartments and works as a cross-body bag, too. Highly recommended.” — Susan Genden “The Baggallini Go Bag is perfect for travel and all-day outings when you need to carry the most important stuff that is normally in your purse. Although it is good-sized, it won’t hold everything, but that’s the point. The various compartments keep things organized and accessible. It is very lightweight, and the fabric appears to be stain- and spot-resistant. The adjustable shoulder strap is plenty long for a comfortable “drop.” The Amazon Warehouse price provided a nice discount, and the purse is the same as if I had paid full price. Very satisfied!” — M.J.P. “This is an awesome cross body purse. It has wallet that can attach to the inside of the purse while still being accessible. The wallet is lined with something that protects your credit cards from being skimmed inside your purse. Its the perfect size to fit my rx sunglasses and case, my cell phone, car/house keys, lip balm, ink pen, etc. This purse is made with high quality fabrics. I have this purse in bronze and black. The only purse I use now. You won’t regret getting this purse.” — Ms Flip “I already had this bag in black and liked it so much, I decided to order it in the Shimmer Sterling color for a recent cruise we took. Sterling Shimmer is a versatile color that goes with most everything. I packed both bags in my suitcase to use throughout the cruise for day excursions and evening events. I especially like that each comes with a RDIF wallet which is tethered to the inside of the bag. The wallet can be used as a wristlet, and I was able to carry my phone in it when I wasn’t using the bag. The phone pocket on the outside of the bag is extremely convenient and having my phone handy allowed me to take the photos I wanted to at a moment’s notice. The inside pockets are great for storing reading glasses and/or sunglasses. All in all, the bag was an essential for my trip.” — Pizza

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