Bangkok is one of my go-to solo city breaks, especially for solo female travel newbies or anyone kicking off a bigger Southeast Asia trip. Here is my full guide to solo travel in Bangkok, from practical tips to itinerary suggestions to keeping safe and happy.
Navigating a city as hectic as Bangkok can be intimidating if you’re travelling alone, but it’s more solo-friendly than you might think.
It’s a total sensory overload without a doubt. Markets so big and so busy they’ll blow your mind, street food stalls wafting weird and wonderful aromas, and taxi drivers with a nausea-inducing habit of pumping the accelerator and brake constantly despite being on a free-flowing highway (seriously, why?).
But while Bangkok’s chaos can be daunting, it’s actually one of my favourite cities for solo travel. It was my first solo destination in Asia too, almost ten years ago, and I’ve returned four times since then. What can I say, this city’s got a hold on me!
With the right preparation and insider tips, Bangkok is a captivating place to discover on your own. You’ll be able to make friends with friendly locals, hop between temples via tuk-tuk, shop as much as you want without feeling guilty for dragging your travel buddy between the mega malls, and treat yourself to some fancier travel experiences without breaking the bank.
This Bangkok solo travel guide has all you need to know to explore the city safely and confidently, from must-sees and must-eats to practical tips for getting around, staying safe as a solo female traveller in Bangkok, and getting the best bang for your baht.
Ready to take on Thailand’s capital city? Let’s dive in.
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A quick summary: Solo travel in Bangkok
Is Bangkok safe for solo female travellers?
Bangkok is generally considered safe for solo female travellers, I haven’t had any safety concerns on any of my visits and I haven’t heard of any issues from fellow solo gals. Take the usual solo female travel precautions.
Safety tips for solo travel in Bangkok
- Watch out for tourist scams, don’t listen to or follow anyone telling you tourist spots are closed or that they can get you a special deal
- Book reputable accommodation with good reviews
- Stay somewhere with good access to the Skytrain if you’re on a budget and want to avoid spending money on Grab or taxi rides, there are parts of the city that aren’t great to wander around alone at night
- Drink bottled or filtered water and indulge in street food that’s freshly cooked in front of you
- Keep valuables secure in a zipped bag
- Trust your instincts, if something doesn’t feel right then it’s best to be over-cautious than under-cautious
Budget tips for solo travel in Bangkok
- Street food obviously! SO many options
- Use the Skytrain and MRT (underground) for affordable transport around the city
- Many temples are free or very cheap, use Klook to book other activities with the code FINDINGALEXXKLOOK for 10% off your first booking (can be multiple things in one booking!)
- Avoid cocktails, they are cheaper than you’d find in Western cities but 3/4/5 a night still add up
- Hostels and local guesthouses are super affordable
- Get an eSIM, MobiMatter has 50GB for $8.49USD which is the best deal I could find
Best things to do alone in Bangkok
- Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha)
- Hop between the other temples, like Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Wat Saket, Wat Benchamabophit, Wat Suthat and more
- Do a street food tour
- Cruise down the Chao Phraya River
- Explore Chatuchak Weekend Market
- Watch sunset from a rooftop bar
- Take a cooking class
- Take a day trip to Ayutthaya ancient capital
Where to stay in Bangkok as a solo traveller
- Budget: Lub d Bangkok Chinatown for a social hostel, Bangkok Saran Poshtel for a premium hostel, or iSanook for a female-only hostel
- Mid-range: Varmtel, The One Smart Living or W Station
- Luxury: The Salil Riverside Hotel (my fave!), MUU Bangkok or Chakrabongse Villas
Safety tips for solo travel in Bangkok
Is Bangkok safe for solo travellers?
Bangkok is widely considered safe for solo travellers. It’s a popular, tourist-friendly city with excellent infrastructure, diverse culture, and welcoming locals.
Petty crime can occur (as it can in any big city) so take the typical precautions of keeping valuables secure etc. and stay aware of your surroundings.
Is Bangkok safe for solo female travellers?
I feel completely safe in Bangkok as a solo female traveller, in fact I feel *significantly* safer in Bangkok than I do in most major European or North American cities. This makes it the perfect place to dip your toe into solo female travel in Asia!
Violent crime is low, and almost unheard of against foreigners. While Thai culture is conservative and patriarchal, and while gender inequality is sadly still a major issue in homes and workplaces, street harassment is uncommon and women are generally treated with respect in public.
Of course you’ll need to exercise common sense and take the usual solo female travel precautions, but overall, Bangkok is one of the best cities in Asia for solo female travellers.
How to stay safe while travelling in Bangkok
Use common sense at night
Bangkok is a city that never sleeps, with some areas coming alive after sunset with bars and pubs continuing the party until 3-4am. After that the markets start prepping for the day, so you could skip sleeping entirely if you wanted to!
But like any city, you do need to take additional steps to stay safe in the evening. Stick to well-lit streets and busy areas, and use Grab for a ride home if it’s late rather than risking an MRT or BTS ride where you might be alone without an easy way out if you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation.
Indulge responsibly
Whether your idea of a night out is sipping cocktails at a rooftop bar or chugging buckets down Khao San Road, there’s no denying that Bangkok’s nightlife is the stuff of legends. I personally don’t drink much when I’m travelling solo, but when I do, there are a few rules I follow:
- Keep an eye on your drink and don’t accept drinks from strangers
- Stay close to your accommodation, this way you won’t have to deal with a long trip home late at night
- Book a Grab to get back safely, don’t try to navigate public transport if you’re not entirely with it
- If you want a chill night then head to a rooftop bar for sunset, it’ll be early enough that there (probably) won’t be drunk assholes all around, and there will almost certainly be other solo travellers doing the same thing if you want to make friends
- If you want a serious BKK nightlife experience, there are some organised bar crawls you can book with other travellers. Consider staying at a social hostel too, these will likely have other travellers looking for the same vibe so you can go out and come home together.
Avoid anything that might get you into trouble
It should go without saying, but Thailand is not somewhere to push legal boundaries. Just ask these dumbasses from New Zealand who tackled a cop after being pulled over for speeding and ended up in prison 🙃
Unruly tourists have become less tolerated in recent years (particularly in places like Khao San Road or outside of Bangkok in Pattaya or Phuket), and police are cracking down on poor behaviour and disrespectful visitors.
Don’t accept or go looking for any illicit substances, Thailand’s laws are super strict and penalties for possession can range from 3-20 years in prison. If you rent a scooter be sure to follow all the road rules. If you do get into any legal trouble, contact the embassy immediately.
Keep valuables secure
As in any major city, petty crime like pickpocketing is a risk in crowded places. I haven’t personally heard of anyone being pickpocketed in Bangkok so I wouldn’t say it’s a huge concern, but to minimise the risk, you should:
- Use a cross-body bag with a zip when you’re exploring
- Wear your backpack on your front when you’re on public transport or in a big crowd
- Keep your phone and wallet inside a zipped compartment rather than in your pocket
- Keep your passport somewhere secure *that you’ll remember*. Personally I keep it in the same place all the time (it doesn’t come with me during the day unless I’m taking that bag with me), you might feel more comfortable having it on you at all times, you might prefer leaving it at your hotel in a bag, or in a locked safe. Just don’t forget where you put it and try to avoid moving it unnecessarily!
- Leave expensive jewellery and accessories at home
- Be careful getting big sums of cash from an ATM, If you’re making a large withdrawal I’d suggest finding an ATM close to your hotel so you can head there straight away to split the cash up, rather than carrying around thousands of dollars’ worth for an entire day.
Don’t fall for scams
The biggest financial risk in Bangkok are the tourist scams, which are generally minor in the grand scheme of things but can be super frustrating and really put a dampener on a trip. Here are some common scams and how to avoid them.
Closed landmarks scam
The scam: A tuk-tuk driver, taxi driver or (unofficial) tour guide tells you that the landmark you’re going to is closed today, and that they have another suggestion or a special ticket to get you in through a back entrance. They might ask for cash upfront or they’ll take you to a shop to buy your ‘ticket’, and they get a commission.
How to avoid it: Don’t listen to anyone telling you anything is closed, check the official websites for landmarks and only buy tickets at the main entrance.
Tour guide scam
The scam: Tuk-tuk or taxi drivers offering you a city tour for a flat rate, but they just end up taking you to shops where they make a commission, which wastes time and money.
How to avoid it: Book reputable city tours through Klook or another online aggregator where you can read reviews from previous customers.
Taxis not using the meter
The scam: Taxi drivers in Bangkok always prefer to negotiate a flat rate, which is usually far higher than what you’d pay on the meter. They also might pretend they don’t have change if you’re paying for your ride with a big note, so ensure you’ve got small change with you.
How to avoid it: Insist the meter is turned on before you start the ride, if they don’t budge then get out and find another taxi. If there are no other taxis around, or if every taxi is saying the same thing, jump onto the Grab app and either book a ride on there, or check the estimated cost of a ride and negotiate with a taxi driver to get a similar price.
Gems and jewellery scam
The scam: A too-good-to-be-true deal on gem stones or precious metals, often promoted by dodgy tuk-tuk/taxi drivers or tour guides. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!
How to avoid it: Only buy gems, jewellery or luxury goods from reputable and legitimate retailers.
Getting the wrong change back
The scam: You buy something in cash, they give you change back but give you the wrong amount, hoping you won’t notice as you’re a tourist that’s unfamiliar with the bank notes.
How to avoid it: Count your change each time you’ve made a purchase.
Be careful on the road
Thailand has one of the highest road accident death rates in the world, and Bangkok sees tens of thousands of accidents each year. It’s not hard to see why once you witness an intersection at rush hour!
Tuk-tuks and motorbikes weave between gridlocked cars, sometimes using the footpath as a shortcut, and road crossings are often 4-5 lanes wide with hundreds of vehicles backed up waiting for a green. Cross the road carefully!
Street food safety
It would be criminal to visit Bangkok without sampling its world-renowned street food!
To keep your belly as happy as your taste buds, it’s best to:
- Choose stalls that are busy, this means the food will be fresher and won’t have been sitting there for hours
- Eat where locals are eating
- Drink bottled water
- Have loperamide (Imodium or similar) in your first aid kit just in case you do get hit with a bug
What should solo female travellers wear in Bangkok?
Bangkok is a diverse, cosmopolitan city with loads of international travellers as well as Western immigrants, you can wear whatever you want for most of your time in the city. The exception here is for temples and religious sites, where you’ll need to cover your shoulders, knees, and sometimes your ankles too.
The weather is hot year-round, and the humidity can be stifling at times, but the malls can overcompensate with aggressive air con. In general, solo female travellers heading to Bangkok should pack:
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- A shawl or scarf you can carry with you on sightseeing days to cover your shoulders for temple visits
- A maxi dress or skirt that covers your ankles for temple visits
- A light jumper to take with you for shopping days, in case the mall air con is too much for you
- Comfy and sturdy shoes, the footpaths can be uneven and you’ll be walking up and down stairs on the overpasses
Why Bangkok is perfect for solo travel
Public transport is well-connected
Sure, the city is gigantic and seeing it on Google Maps is a bit daunting, but Bangkok has excellent public transport infrastructure that easily connects most of the tourist spots. It’s also super cheap!
The BTS Skytrain is the main choice for most travellers as there are loads of hotels around each station, but there’s also the MRT underground, river boats and buses.
But private transport is affordable too
If you want to catch your own ride then you’ll find tuk-tuks, taxis and ride-shares are all budget-friendly too.
I personally prefer to use Grab because I hate confrontation and don’t like haggling for prices/needing to argue about the meter, but you can flag taxis and tuk-tuks from the footpath and you’ll always find them hanging around tourist areas.
Loads of accommodation options
Bangkok has an endless selection of hotels, hostels and apartments depending on what you’re looking for, and the value for money is fantastic, even if you don’t have a travel buddy to split the cost with.
Hostel options range from social party hostels for young travellers and extroverts, to digital-nomad-friendly co-working hostels, to boutique ‘poshtels’ that are stylish and comfortable while being easy on your travel budget.
If you want private accomm there are plenty of hostels with private rooms, guesthouses and homestays with cheap rooms, or hundreds of hotels with options for all budgets.
And if you’re staying a while, you can find affordable apartments with access to great facilities in areas like Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Ratchada and Siam.
Welcoming locals
Thailand is known as the ‘Land of Smiles’, and that’s even true amongst the concrete jungle of Bangkok. Thai culture values patience, harmony and respect, and you’ll notice this with how inviting and hospitable people are towards visitors.
Locals will usually greet you with a smile, people are always willing to help if you need it (often through Google Translate), and you’ll feel at ease exploring the city on your own.
So much to see and do
Bangkok is often the starting point or finish line of a bigger Southeast Asia solo trip, but the city has enough to see, do and eat to fill a much longer itinerary. You certainly won’t get bored!
If you’re into culture and history you could spend days visiting temples, shrines and museums, if you’re looking for some retail therapy then it’s one of the best cities in the world for shopping, and if you’re a foodie then you’ll be able to hop between street food stalls and fancy restaurants.
Loads of solo travellers
Because of its easy connections to the world and other Asia hot spots, Bangkok is a travel hub with plenty of other solo adventurers to meet and explore with (if that’s what you’re looking for).
Hostels and co-working spaces are easy places to make friends, join a cooking class or a food tour to meet like-minded travel buddies, and if you’re staying for longer there are plenty of Bangkok expat groups on Facebook.
Planning your solo trip to Bangkok
How to get to Bangkok
Bangkok is very well-connected, you can find direct or one-stop flights from almost anywhere in the world.
If you’re travelling from within Asia as part of a bigger trip then check low cost carriers like Air Asia for a good deal.
How to get from Bangkok airport to the city
First of all, there are two airports in Bangkok: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) which is used by most full service airlines, and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) which is primarily used by low cost carriers.
If you’re flying into BKK, the most efficient way to get to the city is the Airport Rail Link, this lets you avoid the notorious Bangkok traffic. My friend CK has a detailed guide to using the Airport Rail Link from BKK.
On my most recent trip I got out of the airport just after midnight and was exhausted, so I took a Grab. Traffic wasn’t bad at that time of the night and the Grab area is clearly sign-posted, but because the train had stopped for the night, the Grab area was packed with people. I got a ride quickly but it took about 20 minutes for the driver to make it to the front of the lane!
There are also airport buses, a taxi rank, pre-booked transfers and airport shuttles from BKK.
If you’re flying into DMK you can catch the SRT Red Line to Bang Sue Junction (also known as Krung Thep Aphiwat), which connects with the MRT Blue Line. Airport buses are another good option, or the usual taxi, transfers or Grab if you’re not too tight on money.
How to get around Bangkok
There are a number of options for transport around Bangkok, depending on if you want efficiency, affordability or comfort.
BTS Skytrain
The most convenient option to get between major areas like Sukhumvit, Siam and Sathorn Pier. There are two lines (the Sukhumvit Route and the Silom Route) and it’s fairly easy to figure out how to get from A to B.
You’ll want a Rabbit Card to use on the Skytrain, you can pre-order one on Klook for pick up at BKK Airport or at the Klook Lounge in centralwOrld. You can also get one at any BTS station but the lines are always longggg, ordering one through Klook is the same price.
MRT Subway
The other main public transport option is the MRT, an underground network that links Chinatown, Chatuchak, Central Bangkok and other places the Skytrain doesn’t reach.
Unfortunately the MRT is operated entirely separately from the BTS so you can’t use the Rabbit Card, you can get an MRT card if you’re going to be using it a lot or you can use a contactless debit or credit card to tap in and out of the stations.
Grab, tuk-tuk & taxi
As I already mentioned, private rides are cheap cheap cheap.
Grab is convenient and avoids negotiating, taxis might be cheaper as long as you get them to turn on the meter, and tuk-tuks are fun for quick rides and can help you zip through traffic jams better than a car can.
On my most recent trip I also tried out a business called Tuk Tuk Hop, they run a hop-on hop-off tuk-tuk service which lets you request tuk-tuk rides between main landmarks via an app, and it also gives you access to a hop-on hop-off boat on the Chao Phraya river.
The premise is fantastic, but my experience was a little messy due to the river being shut because of an event, and it kind of foiled my plans for the day. They do have excellent reviews though and I’ll give it another go next time I’m there to try and maximise the service.
Best time to visit Bangkok
The best time to visit Bangkok is between November and February, when it’s cooler, less humid, and much more comfortable to explore. The milder weather means more tourists though, so crowds are bigger and accommodation will be more expensive.
March to May is the hot season, temperatures sore to the late 30s with sky-high humidity, making outdoor activities uncomfortable if you’re not used to this kind of climate. Crowds are smaller though, so if you can hack the heat you’ll get the benefit of fewer tourists to share the city with.
Songkran (Thai New Year) happens in April, and it’s celebrated with a country-wide water fight! People take to the streets with water guns and drench each other from head to toe, symbolising the cleansing of the past year and preparing for the next one. I haven’t experienced this yet but it’s so high on my travel bucket list!
Rainy season is from June to October, but it’s a typical tropical rainy season where rain can be sudden and heavy but generally doesn’t last the entire day. Afternoon downpours are common, the river can flood which can cause infrastructure issues, and you can catch spectacular thunder displays if you’re staying somewhere with a clear view of the sky. Prices are lower due to fewer tourists, but pack decent wet weather gear.
How long should you spend in Bangkok?
It really depends on your travel preferences, but I’d say three days is the minimum amount of time you’d need to experience the city’s major highlights.
Five days in Bangkok gives you some time to explore the city at a slower pace, plus tack on a day trip to somewhere like Ayutthaya.
If you have more than five days then you’ll be able to dive deeper into the non-touristy areas, and there are more than enough temples, malls, markets and food joints to keep you as busy as you want to be.
Where to stay in Bangkok as a solo traveller
Best hostels in Bangkok for solo travellers
- Bangkok Saran Poshtel (9.2/10 on booking.com from 4700+ reviews which is very impressive!)
- The LOL Elephant Hostel (9.1/10 on booking.com from 2300+ reviews)
- Simply Sleep Hostel (9/10 on booking.com from 270+ reviews)
- iSanook Hostel (female-only, 8.6/10 on booking.com from 300+ reviews)
- Lub d Bangkok Chinatown (brand new, 9.7/10 on booking.com)
- Kinnon Deluze Hostel & Co-working (8.9/10 on booking.com from 720+ reviews)
Best affordable hotels in Bangkok for solo travellers
- W Station (I loved my stay here, 8.6/10 on booking.com from 390+ reviews)
- Varmtel (9.1/10 on booking.com from 890+ reviews)
- Zen Master Hotel (recently opened, 9.6/10 on booking.com from 50+ reviews)
- T2 The Portal Sukhumvit (recently opened, 9.6/10 on booking.com from 45+ reviews)
- P18 Hotel (9.2/10 on booking.com from 670+ reviews)
- The One Smart Living (9.1/10 on booking.com from 1900+ reviews)
- FOODOTEL (9/10 on booking.com from 440+ reviews)
Best luxury hotels in Bangkok for solo travellers
My faaavourite hotel in Bangkok is The Salil Riverside Hotel, it recently won the award for Thailand’s best city hotel which is so deserved.
The rooms are super spacious, there’s a huge pool offering reprieve from the city’s humidity, the food is top-notch and there’s a free boat shuttle to ICONSIAM mall and Asiatique night market. Highly recommend!
Other top-rated luxury options are:
- dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok (9.2/10 on booking.com from 1620+ reviews)
- Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai (9.5/10 on booking.com from 3100+ reviews)
- Chakrabongse Villas (9.5/10 on booking.com from 270+ reviews)
- Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok (9.5/10 on booking.com from 2100+ reviews)
- MUU Bangkok (9.1/10 on booking.com from 1500+ reviews)
Things to do on a Bangkok solo trip
See the temples
Bangkok’s colourful temples aren’t just impressive from an architectural standpoint, they also offer a gateway to understanding Thai culture and spirituality. There are countless temples dotted around the city but the major ones to visit are:
- Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha, inside the Grand Palace complex)
- Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha)
- Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
- Wat Saket (Golden Mount)
- Wat Benchamabophit (Marble Temple)
- Wat Suthat & the Giant Swing
- Wat Sam Phran (Dragon Temple, 40km from Bangkok)
For temples you’ll need to cover your shoulders and knees, and sometimes cover your ankles, so take long pants/a skirt as well as a scarf or shawl.
Visit the Grand Palace
This ornate historical complex was the official residence of Thailand’s royal family until 1925, and it’s still used for royal ceremonies and official events. it’s the most popular tourist attraction in Bangkok so you’ll have to brave the crowds to see it, but it’s well worth it!
To say it’s exquisite is an understatement, the complex houses temples, halls, gardens and pavilions that combine traditional Thai architecture with international influences. Spend some time soaking up the details too, you’ll spot statues, murals, mosaics, spires and stupas.
Both men and women need to cover shoulders, knees and ankles.
Street food tour
Bangkok might just be the best destination on the planet for street food, and there’s no better way to discover it as a solo traveller than with a street food tour. This way you’ll get to meet fellow foodies, try dishes you would never have ordered otherwise, and have a local guide to help you navigate the hectic markets stress-free.
Some top-rated food tours in Bangkok are:
Rooftop bar for sunset
There are plenty of rooftop bars in Bangkok to watch the sunset from, but here are some of the best-known options:
- Lebua Skybar (famous from The Hangover 2)
- Tribe Sky Beach Club
- View Rooftop
- Octave Rooftop
- Akara Sky Hanuman
- Red Sky
- Tichuca Rooftop Bar
Go for a river cruise
The Chao Phraya River is Bangkok’s lifeline, it’s been a vital transportation route for centuries and these days it offers locals and tourists alike a way to skip horrendous traffic jams.
You can catch public ferries between piers at places like Wat Arun and Ratchawong (for Chinatown), there are hop-on hop-off tourist boats that service the main tourist stops all along the river, or you can book a longtail boat tour for a traditional boat experience through Bangkok’s klongs (canals) to see authentic stilted houses.
If you want to do something a little bit fancy during your Bangkok solo adventure, book a spot on a dinner cruise for delicious food, live entertainment, and endless views of the riverside hotels and city skyline.
Retail therapy
Let this serve as a warning for those of you with no self-control when it comes to spending money (hi, me too), because Bangkok’s malls and markets are brilliant. And by brilliant, I mean they will take all your money and sting you with overweight baggage fees as a fun bonus.
There are soooo many shopping options depending on what you’re looking for, from the wholesale stalls at Platinum Fashion Mall and cheap souvenirs at MBK, to tech gadgets at Pantip Plaza, to kitschy stores and independent designers at Siam Discovery, to global retail giants in centralwOrld and Siam Paragon.
ICONSIAM is the newest mega-mall and it’s my personal favourite, with Thailand’s first Apple Store, a good mix of global chains as well as boutique retailers, and an insane food court which showcases cuisine from all over Thailand.
The markets in Bangkok are on a whole other level too.
The iconic Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the largest markets in the world, with more than 15,000 stalls selling everything from traditional handicrafts to antiques to cheap clothes to pets (yes, seriously).
In the evening you could hit up Asiatique Riverfront Market, Jodd Fairs Night Market, Srinakarin Train Night Market, or Chinatown Night Market.
I hope this solo travel Bangkok guide has helped you prepare for your upcoming adventure! If you have any Bangkok solo travel questions just let me know in the comments and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
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MY GO-TO TRAVEL PLANNING RESOURCES
Flights ✈️ I use Skyscanner to find the best flights for my trip and then I’ll always book direct with the airline to protect myself from having to deal with dodgy third parties if anything goes wrong.
Trains 🚂 If I’m travelling through Europe, I try to travel by train wherever possible! For an extended trip (2+ weeks) I’ll calculate if a Eurail Pass is worth it, or I’ll book point-to-point tickets through RailEurope or the local train operator.
Accommodation 🛎️ I book almost all of my accommodation through booking.com, they have a user-friendly website + app and many of their options are free cancellation, easily cancelled with a simple click of a button.
Activities 🗽I use GetYourGuide, Klook and Viator to look for activities in the places I visit, or I just Google ‘things to do in [city]’! P.S. If you book anything on Klook you can use the promocode FINDINGALEXXKLOOK to get 10% off
Travel cards 💳 I’m a Wise gal through and through, they’ve been my chosen travel card for more than five years now. You can easily top up your card from your bank account or through Apple Pay, convert your money to local currency, and spend money with minimal fees and the best exchange rates around.
Travel insurance 🩺 I use Cover-More NZ travel insurance for my own trips, I have a comprehensive policy and I’ve only had good experiences with them. Cover-More also has an Australian company, but if you’re from elsewhere then two popular insurance options for global travellers are SafetyWing (cheaper policy, lower coverage) and World Nomads (more expensive but significantly better coverage).
Luggage 💼 I travel with Samsonite Cosmolite suitcases, one 75cm check in bag and a 55cm carry on bag, and I absolutely adore them and will never travel with anything else! They are SUPER lightweight (2.8kg and 1.9kg respectively) so I have much more space for my actual stuff.
Camera gear 📸 I use a iPhone 15 Pro Max for phone photos/videos, and my camera kit includes a Lumix S9 (incredible lightweight full-frame camera, a game changer for travel creators!) with a 20-60mm lens, a Lumix G9 with an 8-18mm and 12-60mm lens, a DJI Mini 3 Pro drone and a GoPro Hero 10. I do all my writing and editing on my ASUS Zenbook 14, it’s lightweight but powerful enough for photo editing and intense blogging sessions.
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