The UK is a Great Solo Travel Destination. Lots of factors make the UK a good choice for first time solo travelers - especially women traveling on their own.

Here are some of the tried and tested hacks that will help you stay safe while travelling alone and alleviate your fears on the road:

One of the biggest worries while travelling solo is not knowing where you’re going to end up next. Why not ease that uncertainty and fear by planning, which includes making reservations at hotels ahead of time, location planning and transport. This will be a massive help during Christmas time, which is one of the busiest times of the year.

Choose small hotels and B&Bs with just a few rooms. The owners of such places often enjoy meeting their guests and chatting with them. They'll also be good sources of local information - best things to see, best places to visit in the area - and can usually give you information on restaurant food and prices.

You can also pre-book a private taxi from www.tranzitt.co.uk to pick you up at the airport and reach your accommodation. You can just book it online with ease or call their toll-free number asking about the services in advance.

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Travel light! It's easier to get through the airport and keep track of your belongings if you only bring hand luggage. However, make sure you still have the necessary gear as the UK weather is quite harsh during the Christmas season. You don't want to risk running into problems if the weather isn't cooperating.

We understand the mobile phone is an excellent tool to receive up-to-date information, recommendations and a way of staying in touch with your loved ones. But maps are the most reliable navigation tools. They don’t run out of battery, never confuse you with ten different roads, and work even in the remotest areas with no network coverage. Even if you think you don’t need it, pack one as an offline backup.

Also, have some backups in case your battery dies, or your mobile phone signal fails. Download helpful information like offline maps and restaurant recommendations. Nowadays, you can find a lot of apps for this purpose. Also, try to carry as few expensive gadgets on you as possible.

Solo travel can be both safe and rewarding, but take care in large cities at night, watch your drinks, be aware of any local scams and keep a close eye on your valuables. Be open to positivity and stay aware. Avoid listening to music with earbuds in while walking around in a city. It makes you less aware of your surroundings. Mind the booze. It is ok to have a couple of drinks but getting drunk in a foreign and unknown place could put you in danger and get you lost.

Don't keep all of your money in one place. Keep a small amount in your purse, some in your bag, and the majority in your bank account. Take out smaller amounts of money at a time for use. If you want to have extra protection for your money, it's ideal to wear travel fanny packs under your clothes. Always keep a backup emergency credit card/cash hidden in a safe place.

Share your itinerary with your family and friends back home. Your loved ones need to know where you were last when something happens to you. It is best to call your folks often via Skype. If you are taking a bus or a train ride, someone should know your whereabouts up to date.

Insurance is a sure-fire way to travel to your destination with fewer worries, as the saying goes it's always better to be safe than sorry. If you have any cancelled flights, lost or stolen belongings, or even health issues, it's important to travel insurance before you travel. Once you’ve booked your insurance, don’t let the details get lost in your inbox. Print it out, save a copy to your phone and send a copy to your next of kin.