Going sober is a big deal in anyone’s life.

Drugs and alcohol are having a huge impact on people at present, and it’s so vital that people do reach out and get the help that they need.

Visiting a rehabilitation centre for treatment can be a landmark moment in someone’s life, and be the catalyst for a healthier and happier future.

For those that do enter recovery and choose a life of sobriety, it can start a new exciting chapter.

For many, this means doing things they’d always wanted to but never have due to the crux of substances.

Travel can often be high up a person’s priority list, enjoying new adventures.

But with that comes risk too, with travel being a step into the known and outside regular routine, which can be a trigger for relapse.

That said, there are plenty of tips out there from those that have enjoyed solo travelling sober and created a new found love for travelling…

4 Tips For Becoming A Sober Solo Traveller:

1. Go to destinations where alcohol isn’t prominent.

A good place to start is with the destination and essentially avoiding countries and cities where alcohol is prominant.

So, England, for example or Ireland, where much of the nightlife or social activities revolve around the pub.

The same can apply for Las Vegas too.

However, on the other hand, there are a wealth of countries where alcohol is far less prominent, particularly in countries where religion doesn’t allow consumption of it.

The likes of the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the Maldives are far less prominent, while you can also consider places like wellness spas worldwide, where they typically discourage alcohol consumption.

2. Keep your routine in place.

Wherever you are in the world, keeping the routine that helps you remain sober is a must.

Things like a good night’s sleep, meditation and any logging of thoughts and feelings are still important, particularly when impromptu stresses such as getting lost or losing baggage can happen at any time.

You need to make sure you use your calming exercises and take that time in the day to stick to your routine, even if it does potentially mean doing one less thing or getting out of the hotel a little later while on holiday.

3. Connect with AA elsewhere or keep your support network in place.

Similarly, just because you’re away it doesn’t mean support isn’t available.

Support networks online can be great while you’ll find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings all over the world.

The language barrier may be an issue, but ultimately having that feeling of support can be so useful.

Checking in regularly while you’re away is a good idea.

Commit to calling or Facetiming those who support you at set times each day, again adding routine and knowing that the help you need, even if it’s in terms of simply listening, is available to you.

4. Be planned and prepared.

Again, it’s making sure your days are structured that are really going to help.

Plan in your activities, and ensure free time is kept to a minimum, as ultimately this is where temptation could rear its ugly head.

By creating jam packed days, you’ll always be on the move enjoying yourself, get a better night’s sleep, and have something to look forward to the next day.

This can significantly reduce the risk of relapse, as well as making your trips vacations to remember…