Why does my anxiety get worse when I travel?

The sights and roads are unfamiliar, and it's easy to get turned around or lost. When you travel, this kind of experience is repeated and amplified. Whether it's a new city, state or country, the unfamiliar can trigger anxiety or a panic attack. One way to manage these experiences is to plan ahead as much as possible.



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For example, the stress of planning a journey, traveling in enclosed planes or trains, or visiting new, unfamiliar places can lead to anxiety symptoms.

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Some people may experience travel anxiety because of negative past travel experiences or because they have an anxiety disorder. Travel anxiety may relate to specific activities, such as driving or flying. It can also involve a general fear of crowds, being unable to leave a space, or the unknown.

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People often come to us requesting the doctor or nurse to prescribe diazepam for fear of flying or assist with sleep during flights. Diazepam is a sedative, which means it makes you sleepy and more relaxed.

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Traveling alone with anxiety can be a challenge, but it's important to remember that it's still possible. Like I said earlier, I felt really empowered by the experience of pushing through my anxiety and doing something by myself.

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First, Take a Breath
  1. Take a walk. It doesn't have to be far, but leaving your room for a walk within the vicinity of your accommodation will give you a start. ...
  2. Take a bus. ...
  3. Do something you'd do at home. ...
  4. Understand that solo travel anxiety is normal. ...
  5. Get some rest. ...
  6. Take a tour. ...
  7. Take lots of photos. ...
  8. Take a class.


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Do your research. The more you know about where you're going, the more confident you'll feel. Study a map of your destination so that you have an idea of how your destination is laid out. Find out about local transit and the cost of taxis so that you know how you'll get around.

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Tips for traveling alone as a woman
  1. Stay in hostels or volunteering projects. ...
  2. Pack light. ...
  3. Be prepared. ...
  4. Give yourself time to adjust when you arrive somewhere new. ...
  5. Leave room for spontaneity. ...
  6. Connect with other women traveling alone. ...
  7. Research the local culture. ...
  8. Bring a journal.


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Having a new experience with yourself forces you to appreciate who you are and enjoy the time spent alone. It allows you to open up to other travelers and pushes you into learning and developing new skills. Solo travel creates a strong bond with yourself and your independence, and that bond can change your life.

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