18 Must-Have Solo Travel Safety Devices for 2026, From a Pro

I’ve been a food and travel journalist for several decades, and solo traveling is a big part of the job. Whether going cross-country to attend a restaurant opening or taking a transatlantic flight to visit a vineyard, I spend a lot of time by myself in hotels and on airplanes.

As a female solo traveler who is constantly having fascinating new experiences and learning so much about people, places, and ingredients, I am also well aware that not everyone I come across in my travels will have the best of intentions. Whether considering my personal safety, identity protection, health and wellbeing, or protection of my belongings, I’ve learned over these decades that there are a lot of safety devices and travel essentials solo travelers need to feel safe while embarking on their next adventure. Ahead, here are the 18 products I swear by for all of your 2026 solo adventures, all available at Amazon starting at $7.

My Go-to Solo Traveler Safety Picks

HerTime2 Personal Safety Alarm

As a solo female traveler, I need to take extra precautions when navigating unfamiliar surroundings. That’s why I always carry a personal safety alarm with me. The HerTime2 safety alarm not only comes equipped with a loud siren (130 dB), but it also emits an intense flashing strobe light when activated (which is easy to do by just pulling out the pin). If you don’t feel safe, this will help you get to safety or scare off anyone getting too close for comfort, and it provides peace of mind, shares an Amazon five-star reviewer. “My daughter takes this with her when she walks and hikes, and anytime she is out alone,” they say. “It is a nice sense of security and a very loud noise maker to deter a person when you are feeling threatened.”

Portable Door Lock & Door Stop Alarm Set

After one too many episodes of hearing the rustling of someone trying to get into my hotel room, I now always travel with a portable door lock. It offers that extra layer of security that makes me feel safer and secure during solo trips, and it couldn’t be easier to attach to any door. And, if someone somehow managed to get into the room, an alarm will go off. “It works!” shares an Amazon shopper, who gave the lock a five-star review. “I purchased this because I was about to do travel nursing. I’m glad I did because one day I heard someone messing with my doorknob, and they actually unlocked the door, but couldn’t push the door open because the device was on the door. I was relieved knowing he couldn’t get in.”

NexTemp Go Single-use Disposable Thermometers

These disposable thermometers are a must for travel, and should be a permanent addition to a first-aid kit or purse. With results in just 10 seconds, they are a way of monitoring your health when traveling solo, so you can get assistance or medication before you get any sicker. Many thermometers rely on batteries, but this one is disposable, lightweight, and hygienic—an essential, especially during cold and flu season. “So convenient!” shares a shopper. “These disposable thermometers are genius! No more worrying about sanitizing or sharing the same thermometer between family members. They’re super quick to read (takes just a few seconds), easy to use, and feel really clean and reliable.”

Olight Imini 2 Rechargeable EDC Flashlight

I love this mini rechargeable flashlight because it is super lightweight, compact, and easily charged by USB. With its magnetic base, it’s easy to attach to all sorts of surfaces, making it a good asset for security in dark environments. An Amazon five-star reviewer calls this flashlight “small but mighty,” saying, “It’s compact, lightweight, and way brighter than you’d expect for something that fits in your pocket.”

Travelon Anti-theft Classic Messenger Bag

A crossbody bag is your safest bet for protecting your valuables while traveling solo, but this Travelon bag takes security up a notch with its slash-resistant materials. It also features secure compartments and an RFID-blocking organizer for IDs and other important materials. Travelers love how it makes them feel more protected. “I traveled to four countries and always felt my purse belongings were secure,” writes an Amazon reviewer. I used the secure features to clip the zippers shut and kept the secure wired strap crossbody. The material is extremely sturdy.”

Ovener Silicone Luggage Tag

We’d love fellow passengers passing through the airport to be as honest as we are, but the reality is, they may not be. These silicone luggage tags block your personal information from being easily glanced at by potential scammers, while still making it easy to identify your luggage. The sturdy attachment cable keeps the tag securely affixed to your luggage until you are ready to remove it. “Wow, very durable and visible from afar for easy identification. The attachment cable and brace eyelets keep the tag securely on the luggage and easy installation. A must-have for travel,” shares a reviewer.

Forvencer Passport Holder With RFID-blocking Card Case

Not only does this passport wallet have a zipper for keeping all important ID and documents contained, but it also includes an RFID-blocking card case to protect against identity theft and scammers. “This one was easy to use, functional, and fit exactly what I needed! Great investment for international travel,” writes one five-star Amazon reviewer.

Aikelida Secure Hidden Travel Wallet Fanny Pack

Currently at a low price of $9, this comfortable and slim money belt comes with two zippered pockets and breathable, padded mesh. The belt has RFID-blocking compartments to keep items like ID, passport, and credit cards safe from fraud, and lots of space for items like keys and phones, too. It’s a “travel game changer,” shares a five-star review. They add, “Never left my side during my travels. Discreet, lightweight, long-lasting. I used it for everything (money, phone, passport, keys, etc).”

TSA-approved Cable Luggage Lock

We can’t be too protective of our belongings, especially when traveling solo with no companion to keep an eye on our valuables. These TSA-approved cable luggage locks are strong and durable, with personalized unlock codes that you can change as often as you need. They are “perfect,” shares a happy Amazon shopper. “ These are easy to set up and do a good job of keeping zippers on bags closed and securely fastened.”

Vriexsd Mini First Aid Kit

Emergencies happen, and when you are traveling solo, you need to be prepared. This mini first aid kit may be compact, but it includes all of the safety essentials, such as bandages, gloves, povidone-iodine prep pad, metal tweezers, tourniquet, and more. “Portable, convenient, and a necessity everyone should have,” sums up one happy shopper.

Care Touch Hand Sanitizer Wipes

Avoiding germs is the best way to stay healthy and safe when traveling, and that starts with carrying hand sanitizer. These individually wrapped wipes are TSA-friendly and easy to stash in your carry-on or purse. “These are useful for airplane trays, seats, and armrests, to clean hands, etc. Helps to keep you healthy during travel,” shares a reviewer.

Chomp! Travel Size Bed Bug & Insect Repellent

My absolute nightmare is bringing home bed bugs, so I’m all about staying protected and taking precautions on every trip. I use this bed bug and insect repellent to spray down the outside of luggage while in a hotel room as an extra precaution after conducting a room inspection. The peppermint oil and other natural ingredients are said to help deter bugs from coming home with you. “When traveling for work, this gives me extra peace of mind. When I get to the room, I spray my headboard and under pillows and let it dry and sleep worry-free,” says one shopper.

Epicka Universal Travel Adapter

Being able to stay connected and communicate is an essential part of traveling solo, and this universal travel adaptor is what you’ll need to stay powered up around the world. I love this one because it has four different plug types that work in hundreds of countries, but it also has three USB-C and two USB-A ports for ultimate convenience. Whether it’s my computer, tablet, phones, power brick, or anything else, it can all stay charged no matter where the trip may take me. Travelers also love that it is compact and easy to use. “Great product for travel. Can charge five devices at a time and can adapt to different power system plugs,” writes one shopper.

Anker Power Bank

TSA authorities are warning against using airport power ports, as “juice jacking” is becoming a real problem; hackers can use these ports to steal your data and also commit fraud or identity theft. But, because you’ll need to stay powered up on those longer travel days, a great power bank is necessary. This Anker model is one of the slimmest and lightest ones out there, and it has a USB-C port with both input and output functions. Charge up your iPhone several times; no nearby power outlet required. Amazon shoppers love that it is reliable and charges up quickly. “This Anker power bank is amazing! It charges my phone quickly and holds a lot of power, so I can get multiple charges before needing to plug it back in. It’s compact, easy to carry, and works every time without any issues. Definitely one of the best portable chargers I’ve owned,” says a five-star reviewer.

Fury Hardshell Pepper Spray

Pepper spray can be a great asset for personal safety, as it can spray up to 12 feet—keeping you at a safe distance as you protect yourself from anyone who means to harm you. It’s also discreet, and it can be attached to a keychain. Keep in mind that pepper spray is restricted and regulated in various locations, so know the guidelines of where you are going before carrying it with you. “Great for peace of mind,” shares a reviewer. “Works super great for me, it provides so much extra peace of mind having it, and it is easy to lock and unlock, so you never accidentally set it off. It fits great on my keychain, and I love the color of it.”

Apple AirTag

Whether you use this Apple AirTag so friends and loved ones can track you and make sure you are safe or you use it to keep track of your luggage, wallet, or keys, this is an essential for personal safety and the safety of your valuables when traveling solo or anywhere at all. Grab a few of them and keep one in all of your bags for extra security.

NightCap The Original Drink Cover Scrunchie

Especially if you are a female traveling alone like myself, I recommend this drink cover to cover your drink so no one can slip anything into it. While you should never leave your drink unattended, this item makes sure nothing happens while you’re sitting at the table or bar, either. It’s a great option for peace of mind, according to Amazon shoppers. “Perfect for traveling to protect your drinks. Attach it easily to your key ring so it’s always on hand.”

Upgraded AI Hidden Camera Detector

This hidden camera detector is said to discover any monitoring in hotel rooms, rentals, Airbnbs, bathrooms, offices, or anywhere else to protect your privacy and security, especially when alone and vulnerable or in intimate situations. “I liked that it’s lightweight, easy to use, and has several modes, including a viewfinder with a red filter and adjustable sensitivity levels depending on what you need to check,” shares one Amazon five-star reviewer.

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