47 What is the first paragraph mainly about?
(A) Tips for solo travel.
(B) Upsides of solo travel.
(C) Problems with solo travel.
(D) Downsides of solo travel.

Upsides 好處

When failing to get a travel companion, some would rather give up or put off延後 their travel plans than travel by themselves. They worry about safety, having no one to talk to, and more expensive accommodations. Indeed, there are potential risks as well as some minor problems when you travel alone. However, the advantages definitely outweigh重於 the downsides缺點.

當找不到旅伴時，有些人寧願放棄或推遲旅行計劃，也不願獨自旅行。 他們擔心安全、沒有人可以交談以及更昂貴的住宿。 確實，一個人旅行有潛在的風險，也有一些小問題。 但是，優點絕對大於缺點。

One of the best reasons for solo travel is that you are absolutely free when making any decision. You can do what you want to do, travel at your own pace, and change your plans without asking anyone. You don’t have to wait for your companion or spend time negotiating where to eat or what time to get up. If you want to stay in bed a little longer, you won’t feel guilty罪惡的 or annoyed惱火的 just because your partner has been ready and waiting for you.
獨自旅行的最佳理由之一是您在做出任何決定時都完全自由。 您可以做自己想做的事，按照自己的步調旅行，無需詢問任何人即可更改計劃。 您不必等待您的同伴或花時間協商在哪裡吃飯或什麼時候起床。 如果你想在床上多睡一會兒，你就不會因為你的伴侶已經準備好等你了而感到內疚或惱火。 

Furthermore, solo travel is a chance for you to listen to your inner voice, to learn to make a decision and to build up your own confidence. Exploring a place leads you to explore yourself at the same time. Without anyone to rely on, you have to be independent and deal with any challenge. Another thrill of solo travel is to meet new people. It’s easy to meet people on buses and trains and in cafes. Exposure to locals enables you to know more about local cultures. 
此外，獨自旅行是您傾聽內心聲音、學習做決定和建立自信的機會。 探索一個地方會讓你同時探索自己。 沒有任何人可以依靠，你必須獨立並應對任何挑戰。 獨自旅行的另一個樂趣是結識新朋友。 在公共汽車、火車和咖啡館裡很容易認識人。 接觸當地人可以使您更多地了解當地文化。 

-> upsides(好處) of solo travel 
If safety concerns still halt you from packing up and setting off出發, follow the tips below to have a safe trip. First, don’t look like a tourist. Avoid walking around and reading your guidebook at the same time. Always check your maps before leaving your hotel.
如果安全問題仍然阻止您打包和出發，請按照以下提示進行安全旅行。 首先，不要看起來像個遊客。 避免一邊走動一邊閱讀指南。 離開酒店前請務必查看地圖。

Second, you have to tell a lie when you have to. Sometimes it is better not to tell others you are traveling alone: “Excuse me, can you direct me to the train station? I have to meet my friend.”
其次，必須在不得已時說謊。 有時候最好不要告訴別人你是一個人旅行：“請問，你能帶我去火車站嗎？ 我要去見我的朋友。” 

There are also times when you have to say “No.” Solo travelers, especially women, tend to draw intense激烈的 attention in some hospitable cultures. Therefore, it will be wise of you to learn to say “No, thank you” in the local language. With these tips in mind, solo travel can be a joyful and even life-changing experience.
也有不得不說“不”的時候。 獨行旅客，尤其是女性，往往會在一些好客的文化中引起強烈關注。 因此，明智的做法是學會用當地語言說“不，謝謝”。 牢記這些提示，獨自旅行可以成為一種快樂甚至改變生活的體驗。