Solo Traveler CLI
Manage your solo travels from the terminal with the Solo Traveler CLI. Plan trips, track expenses, pack smart, and journal your adventures — all in one free, privacy-first command-line tool designed for independent travelers.
Solo Traveler CLI is a free, open-source command-line tool built just for solo travelers. Whether you're heading off on your first solo trip or your twentieth, this tool helps you plan, track, and manage key parts of your adventure — all from your terminal.
Designed with privacy, portability, and simplicity in mind, it's ideal for tech-savvy solo travelers who want a fast and minimal way to manage trips offline and without relying on web apps.
Key Features
- 🗺️ Trip Planning: Add and list upcoming trips with destination and dates.
- 📓 Journaling: Keep a private text-based journal for each trip, saved locally.
- 🧳 Packing Lists: Create, update, and check off packing items for each trip.
- 💰 Expense Tracking: Set budgets, track expenses, and view spending summaries.
Example Commands
solo trip add "Paris" "2025-09-10" "2025-09-20"
solo journal write "Paris" "Explored the Latin Quarter today. Magical!"
solo packing add-item "Paris" "Portable charger"
solo expense add "Paris" 35 food "Lunch at sidewalk café"
How to Get Started
- Install Python 3.7+
If you don’t already have Python installed, download it here.
- Download the CLI
git clone https://github.com/solotravelerorg/solo-traveler-cli.git
cd solo-traveler-cli
pip install .
- Start Using It
Run:
solo --help
And explore your first solo travel tools in the terminal.
Where Is My Data Stored?
All journals, packing lists, trip plans, and expenses are saved locally in:
~/.solo_traveler_cli/
No data is uploaded or tracked — your travel plans stay with you.
Want to Help Improve It?
The project is open source, and contributions are welcome!
Visit the GitHub repo to:
- Report bugs
- Request new features
- Contribute code or feedback
Why a CLI?
Many solo travelers prefer:
- Lightweight, offline-friendly tools
- Minimal distraction when journaling or budgeting
- Data privacy and control
The Solo Traveler CLI is especially useful for digital nomads, developers, or tech-savvy adventurers who love working in terminals or managing life through code.