| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/1/2008 7:21:37 AM | Almondcookie:
Yes, I traveled much the same way, in my younger days......I had no problem with it. You are right, familiarity with your surroundings can make things MUCH more comfortable. I often traveled to a destination a few days before the group.
Depending upon where I was headed, I'd probably do the same, but, there comes a time when it's just too much heavy lifting that gets to me, so I prefer to have it done by others now.
I would certainly agree that it's better to travel alone than to not go at all....It just takes a bit of planning as to what you want to accomplish.
I'm off to Scandinavia next week...heading out alone, but joining up with a group in Stockholm after a week.
Knittin Kitten | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/3/2008 1:10:57 PM | I took my first solo trip back in January of 2007. Original plans fell through and I had a ticket to Miami. Before I cancelled my flight, I found a cruise that worked perfectly with my plans. So, I decided to just jump out there and go for it! I had the best time! I made some new friends and got to lounge by the pool on the at sea days. It was a much needed break from "reality".
I recommend you use your travel connections and research something fun you would enjoy that you would also feel safe doing. I know that I wouldn't go hiking/camping by myself. But, most any city, I could manage just fine. The up side is that you can do whatever you want, whenever you want.
Good luck and enjoy a little adventure! | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/3/2008 7:53:29 PM | | I would love to find out about singles cruises where there is a good mix between men and women. I think that would be a blast. | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/3/2008 8:43:20 PM | It's not very easy anymore. Years ago there were particular sailings through Singleworld. Singleworld is no longer in business. But, I'm thinking that you might pull up the websites for various cruiselines and check to see if they have a Singles Department. (Look to see if they will do roomshares. Even if you do not want a roomshare, at least you will know that the cruiseline does business with singles.)
If you do not want to do all the homework yourself, just check with your nearest Travel Agency....I've been retired for awhile, but I used to know which cruise lines attracted the most singles. They, most likely, will know.
Plan B...Simply choose a destination which YOU think is to your liking...Book yourself on that cruise...If you don't meet any other singles (I'm betting you will, but they will probably be most likely women), at least you will enjoy your vacation.
Hope I've been helpful.
KK | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/9/2008 1:41:17 AM | | I have traveled on my own, and it was by far one of the best experiences of my life...i backpacked it on my own in Europe in 05 and it sounds insane, but i felt safer there then i do on the streets in Los Angeles! I stayed in hostels and met great people from everywhere around the world and we'd always end up hanging out around town until i left...don't even think twice, just do it!! | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/10/2008 11:02:03 PM | | I travelled to an fro between four different countries in Africa by age 15 and i did it solo. It was mostly fun though I had some bad moments! The natives were awesome and it helps if you know the local language!! | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/11/2008 6:13:38 PM | I know what you mean I'm planning a trip solo to several cities in canada, my friends think I am crazy but I'm young and have some extra cash so I think the adventure will be worth it. I plan to go in early September if anyone is interested in showing me around.  | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/11/2008 7:51:24 PM | | I know what you mean . I am going to Ixtapa Mexico in Oct and no one else want to go. So I am going anyway. Looks like a great place to relax. I am open if someone else want to relax as well as there is 2 beds in the room | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/19/2008 9:38:36 AM | I've traveled on business alone quite a few times
you can have a great time if you keep your mind open and willing to accept others for what they are... you do have to be careful after all you are on your own... but it's all good... | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 7/19/2008 1:00:22 PM | I have started going on tour buses, you are still alone yet with people from the same area that you are from. That's better then not going at all.
You just have more fun when you have someone close with you. Then you can plan together, talk about the trip, look forward to the next trip. Upbeat in Ga.  | |
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