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Posted: 3/23/2008 12:16:51 PM | | rescuespecialist ... I will check out the site you recommended ... I am thinking of a European trip ... I also just looked at www.vrbo.com (vacation rental by owner) that looks interesting. Traveling with someone you get along with is better than traveling alone ... but if you do not have that special someone ... traveling alone is better than missing out on some great stuff ... | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 3/26/2008 9:55:43 PM | | This summer im going to Idaho and Wyoming even if no one else comes with me I'm still gonna do it, I just have to, its my dream | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 3/27/2008 4:39:27 PM | I think the biggest advice is just to use common sense wherever you go. It seems like a lot of people because they go on a vacation or travel let their guard down. Theres no reason to be paranoid, but just make sure your still taking all of your normal precautions you know?
You would probably never leave your purse or belongings somewhere and then leave them. But when on a trip, people do it all the time. I never understood why. | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 3/29/2008 11:39:25 PM | | I would travel for work by myself a lot and it is quite lonely, but if you ignore the couples and things like that, you can enjoy yourself. | |
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Posted: 4/4/2008 9:58:41 AM | | Thank you for posting that Vacation by Owner site. I had heard about it but I didn't recall the specific name. It is great to stay in areas where the local people live away from the tourist traps. It gives one a chance to really get a sense of the place. I am definitely going to look into that site. Thanks. | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 4/4/2008 12:46:33 PM | Hi .
I drove solo all the way from Ontario through the States to Seattle in Washington State and then up to Vancouver Island Canada and back again. I had a lovely trip. Idaho is heaven on Earth and Montana and Wyoming are both so beautiful and so much to see. I spent 3 weeks on that trip in July and in August I flew to Scandinavia where I looked around for another 3 weeks again alone. I am a greatgrandma and feel that I have to travel while I still can, soon enough I will be sitting in an old folks home living among my memories hehe.
Go for it alone or not.
Ontkitty | |
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Posted: 4/4/2008 5:49:08 PM | | I love traveling. I have a couple of ideas for this summer. | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 4/5/2008 8:58:24 PM | I've never traveled alone for long distance intercontinental trips - it's all been with the family. I never could envision doing this for two reasons":
1) When seeing such majestic sights, you want someone to be there with you
2) Safety | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 6/29/2008 1:08:52 PM | Well .. i have the same problem... haha.. I like to go with friends or family because it's cheaper and u have a great time no matter what u are doing.... There are few times i have traveled alone but i don't like it... Once i was coming back to my country.. i was in miami with 2 big bags and 2 small ones hahah.. i couldn't walk well till somebody helped me.. ahah.. (And people who knows Miami airport knows how big it is haha).. anyways i was there like 5 months so that's why i had that amount of bags..
On the other hand, it's true what u say... when i have holidays, my friends haven't.... and that ruin your plans... once i wanted to travel and one week in advance i had to cancel it cause my mom tell me that she couldn't go with me..
Anyways i will like to travel... and just right now i don't care if i have to go alone.... (with one small bag of course) haha | |
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Posted: 6/29/2008 1:35:08 PM | Of course, after having spent 40 years as an International Tour Director, I can tell you that ANYONE, (but, especially a lady traveling alone) can have a wonderful time on a Motorcoach Tour. You have to be selective as to what type of tour you want....there is PLENTY of free time to explore, some guidance when needed,...and MUCH less access to danger.
But, when you want company, and need help through customs and airports, you have your Tour Director and Driver for assistance....
Next month I will be going on MY first VACATION...all alone....to start. I will then meet up with a Tour Company and visit Norway, Sweden & Denmark....but, knowing Tauck Tours, I know I will be in good hands...
Fondly,
KK | |
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| Traveling Solo
Posted: 6/30/2008 6:13:27 PM | My favorite solo was a drive out to the 4 corners area. It was a lot of driving but I enjoyed it so much I did a repeat of it a couple of years later, hitting all the spots I really liked and the ones I passed up the first time, and added in a few extra stops. I started from Tampa, drove non-stop to newmexico. Then I did a Circle of all the hot spots
1st was Petrified Forrest National Park, then
Meteor Crater
Grand Canyon, hiked to the bottom and back in one day, ugh I'll never try that all in one day again.
Glenn Canyon
Vegas one night at the MGM Grand
Zion NP
Bryce NP
Capital Reef NP
Canyon Lands NP
Mesa Verde NP
Its a lot to take in but I had 2 weeks
When I did the repeat I had 3 weeks and also did
Canyon De Chelly, Death Valley, Cedar Breaks, Dinosaur NM, Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, and 3 great days in Yellowstone, and a couple of the nights at Chaco Canyon.
Didn't really have a plan other than to just drive around and stop and stop at whatever caught my interest. | |
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Posted: 6/30/2008 8:28:06 PM | I have been to several of those places, SuperDave, and know that the majestic grandeur can sometimes only be lived rather than explained..
When I traveled to many of those places I was with either family or with a group. I think it's a safer trip for a man alone than for a woman alone...but, it could sure be wonderful with two people who each thought of the other as "special".
Knittin Kitten | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 12:39:41 AM | | I travelled through honduras for a few weeks on my own in February. Last year I travelled through belize by myself. It can be lonely occasionally but the amount of freedom you have when travelling alone is incredible. You get to do whatever you want, whenever you want. Travelling alone also forces you to get out there and meet new people. A lot of people travel alone. The way I look at it, I either don't go or I go by myself....and I'd rather go than stay at home! | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 6:12:00 AM | It's funny, I don't find it lonely. Maybe it's because I often go on business trips and then extend them as holidays. For example, I recently went to the Middle East. I was on my own for a few days getting everything organized for the client so I got to relax and get to know a lot of the hotel staff and the people I had hired. Then 3 people from the company joined me and the next day, I was surrounded by a cast of thousands. It was like that for a few days. Then, they left and I stayed on. It did seem a little weird at first but since I already had my bearings, I was fine. Usually at that point I relax and rest for a day then do some tours and shoppping. If there is an association for my profession, I usually try to work in a meeting.
I always meet interesting people and very interesting men. It's kind of funny that I can be in this city and have so much trouble meeting people yet hop on a plane and suddenly you are surrounded by interesting and successful men. I think I am going to try to work in some singles and speed dating events on my next trips.....particularly since I will soon be relocating. May as well get to know as many elligible men as possible. Unlike Canada, every man in the room wouldn't have automatically ruled me out so it should be worthwhile. | |
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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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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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