USMCHokie Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 How do you all feel about traveling or going on a vacation by yourself? Link to post Share on other sites
johan Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Women do it. I wouldn't, unless I was going to meet people. I would just spend the whole time thinking how I should really be there with someone I care about. Which would drive the knife deeper than if I was having those thoughts at home. Link to post Share on other sites
carhill Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Other than the decade I was married, I've traveled alone essentially my whole life, from dragging the race car around to flying to most of the world's continents. Whenever and wherever I feel like going, I just put the deal together and go. The interesting thing is that there are creatures like me (and you) everywhere. We're never really alone. Link to post Share on other sites
Author USMCHokie Posted April 17, 2012 Author Share Posted April 17, 2012 Women do it. So if a dude did it, then it just screams creeper central...? I wouldn't, unless I was going to meet people. I would just spend the whole time thinking how I should really be there with someone I care about. Which would drive the knife deeper than if I was having those thoughts at home. But why let a lack of someone special stop you from enjoying a good time...? Link to post Share on other sites
johan Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 So if a dude did it, then it just screams creeper central...? No. No one knows why you're there. You could be on a business trip. But why let a lack of someone special stop you from enjoying a good time...? I think good times are meant to be shared. And I've already been to some pretty cool places by myself. I'd rather go with a woman. Link to post Share on other sites
Author USMCHokie Posted April 17, 2012 Author Share Posted April 17, 2012 No. No one knows why you're there. You could be on a business trip. It's a 7-day boat ride...which I'm going on by myself to conduct international business...at my international business meetings... I think good times are meant to be shared. And I've already been to some pretty cool places by myself. I'd rather go with a woman. I absolutely agree with this. It's definitely more memorable and more enjoyable if shared with someone...but sometimes there's no one who is willing or able to go...so becomes the choice of going and making the best of it or not going at all (and saving a ton of money)... Just gathering perspectives is all... Link to post Share on other sites
Author USMCHokie Posted April 17, 2012 Author Share Posted April 17, 2012 The interesting thing is that there are creatures like me (and you) everywhere. We're never really alone. I certainly hope so... Link to post Share on other sites
Feelin Frisky Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 I have no problem with it. I much prefer to have a gf with me but sometimes one must carry on solo. Link to post Share on other sites
writergal Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 How do you all feel about traveling or going on a vacation by yourself? I've vacationed by myself before grad school, and had a great time. I backpacked around Europe after college, then again after a family reunion that was held abroad. If you don't like to travel alone, you could seek out vacation package tours that cater to single people. Those are a little expensive. Volunteer Vacations: You can do a volunteer vacation through globalvolunteers.org for example. You are responsible for your travel costs but your cultural experience is provided for through an international service package which lasts between 2-3 weeks. You will be with other volunteer travelers and it makes for a neat experience. Solo Trips based on your hobby or interests: There's other organizations out there based on your interests, like the American Hiking Association, or if you like cycling, there's Sojourn Bicycle Tours or Bicycle Adventures, or wine tours, walking tours, mountain climbing tours, sailing tours. You name it, you Google it, you can find it. Link to post Share on other sites
writergal Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 It's a 7-day boat ride...which I'm going on by myself to conduct international business...at my international business meetings... I absolutely agree with this. It's definitely more memorable and more enjoyable if shared with someone...but sometimes there's no one who is willing or able to go...so becomes the choice of going and making the best of it or not going at all (and saving a ton of money)... Just gathering perspectives is all... Whoops. I didn't see this post before I responded. A 7 day boat trip should be fun, even if it is for business. Relax and have fun. Link to post Share on other sites
Author USMCHokie Posted April 17, 2012 Author Share Posted April 17, 2012 Whoops. I didn't see this post before I responded. A 7 day boat trip should be fun, even if it is for business. Relax and have fun. Heheh, it's not for business at all. Just joking earlier. It's a 7-day cruise to Cabo... Link to post Share on other sites
writergal Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Heheh, it's not for business at all. Just joking earlier. It's a 7-day cruise to Cabo... Doh! Heh heh! Just wear your life jacket and take dramamine. (removes the gullible sign from my head now) Link to post Share on other sites
CarrieT Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 When I was in the final death throws of my relationship with my alcoholic Ex, we went to Europe for three weeks together. The difference was that he was out drinking and whoring all night long - returning to the hotel room at dawn to pass out - when I was waking up and heading out to museums and sightseeing. It was then I learned how much I enjoyed traveling by myself since I was alone most of the time and after we broke up, I went on multiple trips alone, always have a great time. I was never looked upon oddly and always booked the finest restaurants for One, carrying a book with me and not feeling especially weird or anything. Go for it and enjoy yourself! Link to post Share on other sites
Kamille Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 I've travelled alone more often than not, and even when traveling with boyfriends, I've often ended up doing an activity alone (usually outdoorsy stuff, my exes weren't big on that kind of stuff.) So I'm fairly comfortable with the whole thing, even though there's often an awkward moment when I realize I'm the only one not "paired up" with a friend or a partner. I'll say this: you're more likely to meet more people by traveling alone. The key is to join group activities (kayaking, hikes, wine tastings, whatever). There's a good chance everyone will be paired up, but generally, those groups include friends traveling together, who are usually over-joyed when they spot a potentially single person. Link to post Share on other sites
tman666 Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Hmmm I dunno man. I like the responses so far about traveling alone in general, but being single on a cruise could go either way. You'll likely be seated for meals at a table with other singles (cruises tend to be sort of meal-centric). This could be a good or a bad thing depending on whether or not you like eating/talking with strangers. The good thing is that by the end of the week, you'd probably all be pals. In addition, they will most likely have all sorts of social mixers for single people available. You could meet the woman of your dreams, or you could find yourself surrounded by crazies, single-moms looking for a baby-step-daddy, the grotesquely obese (you don't know what obese means until you've been on a cruise-especially if you sail from Texas...), or complete hookers. I dunno, I would personally be hesitant to go on a cruise by myself, based on what I've experienced out of cruises. I consider myself to be fairly socially adept when I want to be, but I tend to do just as well finding things to do alone. Take an introspective look at the things you like to do, and make the judgement call from there. If you have 7 days of shore leave, you might consider just booking a stay in Cozumel or something. Go deep sea fishing. Go clubbing and dance your ass off whilst ripped on cheapo tequila. Walk around town with a giant, comically oversized sombrero/green, white, and red cowboy boots and chat up the college girls. Link to post Share on other sites
Pyro Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 if I were still single I'd do it no problem. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Lil1 Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 If I were a man I would travel all over the world by myself, backpack if I have to! Do it OP, you'll have a blast I'm sure!! Link to post Share on other sites
FitChick Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 (edited) I traveled all over Europe by myself after I graduated from university. It was a great learning experience. I met lots of people, became very independent and more adventurous after having lived a relatively sheltered life. Life changing for sure. I love to travel. It's less stressful when you are alone because you can do whatever you like whenever you like. Edited to add: I didn't see where it was a cruise. A single friend went on a cruise with visions of Love Boat dancing in her head. She came back very disappointed saying it was all couples or old people. Edited April 17, 2012 by FitChick Link to post Share on other sites
zengirl Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Women do it. So if a dude did it, then it just screams creeper central...? I've seen more men traveling alone (especially if we're talking Americans) than women, fwiw. I don't find it creepy. I used to think, "If I were a guy, I'd just go alone" for years until one day, I did. Traveling alone is fun in its own way. I'd prefer to travel with family or an SO or friends, personally, but I like traveling alone as well. Traveling alone is good because you get to do exactly what you want to do and you get to meet new people. Traveling with someone you care about is good because you get to build memories together and it matters less what you do -- since you're enjoying the company of someone you like to be with. If the choice is between travel alone or put off traveling, I say travel. You never know if you'll get the chance in the future. But that's just because I love traveling. ETA: I agree with a cruise not being the best trip alone, though. Cruises are very couple or family oriented IME. Link to post Share on other sites
setsenia Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 How do you all feel about traveling or going on a vacation by yourself? To me, if I don't have someone to share it with, it's definitely not as fun. I've also never understood dining alone. I may as well take it to-go and save myself money for a tip. Link to post Share on other sites
Lobouspo Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Never traveled for pleasure alone, but on business trips I have gotten away from co-workers and done my own thing on my spare time. When I was in Wash DC, visited the Smithsonian and went to the mall and spent time at the monuments, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.....Go to Cabo Wabo and have shot for me Marine. Cut loose and have fun.....Semper Fi!!! Link to post Share on other sites
EasyHeart Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 I love traveling alone. I probably got used to it from work trips, but I think it's great. You can do whatever you want, whenever you want. And you get the bathroom all to yourself. The biggest downside is eating alone. You have to be comfortable with that and it somewhat limits your options because you can't go to any really nice places where dinner is long and drawn out. (I suppose you could, but I'd get bored). I don't know about cruises, though. I'd be careful about that one because you're going to be trapped on the boat for 7 days. The only people I know who go on cruises are my parents, and they're in their 80s. Link to post Share on other sites
johan Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Don't do it, Hokie. It can only lead to trouble. Link to post Share on other sites
FitChick Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Don't do it, Hokie. It can only lead to trouble. Well, he does like older women. He might catch the eye of a rich, lonely, elderly widow... Link to post Share on other sites
daphne Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 I say DO IT. You'll realize later how silly your misconceptions about it were. No one's going to think you're a creeper unless you act like one. Link to post Share on other sites
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