I’m 32 and yet to take a trip, go to the movies etc by myself. I’m always with one other person even though I love my own company. A solo trip is pending!
EDIT**** For those that have traveled solo, please reply with where and your experience ☺️
I’m 32 and yet to take a trip, go to the movies etc by myself. I’m always with one other person even though I love my own company. A solo trip is pending!
EDIT**** For those that have traveled solo, please reply with where and your experience ☺️
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Yes! I have to, sometimes other folks aren’t available. I don’t mind. I’ve gone to movies, done trips, concerts. If I’m waiting on someone else I will be doing less stuff.
I totally do. Vacations and going out to eat.
Commenting so i don’t forget to read in here. Im the same, i love being by myself and have tons of solo hobbies, but in my specific case i just suck at planning and for me alone it seems like a hassel. Also, i feel anxious alone in public for no real reason, which is why i only really do stuff with others outside.
I would guess once you push yourself to do it a few times, it would become easier
Absolutely. I love my husband, kids, and friends but I also love me too. I love shopping alone, visiting some tourist attractions in the area alone, go to the movies alone, etc.
I was single for a long time, so I learned to be comfortable doing everything by myself, including dinner at nice restaurants and travel.
From the time I was a teen, I’ve done stuff by myself. Go to restaurants, movies, museums, parties, big events, concerts(!), shopping, hiking, biking. I’ve taken quite a few solo trips, including out of the country. It doesn’t bother me at all.
I eat out by myself all the time. Love eating at restaurants on my own! I just put my headphones in and enjoy my meal in a leisurely fashion, unbothered by loud conversations or other distractions.
I’ve also taken a trip by myself. I did meet up with friends for one afternoon of it but I was on my own for the rest of the time. It was so great going and lingering wherever piqued my interest and not having to do things just because someone else wanted to.
I haven’t done a movie by myself but I’m not sure I would. I wouldn’t feel awkward or anything but for me, movies are a social thing (even though you don’t talk during the film itself). If I want to watch a movie on my own, I’d rather save the money and wait for it to come to streaming.
I have been to music festivals and have traveled abroad solo multiple times. Also, probably an unpopular opinion, but it’s sooo much better to go alone to the movies!
I love to. I went solo glamping a few months ago and it was a blast. The tent was a standing structure and had heat, but I had to build a fire and do everything myself. Buried fishing (relaxing but not fruitful) and read books in the middle of the woods while throwing wood on the fire. It was a blast.
I also do museums and day to day stuff alone because I enjoy the peace.
Yes. I travelled to Europe, Hong Kong and Japan solo. Recently I did an interstate trip solo so I could see my favourite singer perform live as she wasn’t going to perform in my city. If I can’t find a friend to do something with, I will go to it solo as I feel I would have more regret not going at all!
I regularly go to concerts by myself. My partner doesn’t like the same time of music so I have a great time alone.
I went to a movie solo and that’s where the idea took off after that I went to a solo concert to watch one of my favorite bands. I was debating on not going because a friend couldn’t make it but I said screw it and bought my ticket, It was April of last year. I had the best time ever and it gave a complete confidence boost to not be afraid to do things alone. I’m going to another solo concert next month and I’m so excited!
In August i’m planing a trip to San Diego for my 34th birthday and I’m looking really forward to it. ☺️
I’ve traveled by myself. Both abroad and locally. It’s really nice, as long as your destination is safe!
Absolutely, I go backpacking by myself regularly late spring through early fall. Sometimes friends are invited, sometimes the plan is solo from the start. If friends can make it, great, but if not it isn’t a huge deal.
For more low-key things like going out for a drink or a meal I usually bring a book, journal, and day planner to keep up on.
I can travel alone but really struggle with eating alone in public ☹️ I went to Paris alone recently and felt fine doing everything but just felt so much anxiety eating out so I really missed out on food scene… In Japan it was definitely easier eating alone at restaurants
I’ve done Santa Fe, Montreal, Oxford, London, Paris, and Vermont solo. It. Is. The. Best. You do what you want, when you want. Sure, I was more cautious about being out late solo…but I love solo travel so much. It’s the one thing I miss being married with a family.
I love being alone. I prefer it unless my husband can join, then I like his company. I like doing things at my own pace (very planned out) and I’m always on the go so I feel like other people would slow me down lol.
I love my own company and feel very secure doing my own thing. I go out to eat alone frequently, museums, fitness classes, etc. if you always wait for someone to do something, you’ll miss out on life!
I love doing things by myself!
I’m married and did the majority of things w my husband, but I also wanted to retain a sense of independence… I always made time for my friends and did stuff w them too, but as I got older, I got more comfortable doing stuff alone, too. Going out alone to cafes, casual restaurants, hiking, etc. Doesn’t bother me like it might have when I was younger. I can enjoy the time to myself 🙂 I am very thankful to have reached this level of comfort.
Yes. I joke that if I waited for someone to do stuff with I would never do anything.
I’ve lived abroad, travelled, gone to grad school, and currently live alone.
All the time. Restaurants, bars, operas, movie theaters, music festivals, museums, parks, walks, you name it.
I’ve solo traveled to Morocco, Egypt, Israel, Iran, Lebanon, Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar, South Africa, India, Myanmar/Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, China, Macau, Hong Kong, French Polynesia (Tahiti, Moorea), Canada, USA (30+ states), Mexico, Costa Rica, Ireland, Northern Ireland, England, Portugal, Spain, Andorra, France, Monaco, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, Vatican, San Marino, Malta, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Greece, Turkey.
A great way to dip your toes in the water is to travel solo to a destination, have maybe a night or 2 on your own and join a tour group for the majority of the trip! Go with a reputable one like Intrepid or G adventures.
I generally do stuff on my own all the time especially going for concerts and just hang out and enjoy the music at the back on my own 🙂
The other times where I’ve travelled on my own was to go scuba diving.
I traveled solo to a handful of countries (Peru, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, and upcoming is Vietnam and Cambodia).
It can be a little daunting being completely on your own but you also gain alot of self-confidence by getting yourself out of your comfort zone. You can do whatever you want, when you want. It’s quite liberating- it’s a journey of self-discovery.
Yes and I always have, like even as a teenager I’d go see movies alone because my friends didn’t want to see something I did. Anything I want to do I just go and do.
I have traveled alone a lot… off the top of my head, to Chile, I backpacked through German-speaking Europe, Halifax, Montreal, Québec City, Ottawa, 24 US states (I guess the only ones I’ll ever go to, now), Paris, Bilbao, Oslo and Bergen, Stockholm, London, York, Copenhagen… I’ve done train trips by myself, gone on work trips by myself, I’m taking a trip by myself this week… It’s honestly unremarkable, great experience.
Yes. When I was married my workaholic husband and I moved to the USA – he would be out late working every weekday (and I was not allowed to work with the visa I was on). I got so used to doing things by myself. Movies, shows, museums etc. Later, after my divorce, i went on vacation by myself (mostly to Las Vegas) where I would just do whatever I wanted. We eventually moved back home (we have a child so decided to both move so our son would get to have both his parents around) and I still spend a lot of time alone- one of my favourite things to do is just go for a long drive to somewhere I’ve never been before and stay somewhere overnight. Going to concerts by myself is great so I can go right up to the barrier and be involved in the moshpit (50 something fat woman throwing herself around) or go right to the back for some space and a beer and i don’t ever have to worry about what other people want,
I went to Thailand, Malaysia, Nepal, and Mexico by myself. Spent some solo time in Norway after my husband left the trip early, and lots of domestic travel in the states. I really loved it, though since I met my husband I have a travel partner basically all the time! Lucky me 🥰
I’ve been on 2 solo trips now! I decided that checking off a list gave my trips more of a purpose. So I’m doing state Capitol buildings. Other ideas: baseball stadiums, football stadiums, coffee shop in each state or country etc, graves of the famous
I do a lot of things by myself (traveling, going to the cinema, eating out, going to a bookshop, going to a concert), regardless of relationship status. I just enjoy it. While I love watching movies, going out to eat, attending a concert, and traveling with my boyfriend (for me, he’s the best company, and we have similar tastes and preferences so that also helps), I still like doing those things on my own, too. (And he doesn’t have anything against that because he also thinks we don’t have to do everything together all the time.)
Since you asked, here are the places off the top of my head that I’ve been to on my own: Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Myanmar, Singapore. (Some of those — such as Japan and Hong Kong — I’ve also visited with my family a couple of times outside my solo trips, though.) Plus lots of Italian cities. I’ve also lived in different European countries (Hungary, Romania, Spain, Italy) where I initially didn’t know anyone at all. It’s been great so far!
The more you do things on your own, the more at ease you’ll feel, I hope. I never understood why some people (not talking about you!) feel self-conscious about it. I think it’s one of the best things you can do for yourself, but that’s me!
Honestly too much! Because it’s easier if you want to do things.
Absolutely, it’s the best!! I took my first international solo trip to Montenegro and will recommend it to anyone who asks. It’s an insanely gorgeous and underrated gem of the world and very kind to solo travelers. Plus affordable!
For my first solo travel I went to a city that I had previously been with friends but did things I didn’t do with them. It gave me a sense of security going to a familiar spot but it still felt new. It was so fun! I felt so proud of myself for doing it alone. I’ve since taken a few trips solo.
I do everything by myself. Honestly, I sometimes prefer it—whether it’s concerts, movies, eating out, or even vacations. I really learned how to enjoy my own company after my divorce almost five years ago. Before that, I only did things with my ex-husband. It was a big learning curve, but now I genuinely enjoy doing things solo.
Yes I have done many things alone. You should do one solo trip once in your life. My 2 favorite trips solo was in bosnia and herzegovina and Turkey.
I loveeeee to do things alone. I prefer it but I’m at a point in life where I’m actually trying to force myself to try enjoying doing things with other people and it is hard for me, ngl 😂I’ve always been a loner/left to my own devices, not always by choice (ie as a child…) so doing things alone is more comfortable for me than not
but I recognize that in order to keep my friendships alive, I need to make concessions and plan things with my friends.
Yup! Once I decided to just do whatever I wanted whether or not someone else could join, my life got so much better. I went to Croatia Montenegro and Greece by myself! It was amazing and I loved the freedom
I looooove doing things alone! I’ve gone on a couple trips by myself to various places in Canada, but I think I want to branch out and do a solo London trip next year.
I go to movies and concerts alone too, and sometimes it’s just nice to not worry about anyone else, if they’re having a good time, etc. Honestly, seeing a movie alone makes me feel like the main character in a rom com haha
Also going out to eat solo is AMAZING because you usually get seated immediately. When I was in Nova Scotia I went to a small lobster place that was packed and they only had room for one so I got to eat the most delicious lobster roll and the girl working the bar insisted she take a pic of me having a good time on my trip!
Yup, I’ve done everything at least once by myself.
Last year I took a train to Portland, Maine and spent a few days by myself. Went out to eat, took a your, went to a museum, etc. It was nice to do what I wanted, when I wanted, and not have to plan or schedule. I’ve only ever done that one before, over 15 years ago. I flew to Atlanta and spent a few days.
I also go to movies and out to eat by myself.
Been single for about 9 years (on and off, nothing significant). I do everything by myself. I’m not sitting in a house letting life pass me by. I go to movies, concerts, out to eat, shopping, out to bars, road trips, intl trips, bought my condo, and pay my bils…. By myself.
You can find great group trips on Groupon and Costco.
I do plenty of solo or mostly solo activities (does my dog count, cause he’s my “mostly,” lol). Riding motorcycles all over the areas I’ve lived in; hiking; horse activities, etc
I don’t mind going to a cafe or brewery on my own if I’ve got some stuff to do once I’m there (work or business stuff for example) but I don’t generally seek out public or group activities on my own such as movies or concerts. Eating at a sit down restaurant alone I find awkward as well, but will do it, just generally not “for the fun of it.”
Which is kinda silly I guess since you’re hardly talking to anyone else during such events lol, but they aren’t things I pursue or wish I was doing, either.
I’m planning my first international solo trip this summer. I’ve done plenty of solo travel all across the US, but generally work or moving related unless it was more local in which case I’ll do a fair bit in the aforementioned activities.
Mind you I’m very introverted and while not shy at all, I just need almost no human interaction or noise to be content, and too much actually wears me out very quickly, so I can be a bit prone to secluding more than the typical introvert.
Go! Do things on your own!!!! Traveled to several states solo, went to the UK, Ireland and Costa Rica by myself. Will take a day to travel alone even when I go with friends, both in Belgium and Thailand. I went to Disneyland on my own this year. I had a conference in Anaheim, and I love Disney. Had a great time solo! I’ve been to fancy Michelin star restaurants on my own. Just go do it!!! I’m 37F
I did 12 days + 2 travel days in a Iceland solo for my birthday a few years ago.
I splurged on a 8 day small group tour that took care of all the attractions and hotel accommodations and traveling. Went around the entirety of Iceland.
Yes. All the time. I prefer it, I think. It’s nice not having to compromise schedule. Something I am learning and frankly don’t enjoy, yet.
I have travelled alone to Vancouver Island, England, and Portland, Oregon.
Yes!
All of the time.
Restaurants, movies, hikes, the beach. I’ve gone camping by myself. Road trips. Museums / exhibits.
Partially traveled internationally by myself.
Concerts have been the hardest to do solo, just because of the locations, potential safety issues.
It can be fun doing things with other people; but also less planning and scheduling.
I actually love doing things on my own. I get to pick up whatever movie/restaurant/etc. I want without having to consider anyone else, which is a treat. I also can leave whenever I want and not worry about if they’re enjoying their selves. If I go to dinner alone I’ll bring a book with me, too. It’s lovely.
I did a group tour in Ireland solo when I was 30. My experience was great, I was with 4 other women and we got along super well. I prefer group travel (even now that I’m married we do a lot of tours) because it allows you to cover more ground, you get more information, and all of the logistics are planned for you. I also like the built in socialization. The trick is to look for smaller groups around 15, I don’t recommend bus tours.
I’m almost 32F and I do things by myself all the time. I solo traveled to England, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Iceland, Canada, Guatemala and Mexico by myself. I’m based in the US. I love it, I’m very focused on safety and take necessary precautions. But it’s been truly one of the greatest gifts I’ve given myself.
I’ve never been in a relationship and my friends are all in the mostly marriage/child stage of life. Though I love them, I don’t want to wait around for them to live my life fully. When I’m home I go out to eat, movies, plays, comedy shows, concerts, ballet, museums by myself. I actually take myself on at least one monthly date.
I found finding freedom to do things alone has helped me decentralize relationships. I am childfree which adds a layer to making dating more complicated but because I do things alone, I don’t feel like I have to have a partner so as to not miss out on the life experiences that are important to me.
Solo Traveler is a great resource for find places that don’t have a single suppliment.
I lived abroad by myself in russia and took trips all the time to various cities, still do that myself. I’ve never understood why thats a big deal. In my opinion, thats the only way to actually do anything since scheduling doesn’t typically align with others. Not just with travel, but hobbies or classes
I take myself out for meals, to bars, to the beach, anywhere I’d like to be. I’m taking a 4 night cruise in May by myself… very much looking forward to not having to worry about anyone except myself for a few days! I’ve also extensively traveled for business solo- to a dozen different states with a van filled with my booth set up for festivals. Get on out there- adventure awaits!
I just did yesterday. Went to the gym as my normal routine and then on a whim just took a trip to another city. Had the best day.
I prefer to do lot of things by myself. Going for a hike or going to the beach. I like e the sound of nature without conversation. I prefer to shop alone. I get it done so much faster or can browse to my heart’s content. Museums or parks. I go at my own pace and can linger where I want. I can concentrate way better without company.
I do prefer going to events, like concerts or festivals, with my partner. I like him a lot and love being around him. I have yet to travel alone. Well, outside of visiting family.
Yes! It is the best. I like to take me of our little dogs with me for company. Just got back from a solo trip to Palm Springs!
Yes because I don’t feel like socialising all the time and I want to do what I want to do without the hassle of “planning”. I have loads of friends but there are days I much prefer doing things by myself. Especially movies, going to another area, trying some new food etc. I find obligations and making plans mentally exhausting and il commit to a couple things during the week but prefer to at least keep a few days free.
Yeah i do tons of shit by myself. I’m super introverted and my boyfriend even more so lol
My closest friends don’t live in the same city as me anymore either. These days if there’s an event going on that im interested in, I just expect to go alone. If I end up getting to go with my boyfriend or friend that’s a bonus 🙂
I dunno which country you’re in, but Yo Sushi was the first restaurant I went to on my own. I like it because you sit at the belt and there’s always others sitting on their own. Nobody thinks you’re weird.
That gave me the confidence to take myself out all sorts of places by myself.
Oh yeah I do it all the time. Solo dates to movies, restaurants etc. I have friends and a partner but I treasure my buzz off time
I’m a homebody, my home is my haven. So if I’m going to go out to do stuff by myself it’s got to be something I can’t do at home (eg I can watch a movie or eat dinner at home), the main thing I do on my own is go to the beach, or go for a drive to see a beautiful view.
One of my favourite things to do is a solo Christmas shopping trip, and I like to go to a really nice restaurant for breakfast or lunch while I’m at it, usually with a good book!
I’m married with a baby, but one of my goals for the next few years is to go on a solo all inclusive holiday 😂
Absolutely. Your life is for living, not waiting or depending on others. I love trying new restaurants, cafes, parks, gardens, museums by myself. I’ve travelled solo mostly for work so I got really used to it. Company is welcome but not necessary.
I quite often go for lunch or a pint alone. I’ve been to gigs and the theatre alone. I went on holiday alone from England to Scotland so a super short flight but still felt prepaid navigating it alone! I usually rely on my husband lol.
Yes. I vacation and shop on my own.
I’ve done a light bit of solo travelling, in the city I felt comfortable, when I was in the countryside, I felt like I stood out and was being watched. Nothing bad every happened but I was acared. And wasn’t the most pleasant getting to sleep, but in the morning I felt great