Has anyone ever been on holiday on their own? I have the chance to go somewhere a bit different this year, but unfortunately I don't have anyone to go with, and I'm not sure if I fancy going anywhere on my own....

I've been to France and Spain on my own. I got to go and do and see what/where ever I wanted, and it was educational, but I wish I'd had all that to share with someone. I'm not the sort of person who can strike up a conversation with a complete stranger in a bar, so it can be a bit uncomfortable. I'm still glad I did it, I just wouldn't do it again.

But I think if you really want to go you should.

I've been on holiday on my own 3 times. For at least a month each time. Usually it takes a week or so to get into it at all.

Think tou've got to be comfortable on your own for long periods, but also be able to socialise with a wide range of people.

If you've got a chance to go somewhere a bit different, throw yourself into it, you'll find out about yourself and you really wont regret it!

I went to Tenerife on a walking holiday on my own. The bh had gone to France as part of her degree so I was left to my own devices. Early start, walk all day, evening meal with a book and a bottle of wine.

I went to the states to work on my own.
It was on a summer camp mind but it was very exciting know I HAD TO make friends and start conversations.

I think i would go on holiday by myself for a break and to sight see if I felt the urge.
I like to share those experiences with other people mind you, however I'm not apposed to the idea.

It's frustrating, because circumstances have left me free to travel on my own this year, and I really could go anywhere - South America (which I've always fancied), the Far East - anywhere really, even if just for a couple of days. Unfortunately, I can't find anyone who wants to go with me, and as I'm am quite shy at the best of times, I am not sure if I feel brave enough to give it a go!

Post in the wanted section for a travelling partner!

Seriously though, I think it'd be a great way to see somewhere properly. To be on your own, and please yourself as to what you want to do would be fantastic. Holidays with others (especially groups) generally end up being a comprimise. I tend to want to go off on my own occassionally when on holiday and do what I want to do. An entire holiday like that sounds great. You just have to be comfortable with your own company for a while.

Infact I might go abroad alone this year.
Anyone wanna come... (lol)

Originally posted by Richman
It's frustrating, because circumstances have left me free to travel on my own this year, and I really could go anywhere - South America (which I've always fancied), the Far East - anywhere really, even if just for a couple of days. Unfortunately, I can't find anyone who wants to go with me, and as I'm am quite shy at the best of times, I am not sure if I feel brave enough to give it a go!

To quote everybody's favorite foot wrapper "just do it". Honestly. Solo travel is the simplest purest best form of travel...it is the ultimate selfish indulgence. Do what you want when you want. Beyond that it will force you to grow as you won't have anyone to help you along in a strange place.

That being said I think you will find that you are rarely alone. I have travelled in ~50 countries for up to six month stretches mostly solo and have rarely been 'by myself'. Put yourself in places and situations where you will meet others.

And don't let people who say "ooooh you can't go by yourself that's too dangerous etc." discourage you.

If you have any questions I'd be happy to help you out with them...

im going on my own to copenhagen soon for a night, and one full day, so im looking forward to t, i guess people that get lonely easily wont like it, but i like being on my own

I've been considering going over to Thailand for a couple of weeks on my own, only to stay at the Fairtex Muay Thai camp though. I wouldn't need any friends to go with unless they did the same as I wouldn't see them!

I wouldn't go to a normal sunshine holiday (canaries, spain etc) on my own but I would do if it was a place that you could easily keep yourself occupied without anyone else with you (Thailaind, Italy, New York, etc).

Tell us where it is you're going and we'll tell you if it's worth it :thumbsup:

I think it depends on the type of person you are and the stage of life you have reached. I have heard some horror stories and I have heard of some fantastic experiences. It also depends where you go. There seem to be so many solo travellers in certain parts of the world that it sounds like you wouldn't be on your own for very long! My pal (female) has just come back from a month touring NZ and Oz. She has the most fantastic time of her life. However, I have heard some equally disturbing recounts of things that have happened to other people. You are right though Genesiscouch. You shouldn't let other people's bad experiences put you off. If you are properly prepared then it should not be a problem. I had one of the most frightening experiences of my life whilst travelling along through Spain and I will never again travel alone because of this. Now older, I look back and think' " I can't believe I let myself do that". As I said. it depends on YOU, where you go, and how well you are prepared. It is worse to regret something you HAVEN'T done that to regret something you HAVE. Try a short trip first and if you get a taste for it then go for a bigger adventure!

Originally posted by Richman
It's frustrating, because circumstances have left me free to travel on my own this year, and I really could go anywhere - South America (which I've always fancied), the Far East - anywhere really, even if just for a couple of days. Unfortunately, I can't find anyone who wants to go with me, and as I'm am quite shy at the best of times, I am not sure if I feel brave enough to give it a go!

I was the same but last year I went to Canada on my own for a month, I went to Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec city and Montreal, whilst I was there a last minute desicion led me to New York for a couple of days (best time I ever had) before going back to Canada, where ever you go and no matter how shy you think you are you will allways meet people out there and have a good time.

It was the best thing I ever did, I will never forget it and it was because I was on my own, having complete freedom to do whatever I wanted, hence ending up in NY.

genesiscouch said "just do it" I will second that!

Thanks for all the postive feedback guys - I'm still in the planning stage, but I will keep you informed! :)