A thread for our single friends....

[Bdawgsc]

So yes, I'm new and all that, but I felt like I had to post a reply about going to WDW solo.

After friends moving away and major life changes I found myself wanting to go to WDW, but no one else around could drop everything and disappear for 4 or 5 days. I have friends in Orlando, but they work, so I knew I'd spend most of my trip alone since I usually travel during the week. So that's the setup...

I have to admit, there were some things that were a little awkward (like sitting next to the 10yo boy on Rock And Roller Coaster), but overall I had a blast on that first solo trip. Since then I've been back several times. Shows like Festival of the Lion King, Finding Nemo, Philharmagic... it doesn't matter if you're alone. Thrill rides like the coaster, TOT, Everest... well... lots of people are alone since they've traveled in pairs and the friend/spouse/whatever doesn't do thrill rides. Also, as an amateur photographer, I've always taken some incredible photos on the solo trips. I find that I can focus on looking for the details and not rushing from one attraction to the other.

Just my $0.02. I'm not a shy person and I do live alone, so I'm used to doing things alone... but if you want to go, GO! Don't think twice about the solo trip.

 

[glenpreece]

dreweyj- Welcome aboard!!! You are going to have a blast!!!!

Bdawgsc- Welcome to you too! And yes going solo is tonnes of FUN!!! I am going Dec 29-Jan6 solo again!

 

[jimpossible87]

You guys are more outgoing than me I guess. I went to Disney Studios alone once when I was visiting a friend in Orlando. She had to work and I didnt want to waste a day in the house so she dropped me off. I have to admit I did enjoy some of it but most of the time I felt like an *** and was really self conscious about being by myself. I cant even begin to mention how many times people asked me why I was alone...including the boat driver from the boardwalk. The funniest momenta were the great movie ride I had a mad bunch of lesbians that didnt want me in their row...was very pleasant, and on the backlot tour I got to sit with a family feeding their kids peanut butter and jelly sandwhiches while riding...was too weird for me, but Im sure there are plenty of people out there that enjoy it.

 

[I<3EvilQueen]

Also, as an amateur photographer, I've always taken some incredible photos on the solo trips. I find that I can focus on looking for the details and not rushing from one attraction to the other.
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I would love to see some of your work (Disney and Non-Disney)

 

[Stinky_Pete]

So how are all of the single guys out there?

Still single...

 

[Bdawgsc]

I would love to see some of your work (Disney and Non-Disney)

Let me see what I can find...

 

[Bdawgsc]

This one is at the top of my stairs... it's a nice thing to see first thing in the morning...

 

[Bdawgsc]

And another AK favorite!

 

[glenpreece]

This one is at the top of my stairs... it's a nice thing to see first thing in the morning...

"IN THE CIRCLE......THE CIRCLE OF LIFE!!!!' Love it!!!

 

[OrlandoMike]

I cant even begin to mention how many times people asked me why I was alone...

I used to feel akward at doing things alone. I think I was about 25 when I forced myself to go out to a nice dinner alone. Sitting at a table is akward sometimes, so I usually opt for the bar, where I can chat with the bartender.

Now I travel alone occasionally, and it's nobody's buisness why I do! If asked, I would really have to try not to look them in the eye and ask "Why do you care why I am alone?"

It has it's good points and bad! I do enjoy the freedom of doing what I want to do when I want to do it! I can eat when I want, where I want, ride what I want to, or do absolutly nothing in the room and not feel guilty about it!

Just my two cents on the subject!

 

[Stinky_Pete]

It has it's good points and bad! I do enjoy the freedom of doing what I want to do when I want to do it! I can eat when I want, where I want, ride what I want to, or do absolutly nothing in the room and not feel guilty about it!

This is why I am looking forward to my upcoming solo trip. Every other trip to WDW I have been with other people and felt like I wanted to make it a good trip for them and was constantly trying to think of what they want to do. And felt like I had to do everything. I am so looking forward to a relaxing trip, doing what I want to do, when I want to do it.

 

[PebblesMK]

Umm...can I join the singles group?? I'm single and looking for a gay boyfriend. Not really ideal since I'm a girl...BUT, umm...I like that idea a lot more than a regular boyfriend.

Bdawg: Were you onstage with Nemo?? That's a super close picture.

 

[RENThead09]

I agree on the freedom thing for the solo trips. At first I was a little self conscious about it, but now it is like...deal with it.

Not a lot of my friends want to head to Disneyland for the weekend. But hey...I am in Disneyland. Way to much fun to stress over it.

For my trip to WDW in January, I will be there solo for 3 days, Have friends in for a couple, then by myself for the last 2. Since it is my first time, it will be kinda nice to just take it all in and take THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS OF PICTURES!!!! The people coming for the weekend have all been there before, so I can do the newbie things.

And if I want company, I can always come on here and see who is up for lunch and some rides!

 

[cruise pup]

Hi all. I just discovered this thread and it looks like a lot of fun. I'm not a Disney addict but I do like it. I'll be at WDW 11/17-21. It will be my 4th solo visit. Maybe I'll run into some of you.

 

[StevieMac]

i have def had my share of solo trips. While they can be more expensive because you are not splitting the cost (room, car, strippers, etc), sometimes they are also cheaper because you do not have to keep up with the lot whom may be going to parks or parties when you could hang by the pool or watch your soaps in the afternoon!

Also remember to enjoy it and enjoy the freedom of doing whatever the **** u want to do, because any solo trip may be your last since you never know when you will meet someone or accidentally get pregnant (oh wait?)!

Hope this helps!

 

[Bdawgsc]

Umm...can I join the singles group?? I'm single and looking for a gay boyfriend. Not really ideal since I'm a girl...BUT, umm...I like that idea a lot more than a regular boyfriend.

Bdawg: Were you onstage with Nemo?? That's a super close picture.

Haha, No! You wouldn't want me to be on stage. I got there a little late after trying to decide which lens to take. I decided I'd suck it up and take the zoom lens (75-300mm). I had a friend in the show at that time. Wouldn't you know, the only seat I could find was on about the 4th row... so ALL of my photos of that show were closeups. Made for some interesting shots for sure.

 

[glenpreece]

Ok just wanted to drop by and say BYE!!! we leave tomorrow for our first trip to DL!!! hoping to see some hot boys out in Cali!!

 

[PebblesMK]

Haha, No! You wouldn't want me to be on stage. I got there a little late after trying to decide which lens to take. I decided I'd suck it up and take the zoom lens (75-300mm). I had a friend in the show at that time. Wouldn't you know, the only seat I could find was on about the 4th row... so ALL of my photos of that show were closeups. Made for some interesting shots for sure.

Well I think it turned out great! I took my crappy point and click sony and my pics proved how crappy my camera is. I should have taken my nikon but didn't feel like lugging it around. I'd love to see more of your pics...it doesn't even have to be from Nemo!

 

[cruise pup]

Here's a nice piece of news for us soloists. The new Toy Story ride at Disney Hollywood Studios apparently allows single riders to queue up with the fast pass returns. I guess there's no need to get a fast pass or wait in the standby line. I saw a photo of the entrance and that's what the sign says. Just hope it hasn't changed. By the way, the reason I'm up so friggin' late is because the AL playoff is still going on...and it just ended, hooray!

 

[cruise pup]

Haha, No! You wouldn't want me to be on stage. I got there a little late after trying to decide which lens to take. I decided I'd suck it up and take the zoom lens (75-300mm). I had a friend in the show at that time. Wouldn't you know, the only seat I could find was on about the 4th row... so ALL of my photos of that show were closeups. Made for some interesting shots for sure.

Add me to the list of your photographs fans. Here's what I managed to capture at Nemo and everyone will be able to appreciate the clarity and composition of yours.