Adults and Solo Trips Central

[MrLight]

I'm in my Pop hotel room right now!!! I even got two beds... a clean bed and a dirty bed for daytime napping lol...

 

[MrLight]

I've spent two solo park days now and I gotta say... it's awesome!!! I don't feel lonely or weird at all. And I move so quickly and efficiently through the park with my long legs, not having to wait for my shorter friend lol I arranged to meet a co-worker for the next three days to some degree and I almost regret doing that now lol.

 

[disnat]

I'll be going to WDW with my parents in July but we're flying out from different airports so I'm going to end up with with a couple of park days on my own. It'll be a little taste of what a solo trip's like so I'm looking forward to it!

 

[champagneandgummybears]

At Pop also now. The day has been weird so far. I see the up and downsides of solo travel. Upside:I got to MK around 4pm tonight and hit every ride I wanted to (didn't do small world, dumbo/flying carpets, jungle cruise, or some shows like country bears and tiki room because I assume I'll see them with my nephew.) Downside: It doesn't seem as much fun without sharing the experience, which is odd because I didn't feel that way on other solo trips in Italy and other places. I'm excited for my nephew, dad, and stepmom to get here but I'm really enjoying myself.

 

[MrLight]

Yesterday I met with my co-worker for Disney Quest and immediately regretted doing so, lol. I never actually met her before, but she and her boyfriend are completely clueless and lazy. They show up late, only do some rides, have no interest in live shows, and leave early. Way to waste your Disney experience! Unfortunatley I already agreed to spend this morning with them at Magic Kingdom... wish me luck! If there's one thing I learned on this trip, it's that alone is the way to go!!!

Oh and last night I had my solo meal at Planet Hollywood that I was worried about. I sat at the bar (to avoid waiting for a table) and aside from the bartender being clearly displeased with a customer who only wanted a water and a turkey club, it was perfectly fine.

 

[MrLight]

Back from my trip now (uncontrolled sobbing) and I loved it! Being alone was awesome! I got there super early, I walked super fast, and I got so much done without waiting in line for anything! I was never lonely for a second. And I just went on my phone when I was waiting in line.

 

[skimbob]

I love traveling to WDW alone. I race again in January and I enjoy every minute of my trip. My dad and I go to DL because he has health issues that make WDW a problem. I enjoy travelling both ways.

 

[georged1979]

99.96 % sure ill be on my 1st solo trip 9/30-10/6. Right now im trying to crunch numbers for dining! Ill be at DHS EARLY on 10/3 for Dapper Day and then MK that night planning on MNSSHP on 10/1

whos coming to Trader Sams with me!?

I'm coming down 9/27 through 10/4. Trader Sam's sounds intriguing. I'm in!

 

[TheDisneyNurse]

Now that I'm an annual pass holder, I'm seriously considering booking a solo trip. Maybe just for a few days. It sounds like a really great way to get some alone time and really enjoy the park-- especially because I'm "that person" that loves to arrive to things extremely early. It would be nice to wake up at 6:30 in my hotel room and not have to hear "insert person here" complaining for once!

 

[dmlovullo]

I would really like to do a solo trip, and have been thinking about doing so next year some time. What is a fun resort to stay at for solo trips? I was thinking about trying one of the MK area resorts, but do not know if I want to spend the money for just me. Although it would be a little bit cheaper way to experience those resorts. What are some thoughts?

 

[MrLight]

I was very happy with Pop Century, and it was the cheapest on-property hotel. It was actually cheaper than All Star when I signed up for it.

 

[ondori]

I will be down October 26-30, with my best friend. Two single guys, having a blast, as usual.

 

[bamacmac]

Now that I'm an annual pass holder, I'm seriously considering booking a solo trip. Maybe just for a few days. It sounds like a really great way to get some alone time and really enjoy the park-- especially because I'm "that person" that loves to arrive to things extremely early. It would be nice to wake up at 6:30 in my hotel room and not have to hear "insert person here" complaining for once!

I also just became an annual pass holder, and I am taking my first solo trip in July. My only other trips were with my now ex-boyfriend, and those trips were all amazing. But now it's time to make it my own thing! I enjoy traveling alone to other places and I think it will be neat to just explore WDW at my own pace and however I want to!

 

[ash_xox]

Now that I'm an annual pass holder, I'm seriously considering booking a solo trip. Maybe just for a few days. It sounds like a really great way to get some alone time and really enjoy the park-- especially because I'm "that person" that loves to arrive to things extremely early. It would be nice to wake up at 6:30 in my hotel room and not have to hear "insert person here" complaining for once!

sorry to creep, just joined the boards and really surprised to see someone around my age (22) in south florida (east fort lauderdale). I've gone for one solo trip....it was after a bad break up and I needed to get away...the drive was NOTHING and I really enjoyed the experience. If you have an annual pass and a car, DO IT!

 

[Lady Marie]

sorry to creep, just joined the boards and really surprised to see someone around my age (22) in south florida (east fort lauderdale). I've gone for one solo trip....it was after a bad break up and I needed to get away...the drive was NOTHING and I really enjoyed the experience. If you have an annual pass and a car, DO IT!

Me too! (25 in Boca/Delray area) and I agree--- sometimes DH and I get up early on a Saturday and make it for rope drop (yes we are crazy like that!) and it's not a bad drive at all. AND it's so nice to escape normal life, if even for a quick getaway or a day or two. I am tempted to go sometimes by myself when he is away or busy but haven't yet. But I'm feeling inspired now! Haha!

 

[TAPMD]

Anybody going down to WDW in August?

 

[your-obt-servt]

Hi all.

I've been lurking for some time, but finally decided to join so I can thank everyone 'cause I did it!
I booked my first solo trip!!
I'm still a little nervous, but am looking forward to it.

Reading this forum (and this thread especially) was just the encouragement I needed.
So, thank you.

your obt'
me

P.S. Looks like I'll miss you by just a few days, TAPMD.

 

[bamacmac]

Hi all.

I've been lurking for some time, but finally decided to join so I can thank everyone 'cause I did it!
I booked my first solo trip!!
I'm still a little nervous, but am looking forward to it.

Reading this forum (and this thread especially) was just the encouragement I needed.
So, thank you.

your obt,
me

P.S. Looks like I'll miss you by just a few days, TAPMD.

Yay! Good for you! I'm a little nervous about my first solo coming up soon as well, but I'm super excited and can't wait to experience it in a different way.

These boards have been a great encouragement and it's been very surprising to me how many people go solo! Tons more than I would have thought!

Hope your trip is awesome!

 

[your-obt-servt]

Yay! Good for you! I'm a little nervous about my first solo coming up soon as well, but I'm super excited and can't wait to experience it in a different way.

These boards have been a great encouragement and it's been very surprising to me how many people go solo! Tons more than I would have thought!

Hope your trip is awesome!

Thank you!
My sentiment exactly, on everything you said.
Great minds think alike, eh?
I'd love to hear about your trip when you get back.

Have a great trip yourself!

your obt'
me

 

[MrLight]

Solo trips are the greatest! Read "Unofficial Guide to Disney World" book to do it the smart way.