Solo Trip? Who do you tell?

[Bets19]

Ok... I told too many people and my enthusiasm was contagious... I have a friend asking to join me... hmmmm

 

[jackieinJuneau]

I tell everyone and update facebook with pictures and video while I am traveling. If people have ever said something negative to me about I haven't noticed

 

[NJDiva]

I am a single woman. I booked my birthday solo trip to Disney for October.
The reactions I get when I tell people I am going to Disney solo vary... some are jealous/excited , some roll their eyes and my favorite: the "Oh.........." reaction.
Recently I was told I need to broaden my horizons and travel elsewhere. I have been lucky to have traveled to many places, but I enjoy coming back to Disney and this time it's the Magic My Way Trip.

I tell people all the time that I'm going by myself and I get the same reactions...my friends with kids are jealous and wish they could do an "adults only" trip like that. I've traveled extensively and you're right, you come back to someplace that you just feel the magic!!

I'm going in May for my very 1st Solo trip and I can not be more excited!! I used to worry what others might think then I found you guys here at DIS and now I say to Hell with what everyone else might think. I can't wait to eat,shop and drink to my hearts desire. Sleep late or stay up all nite.

I am so with you on that! I can eat, shop and relax as much or as little as I wish with no one to answer to!

 

[dilligaf212]

It is one of my dreams to go to Disney alone..I am a single mom I have 2 kids DD11 and DS3 so I don't think it will be any time soon but I would LOVE it!!! I would get to people watch, relax,do everything at my own pace, go on the rides my kids don't like, and answer to no one

Oh and I would tell everyone (brag to them actually) that I get to go on a vacation alone and to Disney of all place

 

[GaSleepingBeautyFan]

Nowadays just my husband and kids know.

I used to get the aren't you bored or lonely routine from folks and my fav - the stunned looks. Oh and we can't forget the "how can you afford it?" from folks.

I wish I could tell more people so I just tell the DIS.

 

[ocean134]

I am a married 45yo father of two teenagers. I’m pretty sure I don’t fit the profile of the typical person going to Disney alone; however, I’m less than 40 days away from my third solo trip in the past 2 years. This latest trip and one last year were both add-ons to business trips to the Orlando area. The third trip was for the W&D Half Marathon.

My family all love Disney, and I love our family trips down there. However, my DW is a teacher and my kids are in school, so when I find myself with the opportunity to make a quick trip down during the school year they simply can’t go. It gives me the chance to do all the things they really don’t want to do anyway, like sitting in the lobby of GF for hours listening to the band or watching Impressions de France 3-4 times in a row.

As far as telling others outside my family about my solo trips…..I quit doing that. When a middle-aged man tells someone he’s going to Disney alone to hang out in the lobby of the Grand Floridian hotel for an afternoon, he is assumed to be either a nut or a pervert. Since I’m neither (although the nut characterization probably isn’t far off) I prefer to just keep my Disney plans to myself.

Yup, this makes it very clear to me that I am totally addicted to Disney. I can absolutely understand why someone would want to go all the way to WDW only to sit in the hotel lobby. There are days at work where I wish I were in the hotel people watching instead of sitting at my desk.

It's simply the feeling you get from being on the property and watching the people bustling about.

As I have been there so many times, I am becoming more and more relaxed on my trips. We all know the first couple of visits begins by trying to see everything and do everything, then you start skipping things you don't care much about and do what you love. Then you start planning days to just shop or sit by the pool. Then, we're on to the people watching and not even leaving the hotel. Sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon...in my opinion.

I have never done a solo trip but I don't think it's odd at all. Sometimes we all just need a break to gather ourselves and get back in touch with us.

Maybe there will be a solo trip in my future too.

 

[ocean134]

Nowadays just my husband and kids know.

I used to get the aren't you bored or lonely routine from folks and my fav - the stunned looks. Oh and we can't forget the "how can you afford it?" from folks.

I wish I could tell more people so I just tell the DIS.

I think the only thing that would bother me on a solo trip is not having someone to talk to when I want someone to talk to. I'm a bit of a talker!

 

[stitches of laughter]

I just booked my first solo trip not long ago. I am looking forward to my trip and want to chat about it all the time. The only thing is, although I know I will have a great time, I am not ready for other peoples opinions or judgments. I am certain nobody will be mean or anything like that. Its more that they don't see Disney as a place for Adults without kids to travel and the idea of an adult traveling there alone is really wierd to them.

So for people who have booked a solo trip before, or even adults traveling without kids to Disney, who do you tell?

Whats the strangest response you have gotten?

I am happy with my decission but I also don't really want to defend it! I find myself being vague with the details....

Aw, I totally know what you mean. I was planning a solo trip the past time I went but ended up taking a friend. I really want to plan a trip for July, and right now the most reliable person in my life is myself, so I want to be able to do this on my own. My only fear is that I will be sad because I will be alone. However, I have done day trips there, but this would be a resort stay. I say, if you enjoy your own company, you will be fine!

And I am always willing to chat! I absolutely LOVE planning disney vacations, and no judging here

 

[GaSleepingBeautyFan]

I think the only thing that would bother me on a solo trip is not having someone to talk to when I want someone to talk to. I'm a bit of a talker!

I have always found someone to talk to.

In lines, waiting for ADR's (met several wonderful people this way - even got invited to do an Illuminations Cruise with one family! Boy did I ever wish I wasn't leaving that afternoon.) and CM's.
I had a great conversation with a CM from China last year. It was her first time outside China and she was having a wonderful time even while working.

I embarrass my kids when we all go together because I talk to strangers so it's nice not having to listen to them telling me not to talk to strangers.

 

[flyntink]

My solo trip is coming up in 52 days!
I go solo often. My husband doesn't care to go, so why
waste my life just because he doesn't want to go!
I would love to meet some other solo travelers.
My next trip is on Memorial weekend-5-28,29,30-2011 at Disneyland, Ca
I am mid age and have loved Disneyland all my life.

I can hear the Yo-Ho, Yo-Ho already!

 

[Betsyp]

You should tell everyone - period. I've never been judged because I travel solo - I think people are curious and in a way envious because many of the people who question me say they'd never go away by themselves. It's neat to explain all the advantages you have by traveling solo. My philosophy has always been that I'm not going to sit around and twiddle my thumbs waiting for someone that I'd want to travel with to be available. Be proud!

 

[stitches of laughter]

You should tell everyone - period. I've never been judged because I travel solo - I think people are curious and in a way envious because many of the people who question me say they'd never go away by themselves. It's neat to explain all the advantages you have by traveling solo. My philosophy has always been that I'm not going to sit around and twiddle my thumbs waiting for someone that I'd want to travel with to be available. Be proud!

I completely agree. This July may be my first solo trip. My close friends who I consider traveling with are at the age where they aren't stable enough to afford a trip (college students) or they aren't "into" the whole disney thing

so, I think I will take my own trip

 

[ocean134]

I have always found someone to talk to.

In lines, waiting for ADR's (met several wonderful people this way - even got invited to do an Illuminations Cruise with one family! Boy did I ever wish I wasn't leaving that afternoon.) and CM's.
I had a great conversation with a CM from China last year. It was her first time outside China and she was having a wonderful time even while working.

I embarrass my kids when we all go together because I talk to strangers so it's nice not having to listen to them telling me not to talk to strangers.

Sounds like you do pretty well!!! Maybe there needs to be a solo travelers meet and greet?

 

[ocean134]

You should tell everyone - period. I've never been judged because I travel solo - I think people are curious and in a way envious because many of the people who question me say they'd never go away by themselves. It's neat to explain all the advantages you have by traveling solo. My philosophy has always been that I'm not going to sit around and twiddle my thumbs waiting for someone that I'd want to travel with to be available. Be proud!

I have this same theory on my life in general. I'm in my 30's and single (dating but single). I was in VA visiting a friend for her baby shower and I got a little lost driving home after, in the dark. I was on the phone with my mom and she said that she hates I go places all alone. My response was "Mom, I'm single, if I didn't go anywhere because I didn't want to be alone, I'd never go anywhere!"

Of course I would prefer to have a significant other, and I would love to go to WDW with my Mr. Right, but it hasn't happened yet. I see no problem with people taking solo trips. You can't wait on other people forever.

 

[CDNCA]

Just got back from a 7 day family trip to WDW. Business trip in May to SanFrancisco. Son has exams, so family can not join me. Conference ends Thursday at lunch. Am I catching a flight so I can spend Friday and Saturday at Disneyland alone? Of course I am. Family is jealous, but, I get to see World of Colour.

Be there May 13/14.

 

[nurse.darcy]

Like I said before, I don't give a rats behind what other people think. I love my solo trips and my trips where I run into total strangers (my family thinks this one is crazy stupid) and my planned solo trips that turn into group dismeets. I guess I am just wired to not really care what other people think.

 

[Betsyp]

I completely agree. This July may be my first solo trip. My close friends who I consider traveling with are at the age where they aren't stable enough to afford a trip (college students) or they aren't "into" the whole disney thing

so, I think I will take my own trip

Good for you!

 

[Betsyp]

I have this same theory on my life in general. I'm in my 30's and single (dating but single). I was in VA visiting a friend for her baby shower and I got a little lost driving home after, in the dark. I was on the phone with my mom and she said that she hates I go places all alone. My response was "Mom, I'm single, if I didn't go anywhere because I didn't want to be alone, I'd never go anywhere!"

Of course I would prefer to have a significant other, and I would love to go to WDW with my Mr. Right, but it hasn't happened yet. I see no problem with people taking solo trips. You can't wait on other people forever.

I think your mom was just worried about you being alone in the dark, but I love your attitude, lol. I sometimes go away with my parents and I love it, but I'm fine on my own - it's been so long since I've been to Disney that, this time, I don't want to share it with anyone!

 

[ocean134]

I think your mom was just worried about you being alone in the dark, but I love your attitude, lol. I sometimes go away with my parents and I love it, but I'm fine on my own - it's been so long since I've been to Disney that, this time, I don't want to share it with anyone!

Thank you for your comment! And yes, my mom always worries! LOL She was worried about me driving in the dark and the fact that I missed my exit. But, it's true, I try to live my life...no point on putting everything on hold! Life is too short, I want to do the things I want to do...attached or single.

 

[stitches of laughter]

Thank you for your comment! And yes, my mom always worries! LOL She was worried about me driving in the dark and the fact that I missed my exit. But, it's true, I try to live my life...no point on putting everything on hold! Life is too short, I want to do the things I want to do...attached or single.

that's the funny thing, I have gone with my mother & one of my close friends before ( I've never traveled to the world with anyone else) and with both of them I always find myself still swooning to the idea of one day going with my own prince, you know? I know it sounds silly, but that is eventually my wish to find someone to share the world with.
until then,

I will conquer it myself!