Solo Trips

[ASFCurly]

So I was talking to some people at work about how excited I was for my solo trip in May and they just couldn't understand why I would want to go on vacation by myself, let alone WDW. Not only will they not go on vacation by themselves, they won't even do things like going to a movie by themselves, one guy won't even watch a movie at home by himself. I tried really hard to explain why I would want to go by myself and the fact that I am really excited and they just don't get it.

 

[Simba's Mom]

I know-I get the exact same reaction at my job. One time though I really shut people up! This coworker couldn't understand at all! She asked, "So what do you do there? I mean, so you ride the rides by yourself?" She was real sarcastic, like I'd be crazy to do it. So I said "Oh, yes! And I can't wait to ride Dumbo!" I guess she decided then that I was just hopeless.

 

[ASFCurly]

one of the comments I got was about how they wouldn't want to be on the ride with someone they didn't know, I was like, but you end up that way sometimes even if you go with people.

 

[cassie]

My family doesn't get it either. It's enough for me that I get excited to plan my solo trips. Three times down & I still have much to see & do.


PS....I go on the rides myself

 

[nativetxn]

It's their loss. I have people act all shocked when they find out that I'm going to WDW solo (<b>again</b>)

They don't get it but I do! That's all that matters isn't it? Enjoy your solo trip and don't worry about the boring people who don't "get it"

 

[jwill]

I am taking my first solo trip in Dec and I got alot of the same questions that you all did. I'm not sure how I am going to like it but it is something I want to try. Hopefully I will enjoy it, I think I will. During my trip in July with family I spent some time alone in trying to see if I would enjoy it. It was nice to linger in areas of interest to me without having someone rushing you. I did however feel a little self-conscious but I think it will wear off. It takes a strong person to go alone and the people that don't understand are not self-confident enough to even try this. I'm not saying that everyone should do this, just don't knock those who have the confidence to do it.

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[Pugsley]

You come into this world alone and go out of it alone. Why is it that some people just can’t stand to be alone? Why is a ride or a meal or a show different because you’re not sitting next to someone you know? Yes, it’s nice to be able to share things with someone you care about. I do wish I had someone to go with, but I don’t. So what am I supposed to do… never go anywhere? I think those of us who travel alone should be proud of our independence and self-confidence. I think most of my friends and family admire and even envy my willingness to do things alone. As far as people who don’t understand me or feel sorry for me, that’s their prerogative. Frankly, I feel sorry for people who aren’t able to enjoy their own company.

 

[cassie]

Nicely said Pugsley. I'm very shy, but proud of myself for going solo. I really enjoy it.

 

[HugsForEeyore]

Pugsley said:

Yes, it’s nice to be able to share things with someone you care about. I do wish I had someone to go with, but I don’t. So what am I supposed to do… never go anywhere?

I totally agree that one should just get out there and go, and not wait for others!! I have done three solo trips to WDW. Before that, I went through the phase of paying for family members to come with me so I won't be alone. And I make less money than the members who I paid to come! I realized I can't do that all the time, so now I go solo! I admit, I had a few problems on my last trip which was made worse by being solo (annoying stuff like locking myself out of my room, getting yelled at by Blizzard Beach CM's - long story there ) but I am considering another solo trip in January. I would never go anywhere if I did not venture out solo! I also get tired of waiting for friends/family to decide if they want to come. So now I just go!

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[Pugsley]

Thanks Cassie! Hugs, I agree with you about the frustration of waiting for people to decide whether they want to go with you, etc. I’ve gotten so spoiled by going alone that I’m not very patient about having to negotiate when to go, where to stay, what to spend, where to eat, etc. I love being able to do whatever I want to do. Also, I’m so excited and energized when I’m there that it’s hard for the average person to keep up with me! I’ve gone with several people and I think I actually prefer going alone.

 

[vcasey]

While I'll admit I've never taken a COMPLETELY solo trip (I'm a single mom and DD would be so jealous if I left her behind). I completely understand the desire and reason to do it. I've taken many trips, some just DD and myself, others with family and friends. The trips with family and friends always have some element of stress (don't get me wrong I LOVE those trips too) but I love the freedom to go where I please, when I please, eat where and when I want etc. And not be concerned of frustrating or hurting anyone. Plus I love by passing those long lines on the attractions that have special single rider lines too!

 

[CarolA]

My theory is that people who won't do ANYTHING solo have a self image problem. I mean the guy won't even watch a movie in his house alone!!!! What is he afraid of, getting to know himself?

I have traveled solo to Europe twice and want to go again. My long-term (over a decade) boyfriend is much more of a homebody than I am, so he gives me a kiss and puts me on the plane!

I have done Disney solo more times than I can count. (above boyfriend refuses to even give it a shot). I have also done it with friends and have done DISCON. I enjoy all of them.

 

[DocRafiki]

Geez, don't they realize that EVERYONE rides Space Mountain alone?

And do you really need to be talking during a show, or do they just feel the NEED to have another body sitting next to them? Well, at WDW, it's pretty much a given that there will be someone sitting next to you at a show. If it bothers you so much, pretend that the stranger next to you is your friend.

Eating alone -- I can't do table-service. I just don't have anything occupying my attention. Meals are social events.

I can't believe someone wouldn't watch a movie at home by themselves, unless they just don't like movies much.