What to do by yourself in parks and resort

[J'aime Paris]

Leaving Sat for YC. DH has a conference. We were supposed to go with a coworker of DH and his wife. Last night the wife had a medical emergency and they are no longer going. (She'll be ok, thank heavens)
So I am on my own until around 5pm each day while DH is at the conference.
We've always done WDW as a family with our daughter, gparents, friends, etc.
It feels weird to be doing it by myself.

I am looking for suggestions from people who have toured solo. What can I do to fill my day, without feeling "awkward"?

TIA!!

 

[jrdgtr]

If your into rides it would be great time to ride test track. You can utilize the single rider line. You could walk around Epcot countries. Go to downtown disney, walk around on the boardwalk. You can explore the different resorts along the monorail. Or you could just walk around any of the parks and people watch. I always go alone, only difference is I am a photographer so I go and occupy myself taking pictures of the street performers at Epcot and Hollywood studios and the different scenes and such around the park.

 

[FLchick415]

WHATEVER YOU WANT! lol

No, but seriously, I was nervous about taking my first solo trip last year, and I loved it. It was much easier to zig zag through the park without worrying about whether or not my traveling party was behind me. I got to do what I wanted, WHEN I wanted, no questions asked.

I skipped some of the more "kiddie" rides, i.e. Barnstormer, Dumbo, etc. but was cool with riding everything else by myself. I thought eating by myself would be the biggest awkward moment, but it wasn't so bad. I'm taking another solo trip in April and I can't wait!

 

[lovelybelle]

I'm a cm and I spend my days off at the parks, usually alone. It's wonderful! It takes all the stress of the day away, you can do anything you want at your own pace! I usually meet characters or just hang out on Main Street. Don't worry about feeling awkward

 

[aaturner]

I have never toured Disney alone, but had the same situation at Universal a few years ago. I found myself shopping and doing lots of shows. I am usually not one to do things alone, feel awkward going to out to eat or to a movie alone. But I had a great time. Watching shows, with everyone in a group, you don't feel alone. I agree with the poster above, doing the World Showcase and shopping would be a great way spend the day alone with out worrying if you were holding up/or losing the group behind. Have a great trip!

 

[khaleesi]

WHATEVER YOU WANT! lol

This!!!!! That's the beauty of going alone. You can do whatever you want, wherever you want.

I am a very shy, self-conscious person. And so much of that completely disappears when I walk through the gates

Enjoy!!! And glad to hear your friend is doing okay!

 

[maganda]

I like to get a snack and sit on a bench to people watch. If there's a group taking pictures nearby I always offer to take one so everybody can be in it. Makes me feel helpful, and I've always appreciated it when others have done the same for my family.

 

[Marionnette]

Leaving Sat for YC. DH has a conference. We were supposed to go with a coworker of DH and his wife. Last night the wife had a medical emergency and they are no longer going. (She'll be ok, thank heavens)
So I am on my own until around 5pm each day while DH is at the conference.
We've always done WDW as a family with our daughter, gparents, friends, etc.
It feels weird to be doing it by myself.

I am looking for suggestions from people who have toured solo. What can I do to fill my day, without feeling "awkward"?

TIA!!

BTTDT a few times. Here are some ideas:

• Hit the parks and ride the attractions alone.
• Watch the parades, take in the shows, people watch while enjoying an icy beverage.
• Schedule a spa appointment.
• Go shopping in Downtown Disney.
• Sleep in. Order room service for lunch.
• Read a book while lounging at the quiet pool.
• Take a walk around Crescent Lake. Check out the other resorts and the Boardwalk area.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Check out the solo board here....

http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=54

 

[mickey1968]

All of the above!!!

I always travel alone and love it! I am an only child, but I first started doing stuff like this by myself when I was in the Disney College Program. My roommates and I never seemed to have time off together so I just went to the parks with no more thought than I would give going to the mall to go shopping by myself.

Your DH might better be careful, you may decide you prefer touring alone!

 

[glvsav37]

shop...go to the boutique shops and look for those little gems that you usually wouldn't with a larger group.

do you like photography? spend a day on an in-park photo safari. taking those odd, artist, unique angle shots you otherwise wouldnt get a chance to capture.

eat...do a sample from different carts and snack stands.

I miss my solo travels....dont get me wrong, traveling with family is very enjoyable, but I love being able to go where the wind takes you

 

[BrianL]

You could play the games, like Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, and the Agent P World Showcase Adventure. Those strike me as more solo attractions anyway.

 

[Luvchefmic]

Don't be shy WDW will never make you feel badly if a solo tourer Only you can do that to yourself I have been to TS meals, character meals, and character M & Gs 1000s of times solo actually pretty awesome interactions if characters are something you love

I treasure the time I can go with family/friends but solo is terrific too The link that was provided above for the solo thread may ease your mind Solos are more common than people may think

 

[J'aime Paris]

Thank you for all the suggestions!!
I feel a spa treatment in the near future!
And shopping....and an adult beverage....and some quality people watching!

Anything at WDW is better than hanging out in chilly WI. We've had quite the winter.

 

[disnut8]

When I traveled solo, I would do things my husband wouldn't want to do. Or favorite things I might want to do with him but if I could do it on my own faster during the day and we might do later, then I would do it on my own.

The classic was when I went on a total solo trip and was walking just outside the Flights of Wonder show with just five minutes until showtime. I had scoffed at this for years thinking it was "just another bird show" but figured I was alone and why not. So I went. It's now a must-do for both of us.

Solo time doesn't mean you are not with your partner. It just means you are doing things on your own. And that can lead to some very special times in the future.

 

[going2disney]

Do the keys to the kingdom tour at MK. It's so worth it! I did it solo a few years back and really enjoyed it.