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[UrsulasShadow]

Just curious, but how do people enjoy solo trips? I could, MAYBE, see going to a park for one day. But muliple days?

It's weird, because if you told me you back packed through Europe by yourself, I'd be like, "WOW, that's so impressive."

But something about going to WDW by yourself...roaming those big massive parks alone...going on rides and watching parades and eating alone...something about that just seems...not fun whatsoever and utterly, utterly lonely. And this is coming from an only child who is used to and quite comfortable with being alone.

Maybe it is because you were an only child that you can't see what fun it might be to NOT share your toys with the other children! LOL, no, really, my alone time is never lonely. Like others have said, I can use this time to meet other people, or I can use this time to do what I want. In WDW, how alone are you, really? I admit, when I get back to my room at night, just as I'm settling in, I feel the urge to call home and share my latest adventures, but at the risk of making everyone jealous. Not that they wanted to come, mind you...

 

[MainStMandy]

Maybe it is because you were an only child that you can't see what fun it might be to NOT share your toys with the other children!

Haha exactly...

And don't knock it till you tried it!!

 

[ANTSS2001]

Just curious, but how do people enjoy solo trips? I could, MAYBE, see going to a park for one day. But muliple days?

It's weird, because if you told me you back packed through Europe by yourself, I'd be like, "WOW, that's so impressive."

But something about going to WDW by yourself...roaming those big massive parks alone...going on rides and watching parades and eating alone...something about that just seems...not fun whatsoever and utterly, utterly lonely. And this is coming from an only child who is used to and quite comfortable with being alone.

love love love solo trip... since this is really my alone time with my friends... friends I have met and goign to meet at the my neck of the Woods WDW and the best part is it always start fresh... exciting and ends with alot of fun love and new beginnings! You should try it!!!

 

[PacMan3000]

I hear you guys. If you are meeting people in WDW and having fun together, then I understand.

I suppose, though, I'm confused about the idea of "you can do what you want." Why do you say that? Do you often go to WDW with people who have extreme opposite ideas than you? I figure if, say, you want to go on RnR, and your partner doesn't, you could just get a fast pass and meet them back in 30 mins. So I don't fully understand that.

I also think if you go to WDW truly solo...with no intention of meeting other solo travelers off a site like this, something about that seems....odd, lol. I am not knocking it at all, but something about being in that big massive park seems lonely, even amongst millions of people. I think maybe it's because you wouldn't have anyone to share the experience of a ride with. Or a parade. Or someone to turn to and say, "OK, so where to next?" or "Wasn't that amazing?!"

Or someone to quickly take your photo. Or to talk to for twenty mins when you feel it's time to take a break. All kinds of things like that, you know?

 

[yearbook50]

Guess I'm odd.

I like it.

 

[MainStMandy]

I hear you guys. If you are meeting people in WDW and having fun together, then I understand.

I suppose, though, I'm confused about the idea of "you can do what you want." Why do you say that? Do you often go to WDW with people who have extreme opposite ideas than you? I figure if, say, you want to go on RnR, and your partner doesn't, you could just get a fast pass and meet them back in 30 mins. So I don't fully understand that.

I also think if you go to WDW truly solo...with no intention of meeting other solo travelers off a site like this, something about that seems....odd, lol. I am not knocking it at all, but something about being in that big massive park seems lonely, even amongst millions of people. I think maybe it's because you wouldn't have anyone to share the experience of a ride with. Or a parade. Or someone to turn to and say, "OK, so where to next?" or "Wasn't that amazing?!"

Or someone to quickly take your photo. Or to talk to for twenty mins when you feel it's time to take a break. All kinds of things like that, you know?

To each their own I guess. My brother also finds it odd that I am traveling to WDW alone.

And yes, the people I have traveled with in the past do not enjoy going to Disney and if they do, they have VERY different opinions of how I travel. I currently have no significant other (my exhusband was great about going to Disney with me...probably the only thing we did well together), so I choose to go alone. I have no problem with it, and it appears there are quite a few others who feel the same.

 

[UrsulasShadow]

I also think if you go to WDW truly solo...with no intention of meeting other solo travelers off a site like this, something about that seems....odd, lol. I am not knocking it at all, but something about being in that big massive park seems lonely, even amongst millions of people. I think maybe it's because you wouldn't have anyone to share the experience of a ride with. Or a parade. Or someone to turn to and say, "OK, so where to next?" or "Wasn't that amazing?!"

Or someone to quickly take your photo. Or to talk to for twenty mins when you feel it's time to take a break. All kinds of things like that, you know?

There are people in the world that don't need validation from other people to know they are enjoying themselves, that don't need to bounce ideas off of other people. People that don't need to "share" a good time in order to have a good time. I'm one of those. I sometimes like to share experiences, but many times I feel as though I enjoy them more if I don't have someone by my side saying, "meh, it was okay". It takes away from my enjoyment.

It's okay if you're the type of person that enjoys sharing all of life's experiences with someone. I'm not that person. I don't understand how someone needs to be with someone all the time. That would honestly drive me crazy. Thank goodness there's room on this planet for both types.

 

[PacMan3000]

There are people in the world that don't need validation from other people to know they are enjoying themselves, that don't need to bounce ideas off of other people. People that don't need to "share" a good time in order to have a good time. I'm one of those. I sometimes like to share experiences, but many times I feel as though I enjoy them more if I don't have someone by my side saying, "meh, it was okay". It takes away from my enjoyment.

It's okay if you're the type of person that enjoys sharing all of life's experiences with someone. I'm not that person. I don't understand how someone needs to be with someone all the time. That would honestly drive me crazy. Thank goodness there's room on this planet for both types.

Well, like I said before, I'm an only child, so I am quite used to being by myself in general, and in many facets of life, really. But, there's something about the concept of Disney World that makes me feel that it wouldn't be as enjoyable by yourself. If it is, more power to you.

 

[Disneyfan63]

Hi,

PacMan, you raise some valid points. It is difficult sometimes to not have someone with whom you can share ideas, opinions, and experiences. Like Mandy, I have no significant other--haven't had one since November 21, 2005 despite a couple of strong friendships with women near my home, and despite two failed attempts at long distance relationships with women from this site--but can still have fun by myself, even at Disney. The reason is that not only am I easily amused, like you I am quite used to being by myself. Also, to paraphrase Ursula'sShadow, because I'm not with anyone, my enjoyment of our favorite place's attractions isn't dampened by someone's unenjoyment of same.

Jim

 

[1bigwdwfan]

I will be traveling to WDW October 29-Nov 3. Hanging out at the Halloween party on the 31st. It's always nice to meet new people!! Let me know.

 

[lassiem1127]

I've always been curious about travelling to DW alone.....I'm going solo for the first time Oct 21st-25th. I was supposed to travel there in September, but had to change plans due to work. I'm not as leary about it now since I traveled for 6 weeks around Chicago for work by myself. I'm just gonna bring a good book to read when I'm at the resteraunts and will enjoy just taking my time....I really enjoyed touring Chicago by myself...see everything at my own pace....that's really nice. I do feel a little guilty though considering my son is gonna be in school...but I'll get over it.

 

[1bigwdwfan]

I love going to WDW by myself. You get to do what ever you want to. There's no whining, coplaining. If you want to ride "it's a small world" ten times in a row, no one is going to stop you. It's a more relaxed vacation.

 

[fakereadhed]

If you want to ride "it's a small world" ten times in a row, no one is going to stop you.

I'm not sure if that is really a selling point. I would want someone to stop me...

 

[1bigwdwfan]

I'm not sure if that is really a selling point. I would want someone to stop me...

Well, yes that's true. I would want someone to shake sense into me. I was mearly making a point. I suppose I could have said "The Tower of Terror" instead. I rode Kali River Rapids 4 times in a row in the rain. No one else wanted to get on, so the Cast Memebers let me stay on.

 

[PennConn]

I love going to WDW by myself. You get to do what ever you want to. There's no whining, coplaining. If you want to ride "it's a small world" ten times in a row, no one is going to stop you. It's a more relaxed vacation.

Well I haven't been on IASW 10 times in a row, but I've been on it THREE times in a row! But then again, I'm probably the only person in the entire World who fails to see what the big deal about Soarin' is LOL

 

[yearbook50]

Well I haven't been on IASW 10 times in a row, but I've been on it THREE times in a row! But then again, I'm probably the only person in the entire World who fails to see what the big deal about Soarin' is LOL

haha....my fiance is right with you. He didn't get the ride. I agree with him. (I'm more a Mission:Space Lover)

However, we know his parents and grandmother will enjoy the ride so we plan on doing it a few times come February before the wedding

 

[english rose 47]

I love Soarin" It's so relaxing and not a roller coaster which I hate!!

 

[PennConn]

I also think if you go to WDW truly solo...with no intention of meeting other solo travelers off a site like this, something about that seems....odd, lol. I am not knocking it at all, but something about being in that big massive park seems lonely, even amongst millions of people. I think maybe it's because you wouldn't have anyone to share the experience of a ride with. Or a parade. Or someone to turn to and say, "OK, so where to next?" or "Wasn't that amazing?!"
Or someone to quickly take your photo. Or to talk to for twenty mins when you feel it's time to take a break. All kinds of things like that, you know?

Pac Man

You almost make it sound like going to WDW Solo is something we have to apologize for (I'm sure that's not your intention, but it could be interpreted that way)

 

[Colette]

I think that some people just don't how to do things alone and aren't comfortable meeting and making new friends, like we are going to do in December. I look so forward to meeting all of you and having good company for dinners and park travels, but have also alloted some alone time, for shopping or whatever, because that's important to me, also. It doesn't make me antisocial or weird or pathetic-don't knock it until you try it-maybe some of will remain friends for life-how nice is that? Some of us are becoming friends before we even go........

 

[PennConn]

I think that some people just don't how to do things alone and aren't comfortable meeting and making new friends, like we are going to do in December. I look so forward to meeting all of you and having good company for dinners and park travels, but have also alloted some alone time, for shopping or whatever, because that's important to me, also. It doesn't make me antisocial or weird or pathetic-don't knock it until you try it-maybe some of will remain friends for life-how nice is that? Some of us are becoming friends before we even go........

Well Colette if I can't spend every waking moment with you, I'm not going! LOL