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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

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So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

I love it.

It's a chance to switch off, to explore things on my terms and eat when I want and do what I want. Don't get me wrong, I love going away with others but I like that chance to recharge and just be me.

In the past people have said "Oh it would have been so much better to share that with you etc" and while it's a nice sentiment, I think I'd rather just have that time to me. Hence me booking Italy (albeit not quite solo).

Enjoy Tenerife OP! If you work out what you'd like to do whilst there, even if you're alone you can make the most out of it and enjoy it.

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By *hrek101Man
over a year ago

Herts

Yes and I loved it

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By *inister_SpinsterWoman
over a year ago

Manchester(ish).

I love travelling alone.

Have a great holiday.

Doing what you please, when you please.

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By *eyond PurityCouple
over a year ago

Lincolnshire

I went abroad by myself and loved the freedom to do what I wanted when I wanted.

Yes, there were random moments where I wished I had someone to share that moment with me but mostly I loved the freedom to explore.

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

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"I love it.

It's a chance to switch off, to explore things on my terms and eat when I want and do what I want. Don't get me wrong, I love going away with others but I like that chance to recharge and just be me.

Enjoy Tenerife OP! If you work out what you'd like to do whilst there, even if you're alone you can make the most out of it and enjoy it.

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iv not bin abroad for 23 yrs for one reason or another. Since bein diagnosed with fybromyalgia I feel I'm losin myself so want to go away to just relax by the pool

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

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"I went abroad by myself and loved the freedom to do what I wanted when I wanted.

Yes, there were random moments where I wished I had someone to share that moment with me but mostly I loved the freedom to explore.

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iv never bin away by myself I just need a break time to recharge n just look after me

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"I love travelling alone.

Have a great holiday.

Doing what you please, when you please. "
never done it before

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love it, enjoy OP

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester

"So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company "
since i split with girlfriend I've been to Lanzarote for a month and to Dorset maybe 10 or 11 times I'm happy in my own company

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Travelled alone yrs ago and would love to go somewhere now but I'm too wary. Dunno if its age or things are more risky but I just cant do it

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By *wist my nipplesCouple
over a year ago

North East Scotland, mostly

Love it! The freedom. Not having to consider anyone else. It's brilliant

Mrs TMN x

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By *orksguy1965Man
over a year ago

Howden

Done it a few times but only in this country. Loved it nice to switch off from everyday routine and chill.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I often travel abroad alone. Its amazing. I truly love it.

The peace, the freedom, doing whatever you like. I often find I'm treated much nicer and served much faster as a lone female. Also I usually make more holiday friends, probably because I go out of my way to chat with people. Big bed all to myself, bliss.

Mrs C

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

I'm trying to encourage my dad to go on a coach trip alone. I've said there will be sure to be friendly people eager to chat.

Has anybody any experience of this?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I go away by myself lot I meet people fir company

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By *andycandy88Woman
over a year ago

Northolt

I've never done it for a holiday purpose but its definitely my plan and I can't wait.

I have friends that put on party weekenders away and I don't plan to organise travelling with and staying with friends in the same hotel or apartment.

Never been a follower to go where the crowd wants to go

Enjoy OP deep breaths take magazines or books that you like so while you are there you will still have something from home with you

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Been to the Midlands on my own. Met up with best mate so no biggie. Would not holiday fully on my own though.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

Not something I would ever do but others do and love it.

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By *rMrsBrightsideCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle

It’s something I really want to try. Maybe 3/4 days somewhere abroad. I’m confident travelling on my own so that doesn’t bother me but I’ve never actually had that much time on my own.

I just love the idea of being able to do what I want and when I want with no plans or schedule. We just had a two week family holiday abroad with a teen and a tween. I didn’t find it at all relaxing as we were trying to keep everyone happy.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Travelled many times alone for work but never been on holiday alone. Can’t bring myself to do it.

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By *omethingDifferent4FunWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh-ish

"I love travelling alone.

Have a great holiday.

Doing what you please, when you please. "

This! It's lovely sharing experiences with friends/family but also a luxury to do what you want, when you want on your own sometimes.

Have a lovely relaxing holiday and enjoy it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I love travelling alone.. I scope out the place I’m

Visiting before I go and surrounding area. And make a plan on what I want to see.

The beauty of travelling alone is you are doing it at your pace. Relax and enjoy seeing how your mood takes you

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

"I love it.

It's a chance to switch off, to explore things on my terms and eat when I want and do what I want. Don't get me wrong, I love going away with others but I like that chance to recharge and just be me.

Enjoy Tenerife OP! If you work out what you'd like to do whilst there, even if you're alone you can make the most out of it and enjoy it.

iv not bin abroad for 23 yrs for one reason or another. Since bein diagnosed with fybromyalgia I feel I'm losin myself so want to go away to just relax by the pool "

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

Delightful Bliss

If you are all inclusive, be cautious who you tell you are alone, as multiple older people kept feeling sorry for me and tried to include me, into things I didn't want to do. It soured the holiday somewhat having to either avoid them or keeping saying no thank you to them

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By *he Silver FuxMan
over a year ago

Uttoxeter

I’ve found that I engage more with others whilst travelling alone (they approach me and I make more effort to engage others) because travelling as a couple makes you more insular and happier in just that company, also others don’t feel quite the same way about including a couple as they would do a single travelling alone, there’s more sympathy for being alone, strangers empathy and protective feelings and want to strike up a conversation to be inclusive..

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"I love travelling alone.

Have a great holiday.

Doing what you please, when you please.

This! It's lovely sharing experiences with friends/family but also a luxury to do what you want, when you want on your own sometimes.

Have a lovely relaxing holiday and enjoy it!

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I know iv never done it before but I am need of goin away

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"I love it.

It's a chance to switch off, to explore things on my terms and eat when I want and do what I want. Don't get me wrong, I love going away with others but I like that chance to recharge and just be me.

Enjoy Tenerife OP! If you work out what you'd like to do whilst there, even if you're alone you can make the most out of it and enjoy it.

iv not bin abroad for 23 yrs for one reason or another. Since bein diagnosed with fybromyalgia I feel I'm losin myself so want to go away to just relax by the pool

So do that. You can only do that if that's what you want to do - it's the joy of solo travelling. Whatever happens OP, whether you're solo or with others, I hope you're able to make the most of your holiday, x"
thankyou. Il be nervous flying by myself as not a lover of flying but I just need a break

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"If you are all inclusive, be cautious who you tell you are alone, as multiple older people kept feeling sorry for me and tried to include me, into things I didn't want to do. It soured the holiday somewhat having to either avoid them or keeping saying no thank you to them

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no I'm goin self catering my friend offered me the use of their apartment n I jumped at the chance

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By *ddkkk91Man
over a year ago

fife

I love it.. I used to travel for work and didnt know anyone.

Loved my own company and you always meet people.

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"I’ve found that I engage more with others whilst travelling alone (they approach me and I make more effort to engage others) because travelling as a couple makes you more insular and happier in just that company, also others don’t feel quite the same way about including a couple as they would do a single travelling alone, there’s more sympathy for being alone, strangers empathy and protective feelings and want to strike up a conversation to be inclusive.."
I love chatting with people so hopefully I will be ok

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

Nothing to it. Just take care of yourself and enjoy. Just make sure you don't come back with an umwanted time share

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By *carlett 44 OP Woman
over a year ago

bootle

"Nothing to it. Just take care of yourself and enjoy. Just make sure you don't come back with an umwanted time share

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I mite do a Shirley valentine n not come back lol

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

"Nothing to it. Just take care of yourself and enjoy. Just make sure you don't come back with an umwanted time share

I mite do a Shirley valentine n not come back lol"

Well I hope you find your local dude

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By *d4fun73Man
over a year ago

Shipley

I wish I could summon the courage to do it!

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By *ean counterMan
over a year ago

Kettering

I'm thinking about doing it next month but how do apply sun tan lotion to that area between your shoulder blades when you are on your own ??

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By *omethingDifferent4FunWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh-ish

"I'm thinking about doing it next month but how do apply sun tan lotion to that area between your shoulder blades when you are on your own ??

Get a back tanning mitt!

It's kinda like a long scarf with handles either end and used to get fake tan on hard to reach back bits, but should work just as well with sun cream!

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

"I wish I could summon the courage to do it! "

You seem confident enough from your profile. I am dure it will not be an issie though of course you only know how you feel

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By *each Bum 99Man
over a year ago

Manchester,Chorlton

I have been going on holiday on my own for quite a few years now.

First time was a mistake as my mate had to pull out.

So I had two weeks in Bulgaria.

Really didn’t know what to expect having not been there before.

I found that I loved it.

The freedom to do what you want.

None of this”what are we doing today,where are we going to eat ect”

I just love the freedom of being on my own and just exploring.

And I came across a nudist beach and just went for it and fell in love with that.

Not sure I would have done it if I was with someone.

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By *lowingMan
over a year ago

Warrington

The company I choose is solidly singular

Totally trustworthy, straight and sincere

Polished, experienced, witty and charming…. This company is my own (Derek Dick)

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By *d4fun73Man
over a year ago

Shipley

"I wish I could summon the courage to do it!

You seem confident enough from your profile. I am dure it will not be an issie though of course you only know how you feel

I think the problem is just getting off my arse to do it once I'm somewhere I'm sure I would be fine.

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

"I wish I could summon the courage to do it!

You seem confident enough from your profile. I am dure it will not be an issie though of course you only know how you feel

I think the problem is just getting off my arse to do it once I'm somewhere I'm sure I would be fine."

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company "

I have been away on my own 3 times, each time was to spend a week in Spain, learning more language and culture through courses run by various universities. I met and made friends with people from around the world, who came on the subsequent courses too, and so I've acquired a multinational set of friends and acquaintances. I really enjoyed my weeks away on my own, I was always busy and always had company, if I wanted it.

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By *obilebottomMan
over a year ago

All over

"So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company

I enjoyed your travelogue

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By *ean counterMan
over a year ago

Kettering

"I'm thinking about doing it next month but how do apply sun tan lotion to that area between your shoulder blades when you are on your own ??

Get a back tanning mitt!

It's kinda like a long scarf with handles either end and used to get fake tan on hard to reach back bits, but should work just as well with sun cream!

Well you learn something new every day

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

I like being alone occasionally. Just sent the other half away so I can have the house to myself.

Enjoy your holiday OP

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester

"I'm trying to encourage my dad to go on a coach trip alone. I've said there will be sure to be friendly people eager to chat.

Has anybody any experience of this?"
coach parties come to Torquay all the time and some people travel alone, the older generation are more inclusive of others i think, he'd have a great time

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I used to always travel alone, gave me more options on what to do with my time and where to go.

Did a couple of coach tours as well though sometimes had to pay extra. Usually found someone on the coach to talk to.

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford

I go on the coach trips alone as feel safe and looked after right to the hotel and included excursions everyday and evening entertainment! And I'm a pensioner so it's perfect for me x

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By *ostindreamsMan
over a year ago

London

Have been travelling alone at least 2 times every year for 5 years now.

Pros:

- You can plan the itinerary for yourself and cover all the places you are personally interested in

- Planning is made easier as you don't have to align holidays and work with others

- Gives you a lot of time to just forget everything and immerse in the place you are in

- Just randomly walk into any places to visit or to eat when you feel like it

- Solitude can be helpful especially of you are working in a high stress bureaucratic job

Cons:

- Loneliness does hit you once in awhile

- If you are not willing to stay in hostels, it is more expensive per person. After a age, I couldn't handle the idea of staying in a hostel with strangers. So the trips are now more expensive.

- Trips can get stressful if you also have to drive. I personally don't drive and prefer public transport or going on a group day trips which makes the trips even more expensive.

- Depending on where you go, safety can be a concern though.

You can get around some of the cons though. Avoid going to the room until it's time to sleep. Being in the room is when you feel most lonely. Keep your daily itinerary posted to someone you trust for safety.

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By *d4fun73Man
over a year ago

Shipley

Shame there's not a 18-30s holiday equivalent for the over 50s!?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Shame there's not a 18-30s holiday equivalent for the over 50s!?"

Saga holidays

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By *TinyDelight-Woman
over a year ago

City Centre

"So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company "

I think everyone should experience travelling and holidaying alone at least once in their lifetime. It's actually quite liberating and as much as we're led to believe the world is an awful place there's an abundance of kindness to be found travelling solo.

You'll move at your own pace and do things in your own time. I'm sure in Tenerife you'll strike up a few friendships too if you're open to it.

I enjoy it, many do, so take the leap.

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By *rimson_RoseWoman
over a year ago

Tamworth

I have in the past and no doubt will again. I’ve been to various beach type holidays on my own and 2 weeks in Japan. I loved it - no one to please but myself.

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By *mber81Woman
over a year ago

Lives in Preston, Eng

"So iv not bin away for yrs now n I am finally goin away in 4 wks to Tenerife. I maybe goin alone. Just wondered how many of you go away by urself . Do u enjoy it or miss havin company "

I have travelled and been on holiday many times with people and alone.

When alone there are the occasional times that I wish I was sharing something with someone.

When with person or people it fluctuates between occasionally wishing I was alone to wanting to kill everyone and never travel again with any one ever again.

So on balance travel alone is very good.

Remember travel and holidays alone doesn't have to be lonely . You can meet people and talk to them while there.

Have an amazing time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I'm trying to encourage my dad to go on a coach trip alone. I've said there will be sure to be friendly people eager to chat.

Has anybody any experience of this?"

My grandad used to do coach trips. He always made friends. He had some great fun on the trips.

When I was in Vietnam I did a 3 days cruise and pretty much the rest of my boat was an OAP tour group. They had all become friends on their trip, most of them were single but by the time I met them, you would have thought they were life long friends.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ahh Op, I love travelling alone. I was forced to last year when I became single again. And swore I wouldn't let that hold me back. I've come back from a wonderful week in Ibiza recently. Hired a car, toured the island. I'm a big people watcher, so eating out etc doesn't bother me.

I'm off to Barcelona for a city break soon. Its pushing me outside my comfort zone. But that's what makes life exciting! Go for it!

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By *antra MassageMan
over a year ago

South Side.

I love solo holidays. I like the peace of it. I often combine a solo holiday with a training course, or massage workshop. Its a great way to meet people from your host country, and also be alone on my adventures .

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