"Are you traveling alone?" How I answer this solo travel question.

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@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Have you solo traveled? If so, what do you normally say when people ask if you’re traveling alone? Let what you say in the comments. 💕Thank you for watching!

@oliviatrelles Жыл бұрын

I can find myself tongue tied when forced to lie on the spot if a situation goes sideways or I just feel it’s off. My solution has been to choose one of two paths, first is to stick close to the truth but modify the details. An example would be to say I’m meeting a tour in 15 minutes but that tour isn’t technically for a few days. The second path you touched on is to answer a question with a question. So if I’m asked if I’m traveling solo I will ask random questions as a reply and I often think most people assume I didn’t hear them and they tend to move on. The people that don’t move on can be a be a big red flag and I get outta there fast and I’m not at all concerned about being rude. I will say that after I stopped dying my hair to cover up my salt and pepper, this happens a lot less. I know for some that might seem depressing but I choose to see it as a silver lining.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this!! I love this so much!! This is fantastic. I love what you said about sticking as close to the truth as possible and answering a question with a question. Good call on the fact that those that don’t move on…🚩🚩🚩Thank you so much for sharing! 💕

@aninduvialwithagoodheart Жыл бұрын

Well one can always kind of skirt around the question too which works for me when someone asks "oh are you alone",say not at the moment or you can say im waiting on someone now its not really a lie because eventually we all wait for someone regardless of now or later but gut trusting is key and no one owes anyone any answer. Safe travels to all!

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

So true! Love this response. Thank you for sharing! Safe travels to you. 💕

@PulpParadise 10 ай бұрын

LOL, "not at the moment." Now that's the truth!

@lindab5789 Жыл бұрын

Good video. Your point about keeping your guard up is very important. Some people are quite good at being 'disarming' and making you fell comfortable. Don't be totally trusting.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Yesss!!! Sometimes it's a manipulation tactic! I totally agree! 💕

@pookyevildoer 9 ай бұрын

I so appreciate these videos on solo travel. Please keep doing them! I love travel, but as a single woman, I can get in my head about whether I should take certain trips out of fear. This is really great to educate and reassure. ❤

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

I totally understand that. I do the same. Thank you for watching! I’m so glad they’ve been encouraging! 💕

@cynthiagreene9013 Жыл бұрын

Great question and fabulous answer. I go through the same thought process when answering this question when asked. I usually cruise solo but I spend a few days sightseeing in the departure city. On the ship I usually answer yes because most often it is a genuine curiosity question and the situation feels safe. Other places I will answer no and make something up. Most important I go with my gut instincts. If my no no meter tingles I trust it.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Hi Cynthia!! Absolutely, 💯! Our gut will usually steer us in the right direction. Staying alert and looking out for our safety is the best thing we can do. ❤️❤️

@patriciateague8677 Жыл бұрын

I am just beginning to solo travel and am quite nervous about it. My first trip is in November. It is with a group but but you are essentially on your own. I think just saying you are traveling with a group regardless may be a good response. Even in more formal group trips you have free time away from the group so that wouldn't be unusual.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Oh that’s exciting! I hope you meet some friends on the trip. I hope you have a great time! So excited for you! 🎉🎉You got this! ❤️

@arianita9703 Жыл бұрын

Hey, thank you so much for this video! I am 20 and am solo travelling to Italy in a couple of weeks and wasn't sure how to answer that question, especially when it is obvious that I am by myself. But this video has made me feel much more comfortable and has given me some great ideas! 😊

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Hi there! Oh I’m so happy for you! I’m glad this video was helpful. Have so much fun, trust your gut and enjoy yourself! 💕Safe travels!

@sherunswithscissors Жыл бұрын

Invent a boyfriend back at the hotel 😉.

@PulpParadise 10 ай бұрын

@@sherunswithscissors (I love your handle!) You can also talk about meeting your friend(s) / boyfriend "in a few minutes." Maybe even pretend to get a text, then "have to go" after "reading" it.

@leslierb3484 Жыл бұрын

This was such a great topic. I just started my solo travel journeys...first was in a group to Spain/Portugal. I felt more comfortable traveling in a group with other couples & solo travelers and with a tour guide that made sure we were all accounted for when getting on the tour bus each day, going to dinner together and making sure we all left on time for traveling to the next city. My next trip will be on a cruise for 7 days...all of these recommendations are so wonderful to keep in mind for my safety. Thank you for sharing your experiences. 🙏🤗💞

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

I love this!! Group trips can be so great. And like you said, it’s nice to have other people that are watching out for you and are accountable for you and you for them. Have so much fun on your cruise! I want to take a cruise soon too. Thank you for watching! 💕

@leslierb3484 Жыл бұрын

@KRodCollective Awesome! I watched several of your videos b/4 I took my European trip. So helpful...you inspired me to feel confident that I could solo travel and enjoy doing things by myself and meeting new people. ✨️ 🙏🤗

@katfran492 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing all of these ideas. I’ve been solo traveling off and on for 20 years, I definitely learned to trust my gut. Now that I am in my 50s, I tend to be invisible to people. The only ones who approach me are women. It’s usually to take their picture or to protect them. I’m 6 feet tall and plus size, so I make a good protector.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

I get this! ❣It's so interesting how travel changes as time goes on and how we travel and how we are viewed changes too. Thank you for sharing this and thank you for protecting other women! You are amazing! Thank you also for sharing all of your experiences and tips with us! ❤❤

@syoungb 3 ай бұрын

It’s been 5 decades since I traveled in Europe alone and I think the world is a bit more frightening that it was then. During my solo travels I almost always spent hours or days sharing adventurers with other travelers (some solo, some couples or single companions). That was part of the joy of seeing new places and meeting new people.

@KRodCollective 2 ай бұрын

I love this! Yes, you are right. The people you meet along the way are part of the joy. I have had the best meals and most interesting converstations with the other travlers that I've met. 💕

@shrishtisrivastava8465 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking about it a few days ago and here comes your video. Love it. You’re like a personal guide to people. I love all your videos. Thank you for doing the great work. ❤

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

hahahahaha Great minds think alike!! You are so sweet!! Thank you so much for watching! Much love!! ❣️

@beconscious57 Жыл бұрын

Kudos to you, fellow Atlanta Lady. I’m so accustomed to going it alone. Rarely is it a big deal.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Yes!!! ATL!! Yes, I feel the same. 💕

@lukeshlkp Жыл бұрын

Thanks For This Information Love You From India 🇮🇳❤

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Love you back!! Thank you for watching! ❤️

@cavgrey8 3 ай бұрын

You can also say I’m visiting a friend who doesn’t have room for me or I don’t want to inconvenience them.

@KRodCollective 2 ай бұрын

Good idea! Thank you! 💕

@cynthiashearer-ec6gl Жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was very helpful. Im planning a long, solo European trip and these tips will help.

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

Hi Cynthia! Thanks so much for watching! I hope you have a great solo trip. Safe travels to you. 💕

@erinf4712 2 ай бұрын

I started traveling solo at 19 and at 63 I am still solo 90% of the time. I rarely get the question but it is often out of the other person's curiosity. In Europe, it is more often in restaurants as part of the shared table experience. My answer also depends on who is asking and the reason they are asking. Am I on a group tour? If yes, it lets the tour leader know to keep an eye out. If I am on a cruise or train, and a fellow passenger asks, I have always said "Yes, I am traveling solo; it is my preferred way to travel. However, I have a set routine for checking in and everyone home always knows where I am." I may toss in laughing and sarcastic "These days with pins, location settings, air trackers, traffic cameras, doorbell cameras....is anyone of us EVER TRULY ALONE (vocal emphasis). I think the other thing is to not look like a tourist- research what locals wear, learn, and perfect a few phrases before you go so that you can get by as a local in shops, restaurants, and hotels. Secure your person and your belongings, know where you are going before you head out- don't look to your phone for directions- use a wireless Bluetooth earbud, that way you can hear the directions without looking away from your destination. To your point about comments that make you feel looked down on, pitied, or judged, I get it. Sadly, I most encounter these comments from women (married or attached) and it tends to happen on cruises at dinner. I am sitting at a table for two, by the window watching a beautiful sunset with a beverage and Mrs. Judgy at the next table strikes up a conversation and you just know its coming lol. In those moments, my snark is at its best.

@KRodCollective 2 ай бұрын

Yes! Context absolutely matters. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and experience with us! This is such a great comment! Safe travels! 💕

@seesierra 8 ай бұрын

So well structured and helpful!!!!

@KRodCollective 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for watching! Safe travels. 💕

@bloochoob 6 ай бұрын

My bf, my husband , my brother is… or I fake conversation on phones, and say ‘I’ll meet you outside in a few mins’

@KRodCollective 6 ай бұрын

Yes!! Love these! Thank you for sharing! 🎉

@SAGITTARIUS312 7 ай бұрын

Great information. 🙏🏾

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! 💕

@SAGITTARIUS312 7 ай бұрын

@@KRodCollective My pleasure. You’re wonderfully pleasant, charming & informative on your videos. 🙏🏾 You have a new follower ❤️

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

@@SAGITTARIUS312 😭😭Thank you! That’s so sweet! 💕

@SAGITTARIUS312 7 ай бұрын

@@KRodCollective And so TRUE. Carry on…❤️✈️

@persephie6107 4 ай бұрын

If that’s the first thing out their mouths, I say sorry no English. 🤣

@KRodCollective 2 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 Brilliant!

@ellenanthony8017 Жыл бұрын

I foolishly told the nice young man at the kebab shop that I was walking alone to the next town along the river the following morning. Oops. I went to my very safe hotel, pulled the shades, slept very well, and was out of there at 6:30 am, long before the evening-shift restaurant workers are up. Sadly, I'm one of those people who rarely learns from her mistakes. I'm 63 years old. I know myself. I'm sure to make more stupid mistakes in my solo travels to foreigns countries where the only words I know are about food. Hopefully I'll figure my way out of these tricky situations. Also, I'm inclined to panic. :>O

@KRodCollective Жыл бұрын

hahaha I totally understand. I have also made some really silly mistakes. Thankfully we are okay and safe. But we are still learning. 😅