As an introvert with social anxiety and a big lack of self-confidence, I definitely believe solo traveling would change me for the better! I really feel like I need to do this because I'll have no choice but to get out of my comfort zone every day. I'm planning my first solo trip to Nicaragua and Costa Rica in the beginning of 2023, I'm beyond excited!
@dannitycane25 Жыл бұрын
I feel u. My journey starts in October I'm tryna be optimistic. I thi k it's gonna be the best thing I ever did.
@yorgunsamuray Жыл бұрын
Being also an introvert, during solo travel I turn into a social butterfly. The hostels always have some cool people that you hang out with in the common areas, at the cafe or the bar you go, you can find companions, diners or people working. Back home I'm usually my introvert self though.
@samvohra6992 Жыл бұрын
Have you started your trip yet ?
@MENSA.lady2 Жыл бұрын
OK, have fun. Costa Rica has aggressive beggars, you need to be firm with the. A whack with your walking cane does the job.
@Trooperos909 ай бұрын
Did u?
@Sofraso223 жыл бұрын
I love traveling alone! When I share that at work, my colleagues are like "oh it's so sad" but I enjoy it as much as (if not more) traveling with friends.
@etjulien2 жыл бұрын
It's amazing and fun!!!
@badger14922 жыл бұрын
Yeah, they don't get it. I get the same thing. Do your own thing.
@badger14922 жыл бұрын
When I was 18 my friend and I went on a 3-month backpacking trip around Europe. It changed my life. We had a great time. We planned to go again 2 years later. When it came time to buy tickets, he said he wasn't going. His girlfriend didn't want him to go. At first I was mad. Then I decided...I'm just going alone. Best decision ever. I had an even better time. She is right: you meet more ppl when you are alone. I had ppl let me stay in their houses, take me home so their mom could make me dinner, etc. I don't hesitate to go alone now. I like traveling with my travel partner, too, but am not afraid to go solo. Yes, there may be a few lonely moments, but so what.
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
YAS! So glad you went ahead and had an awesome experience, well done!
@skikuchi2490 Жыл бұрын
"FUCK FRIENDS. Go to that concert by yourself, don't wait on people, do what you want to do, go to that park by yourself, go eat that restaurant you keep saying you want to go, go try all those crazy shits you always wanted to try, don't wait on people.. And if your friends don't want to do it.. Do it anyways" Your video and this quote listed above honestly makes me feel better that I am travelling alone. Am I the only one who thinks solo travelling may be more fun than travelling with friends...yes it can feel lonely, dangerous, and more difficult overall, but making all the 100% decisions by yourself can be fun and challenging at the same time - as you mentioned it really does sharpen intuition. Maybe I really am the only one who thinks solo travel is better, but that may be because I don't have many friends, or truthfully don't have any friends :(
@Bemytravelmuse Жыл бұрын
Hell yeah! Regarding friends, I've met the most incredible, like-minded people while traveling solo. You just need to find your tribe, who is out there looking for you too ;)
@emilyr86682 жыл бұрын
i cant wait to solo travel abroad because the best part of going to cities by myself is that selfishness haha! I love not worrying about what other people in my group want to do, or feel like i need to plan to their needs. i can go home from the museum early, or i can stay late. i can eat 'weirder' food, i can just sit on a bench in a park for an hour if id like! pure bliss
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
WORD. It's gonna be amazing abroad - I find that I am even more myself when I am in a foreign country where nobody knows me.
@SFisher19932 жыл бұрын
I’ve solo traveled many times already, and I always have a blast! 😄 Am I nervous? Maybe slightly, but the excitement towards what I’m about to experience always eclipses that!
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
It's always worth it!
@429766752 жыл бұрын
I found when I solo traveled that you always have to be self motivating which takes energy but the benefit is you get to see and do what you want. Sometimes I would stay at a hostel and tag along with others which was a nice break, but it meant not always eating at or going where you might have imagined. This can be an adventure of its own too and takes less energy. Some people can create new interests in you. In this sense its a misconception that traveling solo always means being alone in fact it means meeting new interesting strangers. Also I found that traveling with someone you know can be limiting because instead of testing new boundaries you fall back on your friend like a crutch and don't discover as much.
@alleermed Жыл бұрын
I’m from Norway and I’m going to travel alone to Florida alone for the first time! I’ve never been there or traveled alone ever 😨I’m so excited 😍🙀
@amandabria94693 жыл бұрын
Love this video! Going on my first solo trip in about two weeks to Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Death Valley.
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
OMG enjoy! I have vlogs about all 3 spots, and even more info on the blog if you need more tips: www.bemytravelmuse.com
@seizethekarp1232 жыл бұрын
How was it!?
@amandabria94692 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Saw so many beautiful sights, but Death Valley especially made an impression. Can't wait to plan my second solo trip for next year :)
@dschr8der2 жыл бұрын
I recently found your channel as I prepared my first solo trip and my first trip abroad. I am 47 and have always wanted to travel, but I got married young and had children young and never had the financial resources. Now that my four kids have been leaving the nest, I am hopeful that I can experience more travel in the future-even if I have to do it solo.
@cltinturkey Жыл бұрын
You won't (or perhaps didn't) regret it! I hope you have/had a great adventure!
@cltinturkey Жыл бұрын
Great video! When I was 15 I was on a HS exchange to Germany. They called the night before departure to say I had to fly alone because of a mistake. I was so scared, but did it and my dad said "that's all she wrote". I had the most possible fun, and now I'm fairly reluctant to travel with anyone. At 25, I traveled Europe for the summer before grad school. I've had great solo adventures in SE Asia, North Africa, Chile and Argentina, Portugal, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, and many other places. You're SO right about having more opportunities when you're on your own. You're more approachable and more alert to everything, rather than relying on someone else. It's the only way to go!
@Bemytravelmuse Жыл бұрын
Totally - I got invited to so many random things when I was alone, and they were amazing!
@kurachan101 Жыл бұрын
So true! I do travel solo all the time and I can confirm all of your points. Apart from trips with my family when I was still in school, I have actually never travelled with another person. Next year will be the first time that I will travel for a longer time (than a weekend) with a friend, and with one that I am actually not that close with at that. I am a bit scared! Here is why: I went on a weekend trip with my best friend for the first time this fall. We both love solo travel, get around a lot in the world and know each other quite well. I always thought that travelling together would be amazing. What I realised is that we have a very different type of daily rhythm. She gets up early and goes to sleep early, I am the opposite. She becomes cranky when tired or hungry, I just become quiet. It was still a nice trip but it was quite short. I decided to never do a longer trip with her. We would annoy each other so much! Now I am afraid that I will find out that my other friend and I also don't match when it comes to travel. I feel a bit responsible for him because I know the region a bit, for him it's the first time on another continent. In the worst case scenario we could always split up, but I would rather like that it doesn't come to that. So instead of being afraid of travelling solo, I am afraid of travelling with a friend... 😂
@cltinturkey Жыл бұрын
I'd suggest you set up days with blocks of time (4-6 hours or more) where you're each on your own. He can do what he wants and so can you. You'll meet up for dinner refreshed and with fun tales to share. That's the ONLY way I'll agree to travel with someone else. I'm not willing to compromise when it's my only chance in that place. I'm also willing to forgo sleep or food for fun, and hate to waste time in a restaurant in the middle of a sunny day. I get breakfast and buy some picnic food for lunch in a park or garden while out and about. Grocery stores are wonderful places to visit and explore.
@kanishakelis7 ай бұрын
I agree with everything you said I just came back from a solo trip and I’ll say this was my best birthday so far 🥳.
@yorgunsamuray Жыл бұрын
Not only travel. People are bewildered of the idea of people doing things such as watching movies, going for a coffee or eating out alone. I find it even more fun. And travel...I almost didn't go to any trip past my college days with other people. One package tour (I was solo in that group of couples and families) and one with my brother and friends and the opinion differences were so strong that I had a big fight and did not speak for one week......with my own brother! I hate to make a compromise when traveling and hate to force other people to make a compromise. As you said you make the rules (well except for some unexpected problems, the museums being under restoration, unusual situations making you miss your train/bus/flight/closing time of an attraction, weather conditions, broken phone, etc.) This applies to the movies-meals too. Many multiple-people traveling parties meet dangers as well.
@ocikon05 Жыл бұрын
I can agree more with you Excellent video thank you very much ❤ I do travel solo and now I learn a lot about my own self
@michaelconnolly768111 ай бұрын
Such a blast of fresh air, so much food for thought and inspiring. Excellent video ❤
@iamirish43612 жыл бұрын
Solo travelling can be different based on your age, gender, race, religion, level of physical ability and the country where you are going. The experience does change as you age, but travelling is essential and fear should never prevent anyone from trying it.
@paullondon4453 жыл бұрын
Fab video, thanks. Solo travel is so exhilarating.
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Life-changing!
@davinacaine36153 жыл бұрын
I went wild camping on a own a couple of weeks ago. I wasn’t a mum, co worker or any of the labels I have. I WAS ME and loved it
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
LOVE that for you!
@nancyulloa71192 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video ..I'm retiring soon and want to travel ..my kids are about your age and act like I am going to get killed if I travel alone....and that there's too many crazy people..I love your videos..and you inspire me to be my best self..I am a planner...but am very open to spontaneity.. again thank you!! Take care🙂
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
You’re never the wrong age to go for it! Have fun!
@Shellyaroundtheworld3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t done too many solo trips yet, but a few. And I couldn’t agree more with all of what you’re saying!!
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Yay!
@laurab45702 жыл бұрын
I can’t love this video enough!! Thank you! I’m headed out in my first solo trip to Switzerland in May! I’m sooo sooo excited!
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
Ohh good choice!
@andyrupert15802 жыл бұрын
I love this and solo traveling. I'm way more efficient getting to all of the places and activities that I want to do. I never eat or drink anything that I can get easily at home. That is surprisingly a hard thing for people to give up. Keep up the great content.
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, and thank you!
@yvonneandbeyond3 жыл бұрын
Yes, all TRUTHS. 🙌 In a lot of ways, I prefer solo travel now. ❤️I also find it incredibly freeing to be away from the expectations of anyone who knows you. It's such an opportunity to do what intuitively feels right/good.
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY! I think everyone deserves to feel that way
@GG-jc4wp3 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring and done in a certain way solo travel can be so appropriate for the times. It comes from the heart. Thanks for sharing!
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@ColdAsHe112 жыл бұрын
That speech from 7:30 to 8:30 was fucking glorious. Thank you!
@miguelgonzalez6213 Жыл бұрын
Two things you highlighted from the beginning are, to me, of the most importance. 1. Solo I make the decisions as to when, where, and how I'll go places. And why and what I'll do when I'm there. 2. Solo is SO MUCH EASIER to meet people, because when you're in a couple situation. Whether it's platonic or romantic, there is an innate sense that 'together time' is one of the priorities of the trip. Whereas, when you're on your own, or with a larger group, you can mix and mingle as you wish, or don't wish, and no one can influence you either way.
@carmenmadison13552 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I was getting scared not being able to find anyone to go with me but now you inspired me to take that leap! 💖
@daniellaaviles70852 жыл бұрын
Great video! I just came back from a solo trip and it was fantastic. I hadn’t done it since my early 20s, so I was wondering if I’d feel lonely or get bored, but this was not the case at all! I totally agree that everyone should do it, at least once in their lives.
@smm48063 жыл бұрын
Great video Kristin. I also like to travel alone and find it a better option. Keep up the great work!
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I appreciate it!
@rickhiggins3 жыл бұрын
Interesting comment about being more approachable. I primarily travel as a couple and we're CONSTANTLY interacting with other folks, locals, ... hell, everyone. I'm trying to imagine having even more interaction ... huh, maybe I need to try a solo trip to find out. (Pssst, don't tell my wife!). KIDDING! I'm kidding! Sort of. Actually I was working on a story about couples travel when I stumbled on your video. Really interesting ideas! Keep up the great work and keep wandering!
@paulbennett21122 жыл бұрын
I tend to travel alone sometimes I do need to get away and have a rest from people.
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
Yup
@gummi5959 Жыл бұрын
I like travel alone and I enjoy it so much and also I just travel with backpack and I love it .Perfect freedom 😊❤ I am.never lonely when I am travelling and it is more easy then you think because you judt do what you want when you want do it😊❤
@alannaedwards8586 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos! I’m going on my first solo tour this weekend.
@king.thomasxxxiii50252 жыл бұрын
Nice vid.
@gregmcknight5183 Жыл бұрын
I really loved this 🎉
@vanessaj.91452 жыл бұрын
YOUR INTUITION GETS SHARPER!
@joannk52592 жыл бұрын
I love this, thank you!!!
@SwedishTourist Жыл бұрын
Thank you :) I needed to hear that. I'm travelling solo in like a month or something, I just don't know where so I'm still in this hesitant mode. But watching this I'm quite convinced I'm going to have a good time no matter what :)
@Bemytravelmuse Жыл бұрын
Yay for for it!!
@thaliya933911 ай бұрын
Oh my god.. agree.. the loneliness is what kills
@MRJLS15 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the video so much
@Cyber_Surfers2 жыл бұрын
I've solo travelled for such a long time I dont think i could acclimate to having a travel partner. If I waited on others to travel with me I do believe I would have gone no where.
@hyperfoxartist92 жыл бұрын
im planning on full time solo traveling the country with a travel trailer within a few years. my passion for nature drives me to want to see all of the beautiful mountains and landscapes the US has to offer. i plan to invite friends for small trips, but no one i know really has the same drive as me to endlessly walk nature trails, so traveling alone and not having to turn back because someone im with is tired is one of the biggest things i look forward to.
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
That's the spirit!! All the best :)
@garyrobinson86652 жыл бұрын
I travel alone often. I don't miss my friends or my family however I really miss my dog. I missed him so much last time that I nearly came home a week early.
@ainymunnee77802 жыл бұрын
I love how inspirational you are!
@KitatheExplorer Жыл бұрын
Im an avid solo traveler myself! It’s so liberating when you can pick your own restaurant to eat at or just be yourself! And I’m so glad your mom convinced you to stay in Taiwan!
@Bemytravelmuse Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad too!
@lovecatmom Жыл бұрын
love this!!! listening to this before my solo road trip with my cat. :)
@Bemytravelmuse Жыл бұрын
omg that sounds SO CUTE
@MyLifeAsLouis3 жыл бұрын
Started travelling solo a few years ago & I have the best experience so far! I also use Couchsurfing to meet with other travelers if I decide that I wanna explore around the area with some mates. :)
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
I love Couchsurfing too! Just really need to screen through the profile carefully.
@ozzymorrison86282 жыл бұрын
Solo travel for a woman and a man is totally different....i love it
@marykish41733 жыл бұрын
I was planning a trip to Puerto Rico solo and I got such negative feed back that it began to make me nervous 🤦🏻♀️
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Listen to yourself and not others! ;)
@relatemusic25522 жыл бұрын
go!
@buddylewis2743 Жыл бұрын
Good talk.
@floridas_own2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to have my first solo travel
@profhortsunlover1536 Жыл бұрын
i've been travelling with my younger sibling for years but she always manages to ruin the holiday i'm going alone to get away from her :D
@dianamaguicay Жыл бұрын
Watching this cause i want to try SOLO TRAVEL. It’s one of my bucketlist my only problem is not be able to get picture of myself in the country where i visit lol But heeey there’s monopad lol.
@worldadventuretravel6 ай бұрын
I love traveling alone and PREFER it. I want to move organically through a place and be able to experience the people, the culture, and all the sensory things unique to an area. Having other people with me is distracting. I also don't want everything to have to be aa democratic discussion over how long we stay somewhere, what we do, whether we accept an invitation from a local or check out something we spot while there, etc. I want to be fully free to guide my experience according to my travel preferences. The only way I'd enjoy having someone with me more than being myself is if their travel style is exactly like mine. The only thing that sucks is that being female makes certain parts of the world that I really want to experience off-limits to me because of safety. Otherwise I'd love to see Lebanon, Turkey, Iran, and N. Africa.
@randyv8232 Жыл бұрын
What a great video. Curious though, have you ever tried group Travel?
@FaeDruid Жыл бұрын
I doubt people will approach a middle aged man who is solo. I just don’t believe that. You get approached because you’re young, attractive, and “safe”.
@TBGmario3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff 👌
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@adeelraiz81723 жыл бұрын
Looking so pretty.God bless you and your family
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@krisann002 жыл бұрын
Okay so, as my name is Kristin too, it really felt like you were talking directly to me, haha
@Bemytravelmuse2 жыл бұрын
Hi fellow Kristin!
@NickFaulkner3 жыл бұрын
I really want to solo travel but I feel bad leaving my wife at home while she works.
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
That’s tough. I’m often traveling without Garrett, but he’s happy for me and wants me to have these experiences. Our jobs have different schedules, but we travel together whenever we can!
@cliveashley93643 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍 vlog watching fr jamaica 😎🌅
@staceywilliams18632 жыл бұрын
Any ladies traveling to Jamaica in August?
@chilly2171 Жыл бұрын
how did you take photos solo?
@user-ru1ll2nw5c Жыл бұрын
漂亮
@daviel1005 Жыл бұрын
The parts about not having to decide everything by committe are true regardless of your gender, but whether and to what extent the locals will be friendly to you..................................yeah, no-one is going to be that friendly to you if you are a guy travelling independently, and certainly no-one is going to take you under their wing. On the flip side, if you are in decent enough shape as a guy and look confident, the chances of you getting mugged are basically zero, as there are easier targets.
@aoefeable Жыл бұрын
My son travelled by himself to Thailand and ended up living with a local family and had experiences most tourists travelling with others wouldn’t have. 😊
@billbuffington30373 жыл бұрын
Do you have any plans to travel east, like in North Carolina or Tennessee? The Blue Ridge Mountains are beautiful
@Bemytravelmuse3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@molekuax8646 Жыл бұрын
Traveling alone is sad. I will always prefer travelling with someone who I love to share experiences.
@vj_great551 Жыл бұрын
Sometimes u have to solo travel...I tried group tour and I hated it... u don't get to spend time as u wish in the place u like..... I traveled solo and I kinda liked it... then again if someone accompanies I don't hate it....
@BeniSedano2 жыл бұрын
Travel should be romantic. Get someone. You're smart and beautiful. Budy Body - always