DISADVANTAGES OF TRAVELING ALONE: 5 Cons to SOLO TRAVEL and how to battle them

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@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! Have you solo traveled before? Are there any other disadvantages that you have found? If you're new to solo travel, are there any disadvantages to traveling alone that stop you from taking the leap? 💕

@leeannkleine6120 9 ай бұрын

I took my first solo trip that was not business related in 2023. I had decided at the beginning of the year that I would put myself first for a change. I was very scared, but once I booked it and stuck to it, I had an amazing time. I was worn out from work, and needed. To do something to unwind. It was the best for me both physically and mentally. My parents have always told me “If it’s going to be, it’s up to me”. That has served me well both in my career and my personal life. I did not encounter any loneliness at all, and I was able to enjoy myself every day. My coworkers encouraged me to stand on my own, and I feel like I am better from the experience.

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

I love this!! Thank you for sharing! I'm so glad you had a great time and were able to relax, enjoy your trips, and the time you got to have with yourself. Such a wonderful experience. This is so encouraging for all of us! 💕

@oliviatrelles 9 ай бұрын

I travel solo regularly and for me the number one thing is decision fatigue. It can be rough but I combat that by having a loose outline for each day of my trip. I also have a list of things to do/ideas in case something doesn’t pan out. In terms of photos I find as a solo person I’m regularly asked to take peoples photo, I think I seem like a safe choice with salt sand pepper hair and a big ol’ camera in tow. That said it can often be a moment to connect and chat with people as well.

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

Oooohhh yes! That is such a good one. I also struggle with decision fatigue, especially when it's somewhere that has so many options. That's such a good idea to combat it. Have an outline, but allow yourself flexibility as you go. Aww, I'm sure you've taken so many great pictures for other people. Yes! That's so true. It's a great time to connect with people as well. Thank you so much for sharing! 💕

@mutanug.17 Ай бұрын

I just searched , 'i travel alone, am i normal' and found this video 😂😂😂 I L❤VE travelling alone but the whole discrimination of travelling alone🙄😡😤....it can get to my head and i will have a whole annoyed conversation in my head🤬🤬...yes i am alone, i love being alone, if i wanted someone with me i would have brought them!!! Thanks for sharing this, i have subscribed and will go through your videos, we are always learning, unlearning and relearning😁

@KRodCollective Ай бұрын

😂😂Aww, I love this! Welcome!! It’s so true! Nowadays, I encounter it less and less as solo travel is becoming more popular but I too have the same thoughts sometimes. But at least we aren’t at home missing out on all these amazing adventure just because we don’t want to go alone. 💕

@skeller61 8 ай бұрын

Hi, I agree that solo travel requires a lot of responsibility. If you don’t take care of everything, there’s no one else around who has your back. I do have one tip that was awesome for the trips I took to China in 2007 (six weeks) and 2009 (four weeks). I originally wasn’t planning on traveling there, but was very interested in the Chinese culture and language. To learn Chinese, on a friend’s suggestion, I signed up at the local library to teach English as a second language to people from a China. I live near a university, so I had no shortage of students. Once I decided I would take a trip there alone (my wife wouldn’t go, and would probably have made the trip miserable if she did), many of my students (as well as work colleagues and my Tai Chi instructor) were excited for me and lived in various parts of China. So, while I was traveling, I got to meet their friends and families. Since the traditional Chinese dinners are shared among a group, ordering a lot of dishes, I got to enjoy this experience several times on my trips. I also was accompanied by their families as I toured Beijing and the Great Wall, as well as Shanghai and Kunming (in the southwestern province of Yunnan). I had a lot of wonderful experiences that I wouldn’t have had if I was a stranger in a strange land, so to speak). This tip isn’t for everyone, but I can attest that helping other people really does help yourself. I hope you enjoy your travels and appreciate your videos to help others learn how to successfully negotiate the solo travel experience.

@KRodCollective 6 ай бұрын

Hi Scott! I love this!! Thank you so much for sharing this with us. You're so right! Helping other people really does help yourself. I couldn't have said it better myself. I love that you had these meaningful experiences with others on your travels and you will always remember it. And who knows, you may see some of those people again in the future. I don't think we're meant to live in a bubble, even if we are solo traveling and this comment is a good reminder of that. Thanks again for sharing! 💕

@BrandiJess 9 ай бұрын

Love this video! Really important points and great solutions. That bathroom stall with luggage bit had me on the floor 😂, so true and so gross!

@sherryschumacher1881 9 ай бұрын

A "Hero" clip is great for putting on the bathroom door and holding a purse or backpack.

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

Right?! 😷hahahaha Thank you for watching! 💕

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

That’s such a good idea Sherry! I travel with a Hero clip now thanks to you lovely viewers and subscribers, I should try that. I actually keep getting ads for the bagnet and think I might cave and buy one to try it. 😂

@AmberFromVancouver 9 ай бұрын

Yes, the bathroom hassles are real... luggage always with you, not leaving stuff at your dining seat, I never order any "messy" food because I don't want to have to go wash my hands before I'm ready to leave. The single-supplementary charges for not having a "double-occupant" stings. Almost everything costs more because you aren't splitting any of the costs

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Hi Amber! So sorry for my late response! All of this is so true! I'm much more "care-free" when traveling with friends of family because I know I can just run to the bathroom whenever in comparison to when I'm traveling alone. It can get annoying. 😂💕

@DonnaDonna2023 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your video ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 I done solo travel to Rome & know what you mean about eating alone. I don’t mind going out alone at home but if felt I rushed myself whilst eating out abroad alone. Next stop which will be my 2nd time is NYC in Nov 🥰 Safe travels all and thanks again for your video and information ❤

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Aww I love this! Thank you so much for watching! I hope you have a safe and wonderful trip to NYC! Eat some yummy food for me! Safe travels! 💕

@thelasonj 7 ай бұрын

You're giving me courage. Thank you. 😊🩷

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Aww I love it! You can do it! 🎉💕

@lisamorgan2666 8 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you for this. I'm planning my first solo trip this year. My concerns are, my sense of direction isn't that good and sleeping alone in a hotel for the first time, scares me a bit. Any advice? Thank you.

@TheKrystee 8 ай бұрын

There are a few safety tools for the hotel door. A doorstopper that alarms loudly if someone were to open the door and travel door locks! Look into some. My first time in a hotel room alone was INCREDIBLE! I’m an ambivert & need my space after a while!!

@lisamorgan2666 8 ай бұрын

@@TheKrystee Thank you so much for replying. I'll look into this x

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Love this! Thank you for sharing! 💕

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Yes! She's so right! I have a video for solo travel essentials! I love bringing those things on a solo trip to help me. Love bringing a doorstopper with me. A deadbolt is also good. They have some on Amazon for cheap. Also, depending on where you are going you could do a bus hop on/hop off tour or a simple tour on the first day to get a better sense of the city and sense of direction. I hope this helps! Safe travels! Keep us updated. 💕

@leahgn9069 9 ай бұрын

“Your opinion of me is a reflection of you.” Those are words I live by. I couldn’t care less about what people think of me because people don’t pay my bills, you know? I just got back from a solo trip to New Orleans and let me tell you, if it’s not on your list, add it now. It’s THE perfect city for solo travellers, esp solo females of colour.

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

Yessssss!! I love that too! Thinking about statements like that have really helped me shed the opinion of others. Cause you’re so right, they aren’t paying my bills or contributing to my life. They are literal strangers. I’ve been wanting to visit New Orleans for aggggesss!! Every time I’ve had a chance to go, something comes up or I have another obligation. I’m glad you had a great time! Thanks for sharing! 💕

@mireyamacias4444 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Kim 💕🙂 for sharing useful information ℹ️ I always learn something new from you. Your the reason I got my global entry because your information was helpful I didn’t even know what global entry was until I saw your video 👍🏼 thank you 😊

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

Oh Mireya!! Thank you! You always leave some of the kindest comments. ❤️I hope you are loving Global Entry! Thank you as always for watching! 💖

@ardie24 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@KRodCollective 9 ай бұрын

You're so sweet for watching! 💕

@charmionbrown1202 9 ай бұрын

I have been living in France for five months and I have only done one out of town trip to Paris. This was with a tour group, which on one side made me feel secure as it was my first time in the city. But I hated doing activities in a group and I felt very constricted. I want to go again but perhaps as a solo trip. I've never solo traveled so I'm wondering if I'm in over my head.

@KRodCollective 7 ай бұрын

Hi there!! I'm so sorry for the late reply! How are you doing in France?! A friend of mine recently moved there too. She is loving it! I totally understand where you're coming from. And the truth is, sometimes you won't know if it's for you until you try it. Maybe you could do a solo trip but add group elements like a tour within the trip but not the entire trip being organized by the tour...if that makes sense. Let me know if you end up doing one! Thanks for commenting! 💕