TOP 5 TRAVEL TIPS FOR EATING ALONE

[@guapovagabondztales9586]

Hit the nail on the head. I always feel like eating alone is dramatized by others more than it is in reality. It's not a big deal- people are so self-absorbed. Who cares if a solo traveler eats alone. Eating is a necessity, right?

[@thechocolatestew-flightlife]

I travel frequently, so eating alone has become the norm for me. I use my 'eating alone time' to quiet my spirit, reflect, and of course enjoy the food. Great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@grrrltraveler]

You're welcome +The Chocolate Stew !

[@brittneyyoung1882]

The Chocolate Stew - Life of a Flight Attendant so it doesn't bother you being in a crowd full of people and your sitting at a table alone?

[@lzrdlps]

In lieu of eating alone, sometimes I will people watch, those that might be counting their pennies and buy them a meal. I make friends, learn about them, their country, some language and I walk away knowing I made an impact on someone"s life. :) Thanks Christine for sharing your valuable life lessons.

[@grrrltraveler]

You are just a generous soul and an angel to many Thomas!

[@meren7377]

Good tips! The first time I ate alone in a restaurant I did it as a social experiment if you will. I would have enjoyed it very much if I could have been seated somewhere less visible where I could have people watched. Instead I was seated in the middle around couples who would not stop staring at me. Lol! Also the waiter was not sure what to do with me. Luckily I had something to read which is helpful. 😊

[@northofyou33]

Where were you?

[@luisbaires]

I was expecting this video for long. I used to travel alone before and the one thing I hated and was not mentioned here is the fact that I was constantly placed in the least desirables tables ( the ones next to the toilet) or way on the back even when streets looking tables were available. Then I decided to start eating street food or simply ordering food to take away. Always watch your videos. I am preparing a trip to India in a few weeks and they have all been so helpful in my planning. Thanks a lot.

[@grrrltraveler]

That's one I've heard a lot actually but forgot about it. I'd say this is the day and age where you can request your seating and being that any person (single person) could ultimately be a secret shopper or food critic, that might make waiters bend to your demand (ahem, request). Enjoy India!!! Did I already ask-- what route?

[@luisbaires]

Delhi-Agra-Jaipur. Only have one week to go there. Maybe another week in June to go to Thailand and later in the year maybe Nepal. Greetings from Jakarta. Will be in this part of the world for 3 years and want to maximize the experience by traveling all around this area.

[@grrrltraveler]

enjoy! Sounds heavenly!

[@guapovagabondztales9586]

I'd tell the waiter to place you where you want. I almost always choose my dining spot unless a room is crowded and if its crowded and there's only a shit spot, I might wait for a good spot to open. I never let anyone shove me in a corner. I like to have a good seat. To not speak up is a choice.

[@FluffySylveonBoi]

Huh, you need the table to be given to you? I just pick one if it isn't reserved and order.

[@mopore]

I do everything alone. I prefer it that way.

[@reubenjamesmangubat8992]

same here!

[@northofyou33]

Haha, mopore. Yeah, me too. People can be so irritating.

[@vickikendricks]

Me too!

[@dirkbalter5986]

Will take this w/me! “Traveling alone I romance the country that I travel “ nice thank u!

[@EnglishmaninMalta]

yes Christine, i hate eating alone, but i also hate if someone i don't know comes and sit's down at my table, and does not stop talking, and asking me questions, i seem to get them also on plates, that really sucks !! almost a worst as them giving me there life story ...lol

[@meloncherry]

This helped me so much! When I travel solo, I always feel like I’m in a fish bowl when I eat at a restaurant alone. I think it’s harder for some people vs. others. I know I have to work myself up for it, so your tips help put everything into perspective! Thanks!

[@frhickinredhead6141]

You've given me a lot of confidence to go out and eat alone. I literally do everything alone other than eat alone out at a restaurant. I've never done it before even though I promise I'll do it eventually. I'm going to do it tomorrow - I just have to take medication first haha.

[@pvlnan0000]

you have such a nice vibe and ii actually believe these tips are very helpful! Thank you Christine and I wish you a good day!!

[@nikhilsah4670]

you are the only travel blogger i have subscribed..

[@grrrltraveler]

+nikhil sah You are sweet 🤗🤗🤗

[@jond5671]

I love eating alone, just going about my business people watching. Planning a really expensive lasagna in a fancy restaurant in Rome tomorrow night, can't wait!

[@grrrltraveler]

Oooh, enjoy the Roman lasaga. Savor it in sweet solitude. ;)

[@jond5671]

Yeh, so, turns out, it gave me food poisoning! Been eating the cheapest fast food possible for the last 5 months, as soon as I step foot in a restaurant it makes me sick! Add that one to your things that could ruin a vacation list :(

[@MrBoorr]

Great Videos Christine, keep it up :-). I like watching them.

[@grrrltraveler]

Glad you enjoy them! =D

[@ravanne3746]

When I'm traveling solo, I like to write in my journal or go over my travel plans while eating out. Occasionally I do meet some pretty great people, like the young woman who ran the kissaten where I went for breakfast every morning while in Kyoto. If things were quiet she would sit with me while I ate and we'd talk about my plans for the day. She helped make my trip very memorable.

[@markrambuyon]

Thank you for these helpful tips. Now I am more excited for my first solo travel in January! More power to you!

[@vasudevbhat8858]

I really liked the little monk part experience and yea people do come and ruin that moment .....been there done that ....

[@FnAVanLife]

love you grrrrrrrrrrl!!!! keep sharing your awesome videos - You make me feel brave!

[@awgnaw]

Your serving of rice was shaped like a dolphin! So cute! 😊 I don't mind eating by myself, but it's nice to eat with others to share food and try a variety of food.

[@TheMegaloden]

I did this 6 weeks long in Thailand while solo roadtripping with a car. Watching poeple in different places while eating is really fun XD. The only reason I could do this is because my grandpa/grandma lives in Thailand and they own a car there that I could lend.

[@grrrltraveler]

Wow, solo roadtripping in Thailand. That must be incredible!

[@lillysummer3546]

Love your videos! What was the place where you talked about people watching? Thank you for the ideas!

[@webjunkienl]

Thailand

[@grrrltraveler]

Yes, Thailand. Pai and Khao Lak

[@yiingster]

Thank you for the tips. Very useful and you are absolutely right on points. ^_^

[@joshsmit779]

This is a huge thing for me because I won't even eat in a restaurant by myself in my hometown. Street food is a solution the majority of the time.

[@FoodieTrekker]

I watched one video of yours then it became 5 videos of yours. Then i subscribed. Great work. I struggle on street food because fear of getting sick. What type of street food you look for ?

[@janaj22]

Good to see you talk so much about your travels! Loved having you visit on Kauai for that movie. I'm following you as you make your movies and give us travel tips. Love them!! Keep up the great job!! Aloha! Call me if you're back on Kauai1 ~Jana

[@nijokongapally4791]

Great video christine👍💯😍💖

[@Will-rr1uz]

I've been doing this for a month haha thanks for the tips, 2 more weeks then home though haha

[@grrrltraveler]

A month-- Awesome!

[@aveekbakshi9857]

I first saw your videos when I was missing my home town, kolkata, india. I have seen other travellers around the world visited my city, they made videos, writer about their experiences, but yours was truly touched my heart. Thank you so much for understanding the passion of the crowd. After that you become one of mine favourite traveller.. And now, after watching this video i get a very nice reason that why I should not have a girlfriend! Thank you, thank you so much for all the inspiration.

[@ziridearis5065]

Thank you for this video. Very inspiring and comforting.

[@grrrltraveler]

+Ziride Aris You're welcome! 😁

[@prettyevil]

Ido 't get why is such a big deal for people to eat alone! If you live alone you eat alone so what is the difference?

[@grrrltraveler]

True, but I think the scary part for some is eating alone in public and at a restaurant. Social norms and stuff.

[@guapovagabondztales9586]

Agreed. It's not a big deal. Although I know people who can't be alone in general and always need to be in a relationship. So that might be one part of the population. =)

[@JayDollarhide]

Fortunately I'm good with doing most things by myself, so I have no issues with eating by myself. But, that being said...the nice thing about staying in a hostel when traveling is that you have lots of other travelers that are also by themselves and so if a person isn't good with eating alone, they can meet other people to go with them. I agree with you on all of your points, though. They are great ways to help people get over their fear of going out and eating by themselves.

[@grrrltraveler]

I agree with you. Hostels can feel hard to step away from because of the social connection and info it provides soloists! 😀

[@joelgraham3]

I thought you said you weren't good with the chopsticks? lol - good job grrrl

[@quinnkerscher4523]

Very cool shirt! Did you pick it up during your travels?

[@grrrltraveler]

Yes, I did! =D

[@nakkadu]

The best tip was to realise the other diners arent interested in you, really good video thanks

[@sukhikaur6065]

I love to eat alone u described n share every moment of Ur travel

[@zenone7575]

Great tips!

[@kehidupankanada]

HEY KRISTINE I have come back from North India Amritsar, Punjab. Staycation over to my mom-in laws places there. Visit long time neighbours ,visit temples and all stuff. There are toughest and easiest ones that I can or cannot handle alone myself when becoming Solo Travelers. But Hey , I got YOU GIRL...this videos is something that you have shared similar that I have been experiences hehe=)

[@northofyou33]

This is when I feel awkward eating alone -- in a pub where everyone knows each other. Or in a place like Lisbon where I want to hear Fado, but it's only in dinner places, and everyone is there in groups.

[@samholden4171]

Wouldn't dine alone because can't stand couples & families make me depressed been alone.

[@vyandtoddmorgan5371]

Thank you 👍👍👍

[@grrrltraveler]

You're very welcome Todd! =D =D

[@joshuanesbit]

thank you!

[@grrrltraveler]

You're my first comment Josh! Glad you enjoyed.

[@Yooo1234z]

Is it difficult to order/FIND vegetarian food in Thailand? Any suggestions? Thanks! Love your videos!

[@grrrltraveler]

+Diana Martinuuu Some Buddhist monks in the community are vegetarian so you just need to google the word vegetarian in Thai. There's also a veg festival- see some of my Thailand videos

[@lisa9867]

I find that when I eat alone the staff is rude to me or ignores me. This is why I usually get take out and bring it back to my room.

[@grrrltraveler]

As a paying customer, you should always be made to feel like you're important. Having worked in customers service, single customers are the easiest and quickest to tend to. Tips are smaller but there's considerably less work and stress to deal with. but two things-- either you've got a busy waitstaff whos overwhelmed with work and tired. Or you could putting that 'don't bother me' vibe out too. People respond to how we feel and if I ever got a customer who looked like they didn't want to be bothered, I get that vibe and tend to them less out of respect their need for privacy.

[@ekennahutchinson1636]

Thanks

[@aeyaries]

awesome

[@luqmanrachman4258]

Since I always feel hungry, i dont even care about being alone 😁

[@timothylinn]

It would never occur to me to feel awkward eating alone. On the other hand, eating alone while talking to my camera...would take some getting used to.

[@gato7908]

there is a bit of a stigma about eating alone in Southeast Asia, much less so in the west

[@rituram9180]

Maybe some parts. I’m from South East Asia & eat alone some times. Nobody cares, people are busy and many places are too crowded to even notice. Two of my friends do too. Showed this video to my sister who wants to start eating alone in her favorite restaurants.

[@malfan]

People-watching is one of my favourite things to do. I thought I was weird like that 😃.

[@Verity888]

Worrying about how much to tip the staff...the conundrum I face each time eating alone in a foreign country 😂

[@hanx-musicchannel4862]

She is so confidentially beautiful

[@acajudi100]

No problem eating alone, or I get take out. I always invite people to eat with me. I use to take a book. It was never a problem

[@brucemarra3922]

Yea I don't like to eat alone. The ring on your thumb mean anything?

[@brucemarra3922]

Your Great.

[@goliathgiant3372]

Youre quite the badass for living like me lol

[@FluffySylveonBoi]

I never understand this. I only understand the anxiety etc, but not the social expectations to eat with someone else. It's not a thing in my country because people don't give a damn and don't look at you unless you are interesting in some way.

[@esmeraldacruz8646]

I eat lunch alone and i hate it highschool sucks

[@phanikishan8432]

May the grrrl be with you😅 😄🙂. Okay...

[@grrrltraveler]

+Phani Kishan you got this. 😉

[@taemeister9302]

I eat alone all the time. I even eat spagetti on the toilet

[@dangnguyen4392]

im an introvert, maybe the world dont get it. but again the ones care dont matter

[@eisenjeisen6262]

Hi my sweetheart, If i don't go to Switzerland, i will be in Bangkok, and if i'm in Bangkok and if your there we can eat wherever you want or in that 5 star hotel i promised you so we don't have to eat alone but together. Jerome from Florida

[@andreatamati9813]

Is easy just going to the buffet and eat.

[@esmeem8994]

craving to be alone

[@CKP42069]

So basically just my whole life? I should make blogs on how to do everything alone.. forever.

[@andreatamati9813]

make sure they have the wifi

[@acajudi100]

We called it PWing ...

[@Pinkweirdo00]

that whale shaped rice.

[@mer7cer7]

Sorry, but you aren't qualified to give this video...you are drop dead gorgeous!

[@grrrltraveler]

Awww that's so sweet. xo

[@afuaowusu6730]

You are so beautiful!

[@andreatamati9813]

Half the time they speak another language