AnnabelleTheTalkingTree
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 22, 2018
I'm sorry to hear about your family struggles, but I don't think a solo trip has to be a lonely experience. I've never traveled alone and I always think it would be such an amazing experience to be able to do a vacation that was solely focused on my own whims and fancies Maybe try looking at this as an opportunity to DO YOU and find out who you are and who you want to be apart from your ex. My past two Disney trips have been as a part of a large group, and it can be hard planning a trip that makes everyone happy - it means everyone making compromises and concessions on different issues. This is a chance to not worry about anyone else, not have to compromise on what you want to do or how you want to spend your time. Book restaurants based solely on what YOU want to eat, or what you want to experience. This is a trip that is all about you. And if you're looking for a social outlet, I know I've seen threads for meetups for solo Disney travelers. Maybe you can make some new friends!
ETA, while I've never traveled alone, I did get married later than most of my friends. In my late 20's I was pretty much on my own while my friends settled into married life. I got bored sitting around at home, so I started going out alone. I'd go to a restaurant and just sit at the bar with a book and a meal and a glass of wine, I'd go to movies on my own. And while it felt slightly awkward at first, it's really only as awkward as you make it, and you'd be surprised how many people are happy to engage you in conversation if you're so inclined.
ETA, while I've never traveled alone, I did get married later than most of my friends. In my late 20's I was pretty much on my own while my friends settled into married life. I got bored sitting around at home, so I started going out alone. I'd go to a restaurant and just sit at the bar with a book and a meal and a glass of wine, I'd go to movies on my own. And while it felt slightly awkward at first, it's really only as awkward as you make it, and you'd be surprised how many people are happy to engage you in conversation if you're so inclined.