Nervous about solo travel - in 50s

[Lucky44]

I booked a last minute holiday with one of my eldest DC (who works part time). I only booked as it was more affordable if we went together although it is a cheap getaway. Anyway DC was offered a full time job a few days ago and needs to start just before we were due to go away. If I cancel we lose our deposit and a bit more (£170). Balance to pay is just over (£300). I really need to get away but feel so nervous about travelling on my own. I am so annoyed at myself because in my younger days I travelled half way around the world without thinking twice about it. Other DCs would stay at home with ex dp. I work full time, never do anything for myself and feel like I really need this break but the thought of navigating the airport etc fills me with dread. How has anyone else managed the solo travel when you’re older?

[helpfulperson]

The other advantage of travelling alone is that if you get all confused in the airport and have to ask where departures is or get security checks wrong and need to empty your whole hand luggage or get on the wrong bus etc etc it doesn't matter because Nobody Knows!

[DominicRaabsTravelAgent]

Maybe keep posting on here during the journey to give you some group comfort and encouragement.

Oh yes please.

[helpfulperson]

Ooh yes. In the absence of travelling myself I love to hear about others travels. Updates would be welcome.