Holiday alone

[Starlet1]

Oh help! I've booked a holiday on my own and I leave in a few hours! I'm terrified. Never been away on my own before. I'm scared of little silly things like finding my way round the resort, going for meals, what do I do at night. It seemed like a good idea, it IS a good idea but I am so nervous.
I am so lonely and miss my ex, well I miss the person I thought he was, I thought that a break would do me good, allow me to relax, so why do I feel so scared? Any tips please?

I did this after my split and was scared too. It was an amazing holiday though and I can't wait to do it again. Take a couple of books if it's a relaxing holiday or hire a bike and get out and about a bit if you prefer something more active. I hope you have a wonderful time. Sit back and enjoy it.

I went to Vietnam alone after I split from DH! I've gone on a European city break on my own since too. Highly recommend it!!

How exciting!!!!!! Have you got a kindle you can take, if not stock up on books and magazines. You are stepping out of your comfort zone which is why you are scared, I know I would be too but I would also be so proud of myself. Just wander around different restaurants and choose somewhere you feel comfortable, you will get into the swing of it after a few days. Have a fantastic time!

Thank you for your kind comments. I am slightly restricted because of my disability otherwise a bike would have have been fabulous.
Yes I have a Kindle and have packed it already.
This is probably the bravest thing I have ever done, and yes I am totally out of my comfort zone. Oh help! 😎

I have been on my holiday alone several times.....where are you going to

How did you get on? Did you meet people or were you happy with your own company? Going to Crete

That is so weird I have just come back from Crete went to a resort called Chania

What a coincidence. 😎

I have enjoyed all my holidays alone.....took good reading material....met up with lots of different people male and femail.....found a nice local taverna for drinks and food where I felt comfortable and at ease and just stayed close to where lots of people were so to stay safe

What sort off accommodation are you staying in

I have holidayed alone and often travel for business alone too. I bloody love it.

Agree you need loads of books. I always find people will chat to me and I plan fun things to do as I am not really a beach/pool type person.

If you really can't face eating alone one night, just get room service, but I find waiters are really attentive to solo female diners (not in a creepy way) and you will be fine.

Have a brilliant time

Have a fab time give us an update when you get back take care

Dont fret, just have a lovely time. I need to do this. Tell us all about it when you get back, or if you have a moment to spare in Crete.

Safe and fun journey to you

I've been around the world on my own - I love it! You would be surprised how many women go on holiday alone and locals in many holiday destinations will be used to seeing a woman alone.

In fact I prefer it because then I can do what I please and I don't have to compromise on what I want to do.

I bet you will meet interesting people and have a lovely time.
All of the advice above is great. Relax and enjoy!

Ooooh fab, nice weather, nica food, relaxing, reading a good book. Honestly, single holidays are soooo nice. You can do exactly what you want. Noone else to have to compromise with. Have fun!

Have a lovely time!

I used to go on holiday on my own before I had my daughter, and always had a good time. I tended to enjoy the daytime more, and then go out to eat (with a book) and then go to bed fairly early. Although sometimes I'd meet other people and stay out late with them.

It is a brave thing to do, and it's helpful to think of it as an adventure. Well done you for doing and have a great time!

Go you! Well done on being brave when having had a hard time with a break up, hope you have a totally fab time

Oooh this sounds great-and well done in going! Could you maybe google solo traveller info/lonely planet guides to see if there are any great things going on? Art/museum exhibitions, painting, cooking classes etc?

Thank you my kind friends. I am on my way and excited thanks to you 😍

What time's your flight? Have you checked in and are you doing some airport shopping? Get yourself a good book, a lovely cuppa, you're holiday starts here!