Lonely holidays not

I am beginning to enjoy travelling alone. I must plan a holiday like that, enjoying the freedom and not having to coordinate the travel dates/ destinations with friends.

Whenever i go duty travels for two or three days, i get to be alone probably half or one third of the time. On the plane, during certain meals, in the hotel, travelling on the trains, my free time after work.

Of course there are local colleagues to accompany me but if i get some free time, i would be independent and grap the chance to do some sightseeing or should i put in bluntly, shopping... During such times, i am usually alone and i pretty much like that.

It is fun at times. I used to be afraid of eating, walking alone but i wonder if it is due to my age and especially in foreign land- Now, i am not so concerned about people's stares anymore, if there is any. It is quite normal to see others alone as well. Although it sometimes does feel lonely when you are surrounded by loving couples or groups of friends.

Having said all these, i must still stress that safety is most important. When i am alone overseas, i am on high alert all the time. Avoid quiet places and always go with the crowd. This ensures fun and safety goes hand in hand.

And i never try to venture out if i am not confident of the safety aspects of the particular city i am in! Just walk around the hotel vicinity or stay in the hotel room and watch whatever boring tv programs there is.