"I'm an extrovert who loves being around others, so the idea of solo travel felt awkward to me. However, on a recent trip on my own, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the freedom it offered. I loved having the hotel room to myself, and being alone made it easier to control my budget. "How many?" the host asked as I walked into the restaurant."
"I swallowed and responded, "Just one." It felt strange to say, and even weirder to walk into the bustling restaurant by myself, heading to a small table in the corner. As an extrovert, I've never preferred doing things solo. So when I planned my first real trip alone, I was nervous. Sightseeing with no one to talk to, sitting by myself at dinner, and going back to an empty hotel room all seemed ... awkward."
An extrovert initially felt awkward about traveling alone and experienced nerves about sightseeing, dining solo, and returning to an empty hotel room. Postgraduate life created scheduling conflicts, so a decision to take a solo trip to Boston led to unexpected enjoyment. The traveler discovered freedom in choosing activities, appreciated having a hotel room to themself, and found it easier to manage a budget. Solo dining in a bustling restaurant felt strange at first but proved manageable. The solo experience enabled independent pacing of sightseeing and daily plans, transforming reluctance into appreciation for autonomy and the practical perks of solo travel.
Read at Business Insider
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