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Male traveling as solo

tjcurransr021704
tjcurransr021704 over 3 years ago

In reading through the posts regarding solo travel I have only seen posts from women.  Does anyone have any experience where there have been a number of men in the group traveling solo?

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  • larrylobo42010500
    larrylobo42010500 over 3 years ago
    I've posted on several threads about solo travel and I believe I've seen postings from other male solo travelers.
    Since my only RS experience was my first (and so far, only) trip in Jan/Feb, and I was the only solo, I can't speak
    about trips where there are 'a number' of other men also traveling solo. Yet I'm pretty sure there must be.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to larrylobo42010500
    We wish!! I’m a solo traveler. Not by choice. Lost my husband but not my enthusiasm for traveling. I always hope there will be more solo men traveling. It adds a certai J’en sais pas to the trip
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  • Mary_A
    Mary_A over 2 years ago in reply to larrylobo42010500
    LarryLobo, your experience has been very unusual. On my 7 trips with RS, solo women outnumber men by of a factor of about 6 to 1. The great thing about RS, though, is that most people are very friendly and your single status and gender don't really seem to matter much. After far as I can tell, very few folks are hoping to meet anyone for a romance and that adds to the ease of group interactions.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to larrylobo42010500
    I have traveled solo for many years: Russia, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, France. The women travel in groups. A solo female traveler is regarded as odd and somewhat threatening. The fact that you go your own way seems strange to them. I’m
    Always being told to Be Careful etc. but they don’t welcome me. Sadly.
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    I don't understand your comments. Is it the countries you traveled to that thought it was odd? Or fellow travelers? I have had people ask me why I prefer traveling solo before. I always say I like my own company and don't have to compromise on what I want to do. I travel with friends and family from time to time and compromise is always present.
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  • Mary_A
    Mary_A over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    Eryan, are you talking about RS trips or travelling alone in general? If you're talking in generalities, then, yes, I agree with you. In the early 80s I travelled alone internationally for my job with a multinational company. I was young then and got many strange looks from the locals, especially in South America. Anyhow, I hope times have changed since then. As far as RS goes though, as a single woman I've never felt unwelcome in any group, even when there were predominantly married couples in attendance.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to Mary_A
    I’ve never traveled with RS. It has nothing to do with cultural issues. It has to do with people out of their element clinging to one another for protection and endorsement. I travel as an independent person. I explore. If it’s a group I often go off the grid which seems to be considered odd. The women never go without the husband. The single women band together against the alien. I travel Totally alone. I have also traveled with a group. The more expensive and exotic the destination the more open and sophisticated the group. RS vs Butterfield and Robinson are two different worlds. Viking cruises is yet another distinct group. As a woman I have never felt there was anyplace I couldn’t go or anything I couldn’t access. I reject the entire notion.
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  • lndg5012042
    lndg5012042 over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    I heartily disagree with your comments about a female solo traveler! This female solo traveler makes an effort to be always pleasant, kind and friendly, and I have enjoyed every one of the 3 RS trips I took!
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  • lndg5012042
    lndg5012042 over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    I heartily disagree with your comments about a female solo traveler! This female solo traveler makes an effort to be always pleasant, kind and friendly, and I have enjoyed every one of the 3 RS trips I took!
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to lndg5012042
    I never said anything about people who travel alone. I am one of them.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to larrylobo42010500
    They don’t travel
    Alone because they’re scared and need support
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to lndg5012042
    You are just wonderfuk
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  • KenichiSF
    KenichiSF over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    Eryan, I see the same in comfort zones. I've frequently traveled solo and really enjoy the preparation and logistics, learning geography, language and culture. Of course, I've had to be very flexible at times, too, and realize that might be unacceptable to many. The main reason I tried my first (and only) RS trip was the group accesses. I went to Panama, was able to traverse the canal on a 90 motor yacht, return in the domed railcar all because of their preparations and contacts. I later went off on my own locally (I'll eventually post that info) and enjoyed that immensely. I'll look into your B&R, Viking groups. I also have considered Lonely Planet.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to lndg5012042
    This is not a forum to attack or object to other people’s opinions or challenge their experiences. Every person is unique. I normally travel alone. Without a group. Macchu Picchu, The Galapagos etc. I like to go at my own pace. Group
    Travel is very new to me.
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    I find this forum helpful. At times people do not always agree. I either learn from what they have to say or I can unsubscribe to the forum. Sometimes times I have an ahamoment and say I never thought of it that way or I think I certainly don't agree with that.

    Take a RS tour and see if you have a different experience. RS has some interesting programs with free time built in on most. You can also go rogue if topic of the day not your cup of tea. I have done that on a few tours. As long as you let your Group Leader know you are doing so.

    I have found , on the most part, RS travelers are a different breed. Social status, gender and physical appearance seems to disappear and people want to either share or listen to others experiences. I started RS on the younger end of the boomer gen and over the years have met some fascinating people.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to TravelHound
    I had booked my first RS trip. Ten days in Quebec the old city. Was greatly looking forward. Became quite ill suddenly and was forced to cancel. I chose it because it was one hotel. No moving around. Hotel had great amenities. In need of pampering. Plus an opportunity to practice my French....and meet others with similar interests. Was so disappointed that I missed out.
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925

    Wishing you well and hope you get to experience RS trip in the future. As far as group diversity it seems to be getting more diverse as the years move on.  Quebec is a beautiful city with a rich history.  If you get the chance on free time the Le Chateau Frontenac has a very refreshing High Tea.  

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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925

    Wishing you well and hope you get to experience RS trip in the future. As far as group diversity it seems to be getting more diverse as the years move on.  Quebec is a beautiful city with a rich history.  If you get the chance on free time the Le Chateau Frontenac has a very refreshing High Tea.  

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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to TravelHound
    What a nice tip. Thank you. Do plan on doing this trip. Greater dIversity is a real plus.
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  • eryan28042925
    eryan28042925 over 2 years ago in reply to TravelHound
    I was unaware that you are one of the most prominent speakers in this forum. You’re open and thoughtful. That’s why I’m
    Sure people gravitate towards you.
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  • TravelHound
    TravelHound over 2 years ago in reply to eryan28042925
    LOL. I didn’t either. I just happen to enjoy travel and travel research. Am
    sure to those close my interest in factoids is annoying. To those looking for such, I am useful.
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