i want to go travelling, europe, america, australia etc its just kinda big step, mite be going alone as all my mates are too settled in relationships, even with babies!! ive got a girlfriend and she dosnt want me to go but at the same time she dosnt want to keep me from doing something that opens so many doors and gives a once in a lifetime experience. wot should i do? just go for it?
2007-01-23 19:54:50 · 18 answers · asked by scott w 1 in Travel ➔ Other - Destinations
sorry forgot to mention that my girlfriend has another tear at uni then another 2 years teacher training
2007-01-23 20:03:43 · update #1
I planned a trip round Europe with a friend who let me down at the last minute. I had given up my job & flat & had the ferry booked and cash in my pocket. What to do? I went.
If you stay in the right places - hostels - you will not be on your own much. Buy a YHA InternationaI guide & carry it with you. There are also guide books with general advice. (Used to be one called Travel on the Cheap.) I really enjoyed myself & met loads of people also travelling alone. I met people on trains, and when I got fed up with their company I said 'I'm getting off here' and went & found the local hostel. I travelled with a Scottish guy, a Israeli girl, a Danish girl, a German guy, and several lone Aussie females seeing the world. It was scary sometimes but also a pleasure to be alone and solely responsible for myself.
There are always people who want to see the sights you do, and you can hook up with them for an afternoon, or a few days. Hostels are also great places to get info about places to go - be open to suggestions of things to see, and flexible in your arrangements.
Have a chat with a travel agent who specialises in this type of thing - perhaps your g/f's Uni has one. They have special price flights for under-26s, & can advise on rail & flight passes etc.
Final advice: Travel light, and don't trust ANYONE!! While you are open to opportunity, remember there are frauds out there -watch out for spiked drinks etc. You will doubtless find that your sense of self-preservation become sharper; listen to your intuition. Remember that drugs might be stronger than ours, and the penalties for using very severe, and while you're unconscious someone will nab your stuff...
Go for it, and have the time of your life. It will teach you all sorts of things about yourself as well as the places you visit, and you will meet some wonderful people. You can stay in touch with your g/f easily these days.
2007-01-23 21:14:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've lived in various countries, now settled in Andorra, a lot of the time a single mum alone abroad with two kids and no cash. Have you thought about a trial run with your girlfriend over the summer holidays for example, just taking off and seeing how you both feel after a month or so's travelling with it's accompanying adventures. It's great, don't get me wrong, I don't regret anything in my life, but how serious is your relationship with your girlfriend, there's a price to pay for everything and only you know if it's worth the risk of losing your girlfriend.
2007-01-23 20:33:22 · answer #2 · answered by vilarstone 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get your gf to examine possibility of "freezing" her studies for a year and going back to them. UK doesn't have enought people in teacher training that it can afford to lose them, so she may get a positive reponse.
I'm 62 and started travelling in my late 50s, at first on my own, now my husband has joined me. We are having a fantastic time - even though we have days - like today - when we do our own thing, cos we annoy each other - it works well. If you return and you're still together, marry her immediately, she's the one ! We're in Sydney at present after 2 months away - loads of young brits working here btw.
If you decide not to go, remember the world will always be here, and when your kids have grown, you can still do it. I volunteered in Mexico in 2004 teaching English in an underpriveliged community - amazing experience. So if you don't make it now, deosn't mean you never will. Good luck
2007-01-23 20:13:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if you have done everything that needs doing in cementing your career position etc and need a break. It is the chance to communicate with different people in various situations and in very interesting cities, you can practise your language skills and or just relax whilst taking in the sights, you would probably enjoy it as a lone traveller but would have to do some planning, ie research into accomodation etc as you'll be spending the most amount of time on your own.
2007-01-23 20:06:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Best thing you will ever do , see the world and other people, see new cultures ,country's ,places ,sights ,other living creatures ,make new friends ,
I done it once ,and i am doing it again in early may this year,with other 4 friends ,we motorbike across Europe
down to India,through parts of China it's not easy travelling throu China ,in to Mongolia before we take the home run through thr Balkans , should be back home in 18 months
in time for Christmas 2008,about same as last time,
best of luck with your travels ,do it now while you can ,it gets difficult with wife and kids,good luck,lol
2007-01-23 20:56:37 · answer #5 · answered by JJ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for it!!
My cousin left her life in Aus, packed up & went to England. She had a ball. I also left my life back in Aus for Europe. Ye sit's hard & lonely at times, but I wouldnt change a thing.
People who are true friends, will always encourage you to follow your dreams, and support you. If you have an opportunity, just take it. In a few years time, maybe you wont be able too for whatever reason.
Live your life to the fullest, its too short!!
2007-01-23 20:06:05 · answer #6 · answered by stabra 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you should go for it, do it while you have the chance. When i met my boyfriend he travelled the world all the time, it was upsetting to see him go off but now if i can get the time off work i will meet up with him somewhere, if it wasnt for him and his love for travelling i would never of been to as far as many countries as i have. Dont worry about going by yourself you will soon meet up with likeminded travellers, just be carefull and do your homework about the country first
2007-01-23 20:11:29 · answer #7 · answered by rose 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yep....you go for it!
i travelled the world in my early 20's and loved every minute, sometimes i was alone and sometimes i spent time with people i met.
10 years later when I'm on my 2 or 3 week holiday i long for those days again!
trust me, the people you will meet will be interesting, the places amazing, it will open your mind and toughen your resolve and your memories will get you through your future career!
do it now......and reap the benefits forever!
good luck!!
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2016-11-01 03:43:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it mate, as you say it is once in a lifetime experience.
2007-01-23 19:58:13 · answer #10 · answered by toietmoi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋