Some attractions feel designed for groups: guided activities where everyone arrives with friends, themed restaurants with big tables, long scenic drives where no one shares the navigation. I'm happy alone most of the time, but a whole day of those can feel odd. I've started mixing a social activity with several things I naturally enjoy solo, like museums or long walks. How do you plan days that feel complete without turning every trip into a search for companions?
Planning solo days when most attractions are more fun with company
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I build the day around one anchor that doesn’t depend on company, then let the rest be flexible. If a groupy activity is the anchor, I make...
I build the day around one anchor that doesn’t depend on company, then let the rest be flexible. If a groupy activity is the anchor, I make sure the surrounding stuff is solo-friendly.
That’s sensible. I’d also question whether the “group” activity is actually essential, or just the sort of thing we feel we should do because brochures make it look social.
Sometimes it really is better with other people, though. I love food tours alone, but some themed places feel a little flat unless you have...