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Solo vs Group Travel | Is It Worth Paying for an Organized Tour Service?
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- Опубліковано 14 сер 2024
- Are you debating whether to book your next trip solo or through an organized group travel company like Intrepid or G Adventures? We run through the pros and cons of both approaches so you can determine which is the best option for you.
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Hi, I think travel in group would benefit someone like me who wants to travel but scared of it.
Definitely! It's a great way to meet other travelers, but also have structure and safety. 😊
Where do you find theses groups
We were the same way. The media feeds us all the bad stuff but we have learned that most people are really nice. Get out there and travel girl!!
Life is too short. Respect each other and enjoy life to the fullest. Remember that tomorrow is a lie. Love each others culture
I agree! Great advice. 👍😊
I've done both and enjoy doing both equally. But you can always add on a solo trip before or after a group trip. This year I did a group trip to Croatia for yacht week... then afterwards went to Italy solo.
Great idea! I did that too when I went to Southeast Asia. I ended the tour in Vietnam and decided to stop for a week in Hong Kong. 😎
What company did you go with?
I have done both. I was in my thirties when I took my first organised trip - it was intrepid - I had always travelled solo and loved everything about it. Normally the planning stage was the longest and I spent ages preparing for a new trip. This time, I was exhausted. I had been working too hard to plan a trip, I desperately needed a break but had no brain space for planning one. Booking an intrepid trip through Thailand was the best thing I could have done for myself.
Thanks for sharing! I've heard great things about Intrepid as well. 😎
I think the "drama" on a group tour is entirely dependent on the size of the group as well as the age of the people. There is also plenty of privacy, which is what I love about group travel. All in all, I much prefer it. You see WAYYY more of the local culture and sights on a group tour than you ever would on your own. G Adventures is awesome.
I agree! Both of my trips with G Adventures were wonderful experiences, and I don't regret them at all. 😊
Agreed with you!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
do you think it wouldnt matter if you are a solo traveler within a group of couples and best buddies? I just thought maybe being in a group would highlight the fact that you are alone lol
Very interesting take on things! Personally, I’d rather travel solo. I’m inherently introverted. I like going on excursions in a group, but I’d rather have my own lodging and eat alone. And I don’t do well with dramatic people. So, I’d rather do most of my traveling alone.
That makes sense. Traveling with others can be tiring, especially if you prefer to be solo! 😊
For my last few international trips, my family and I booked a private tour guide at each of our destinations. You get the best of both worlds. This includes a local guide who is very knowledgeable about the area (guides are usually native to the area) and can make recommendations re: food, theatre, etc. As far as itineraries and sites, the private tours offer some preplanned lists, but they also offer flexibility in terms of adding/deleting sites from a list and deciding when to visit particular sites. They know the must-see sites and can recommend other places/things to do off the beaten path. And they can allow you some extra time at a site for photos or buying souvenirs. Most offer private transportation as well. And when you’re done for the day, you’re free to do what you want, whether eating somewhere or just hanging out or shopping.
There are also some drawbacks. You still have to be ready at a certain time in the morning to meet the guide. (I think you should start at a set time in order to maximize your time on the ground there.) Sometimes, you’ll get tour guides who don’t know the area or the history as well as they should. Additionally, because private guides are usually paid by the hour, you feel rushed and pressured to make the most of your time there. For booking flights and hotels, you’re on your own.
For safety reasons, I will never travel solo internationally, even if I have a private tour guide. The only times I will travel solo are when I’m in the U.S. and when I travel to cities I’m relatively comfortable with (this includes visiting friends I know there). My last solo trip was to Washington DC. I’ve been there 4 times and I still haven’t seen everything I want to see. I did have some business there, but it was more for pleasure (including catching up with some friends). :) I’ve also been to NYC several times and I would go back there solo to experience everything else I didn’t get to before and to visit friends.
Thanks for sharing, Vincent! I like your idea of hiring a private tour guide. Sounds like a great balance between maximizing what you see and having flexibility too. 😎
I love planning my own trips, the only reason why I would ever consider an organized tour is for the sake of company because I don't think I'll have fun on my own. Part of the fun for me is sharing the experience and I can't imagine having fun solo. Side note: you must be a mind reader man because this is exactly what I've been contemplating recently
Thanks! Glad the video was relevant. It's definitely worth checking out group tours, even just for the social aspect of it. 😊
Great video! 😊I did Central America with G Adventures and it was amazing! I totally agree with your pros and cons (though we didn't have much drama, which is really good considering we were travelling together for 1 month), but ultimately the pros won out for me. There was so much I ended up doing that I wouldn't have without the tour- either because I wouldn't have known about it or it wouldn't have appealed to me without deeper investigation eg. doing a cave tour of ATM in Belize or climbing a volcano in Guatemala. On the tour they had people visit our hostel to discuss these activities in more depth so we could make an informed decision. Plus, I just felt so much safer! Even when I went out to do things on my own (we had quite a lot of freedom during the days) I knew if anything happened to me or I went missing, someone would notice and raise the alarm. Privacy is a big thing for me and I am someone who needs alone time, which can be hard on group tours, but I still found time to do it. Admittedly really long group tours can be a bit draining for people who aren't super social (like me), but I found it was just about setting boundaries and pushing yourself to take those few hours here and there where you just rested up on your own and did nothing. Even people who were very social had to do that at times. There are certain places I will never go in a group tour (E.g Europe because it is pretty easy to travel through and I feel confident/comfortable with how things work), but a group tour is a really great option for places that are a little more out of my comfort zone 😊.
Thanks for sharing! I completely agree. I do think group tours can help see more places and make the experience safer, especially in places that are "off the beaten path." And I think G Adventures does a great job connecting the tours with locals in the area who can give it a more intimate experience. 😎
Ernest another awesome video ! I’m a big fan of traveling solo group travel is find with close friends for sure 🙏🏽. Stay awesome Ernest I love your channel ❗️
Thanks Jose! Hope all is well with you. We always appreciate your support! 😊
I travelled in 6 countries(S.E.A) by myself, but I'm thinking to do a group tour (Europe) due to my lack of direction skills. Group tour is expensive but I think it's worth it.
I definitely loved my experience on group tours. It's definitely more pricey, but I've had some of my best travel memories from those trips. 😊
Is group tour your Frinds our they are travels like you don't know each other?
I've been to Japan and Peru. Both times were with a group, and it was actually fun. I'd be willing to at least try solo travel someday, but I can do with a group.
I loved my group travel experiences too. So many great friends and memories. 😊
1) these are my 2 favorite tour companies because they are Responsible, Sustainable and give back to the local communities. That is one of my top reasons why I would choose to support them first before looking into any others. ( you forgot to mention that)
2) Having said that, I have yet to experience either one of these, but I plan to. - So yes, I will but I am on the older crowd side and don't qualify for the rustic trips for the younger crowd (unfortunately because a would love to stay in a (glass) windowless hut on a beach any day!
3) I am used to doing travel planning all by myself and try to travel on a shoestring. However, never traveled alone. I always had a friend to do travel with. Now its not that easy to find a friend who has the same time off as yourself, so I would probably prefer a small tour than go completely alone. Yeah, cuz that is kind of boring.
4) Cost/convenience/ hassle : Sometimes you look at a tour package and think "Woah! that is so expensive! overpriced! , I can do it so much cheaper." But could you really? Nickels and dimes add up. And if you really priced it out - apples to apples, you may find that there either isn't much of a difference, and even may be cheaper If a tour company did all the work for you and carried the responsibility on their shoulders and not yours. So, its a toss up. If you love the research and love spending hours and hours putting everything together, like airport transfers, tours, your whole itinerary, and you really value your freedom. by all means, go for it. Personally I would do my own thing but do it with a friend or family member (they actually are my most fun friends!) But if I didn't have a companion, I would go on a tour. Solo traveler not traveling solo.
5) Safety/Security - Ladies, example countries like Egypt. Do you really want the hassle? the stares? The men coming up to you again and again offering something.. Not to mention it really isn't safe. And then, Can you speak the language? There are places where NO ONE speaks English, I mean not a lick. (side note, my daughter has been in Egypt for the past month and will probably be there for another month. She is staying at a friend's family home in central Cairo. Her friend is a guy and his mother insists that she not go anywhere alone, even when she wanted to get an Airbnb, they (the whole extended family 😂) were too worried for her that she decided to continue to stay with them. At first, she felt constrained because she is so independent and was frustrated that she couldn't just go out for a run on her own. But it wasn't frustration with the family. It was actually true. She is cool with it now. ) So, Ladies think twice about going places that may be a bit more dangerous for women. Its a cultural thing. That being said, Europe? NO problem. You can go solo without a hitch. Actually anywhere in the world that is a relatively safe country is fine. Australia, New Zealand, etc... there are many places where you really don't need a tour for safety, only if you want the convenience of having someone else take care of everything.
Hope I answered your questions. Great video by the way. Thanks for it.
Thanks! You make great points as well. There are definitely pros and cons to traveling in groups vs solo. I have to admit that as someone who has done both, I actually prefer the group experience. Those were some of my most memorable trips. 😊
What are the best group travel companies?
Great perspective! We usually plan our own trips, because we find it (and enjoy) a challenge. But, we might have to consider a travel group in the future. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Dustin! 😊
I'm from Malayisa and I've been travelling with my family to other Southeast Asian countries, China (group trip) and UK(itenerary planned by my sister who studies over there).
The reason I dislike group tours is food waste. We had our meals together and the portion is just too large for us. It makes me sick when I see roughly 40% of food is left uneaten.
Besides, I do not have a good time taking photographs. Sometimes it takes more time composing the shots, but you gotta move.
Thanks for sharing your experience! 😎
I actually just got back from doing my FIRST solo group tour with EF GoAhead Tours to Italy (who I'd highly recommend) and it was the BEST experience of my life! I met some really awesome people! Group size was about 24-25 ppl, although I prefer a size around 16 at most, but I still had a blast! Everyone was awesome...no catty behavior.
Luckily for us, there was no getting up at 4am to head to a site..lol. The earliest time was 7:30am which I can manage..lol.
Although I had traveled internationally on a few occasions with others, I wasn't yet ready to take the full leap to traveling somewhere completely alone so I opted for a solo group tour thru EF GoAhead which gives you balanced time with visiting sites with your group as well as having full free days on your own. For me, I just didn't want the stress and responsibility of trying to plan out my itinerary for 10 days. Not only that, but there was a lot that I wanted to see in Italy and in general, you will see more sites on a group tour. There was no single supplement to pay as the tour was geared specifically for solo travelers. We started in Venice, then headed to Florence and ended in Rome.
But I extended my trip for an extra 2 days so when my group departed from Rome, I was all by myself in Italy and made my way down to the Amalfi Coast to Positano were I had booked an overnight stay and made my way back to Rome. It was an AMAZING experience! A little intimidating but adventurous at the same time. I realized during my time with my tour group in Florence and Rome, I found myself exploring those cities on my own. There were times were most of my group members were headed on a bus to visit a site and I would stay behind as I had my own activities booked via Trip Advisor and Viator..lol. Doing a tour with other solo travelers will help you learn a lot about yourself as to how comfortable or maybe, uncomfortable you might be moving around in another country. You may find yourself preferring to buddy up with someone or sticking with a few ppl...or....(like me), you may find yourself being more free spirited and adventurous 🙂
For me, traveling with a group of other solo travelers made me realize how independent of a traveler I actually am that I never realized. This is what I learned about myself. I wasn't dependent on my group to get around a foreign city. I booked my own food tour in Rome (in Travestere), did my own e-bike tour in Rome, booked my own cooking class in Florence, etc. So keep in mind that while you may be traveling with a group, you are NOT obligated to stick to the itinerary for the group. There is a lot of flexibility. I really enjoyed the mix of both, doing things with my group as well as making experiences on my own.
I'm now confident enough to travel completely SOLO on my own 🙂
Wow, that sounds like an amazing trip! Glad you had such a wonderful experience, and thank you for sharing. 😊
There was a time when I would plan all my tours, mostly because I had a set person or place to see. My last vacation to Australia and New Zealand was with Trafalgar tours and I totally would use a guided tour again if it is a place I am not familiar with or if I want special access to hard to get to places or just don't want to hassle all the planning.
Good to know! I'll have to check out Trafalgar tours. Thanks for sharing! 👍
agreed. Yes I also need to look into Trafalgar. Currently working with Down Under Answers and Go Way. 2 great companies who take care of everything even emergencies.
I do both :) My niece is stationed in Germany so I went and stayed with her for a month & a half. On the weekends I would go with her and her husband and during the week while they were working I would go on my own it was amazing. Being a woman I agree with you safety is a factor but if you travel smart you'll be ok. Use a wrist wallet or something that hooks into your bra. Backpacks are for a water bottle & souvenirs:) Save money where you can so you can spend on a cab for safety if you are stuck somewhere and it got late!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing. 👍
Great Video Ernest with great points
I personally did not like the G Adventures SE Asia trip because I thought we moved way too fast to really enjoy any of the sites. As a predominately solo traveler, I do constantly worry about my safety (and I'm a pretty big dude), however, there is also a rush I get when I get off of a plane or bus in an unknown area. I think both experiences (solo and group travel) are valuable to have so that you can get an idea of the type of traveler you are.
Thanks Rob! That's a good point. We spent a ton of time on those buses because of all the movements. Though we did have some crazy characters in our group that would keep us entertained while driving. 😄
Did you go all the way to Vietnam on that trip? I left the group after Ho Chi Minh City, but the pictures that I saw from the rest of Vietnam looked amazing!
Trip Astute Hey Ernest I did the whole trip back to Bangkok....Vietman was actually really nice but was definately the worse as far as transportation went as we spent 13 hours on a train going up the coast in less tham ideal conditions. I think I am more of a solo traveler but your vid definately highlighted great benefits of group travel. Great job.
Yeah, the negatives of group travel are why I don’t do that more often. I’m planning to take one to Israel and will go with a group (2 are on my list depending on my circumstances)but I will pay extra for single occupancy. I’m there for the trip not to hear someone’s life story (there is one in every group, lol).
So true! There's always someone in the group with some drama and baggage. 😂
Trip Astute worse! They find out I was a health care worker and insist on showing me their contact dermatitis! Every time. I apparently attract clingers with rashes, lol!
I am solo traveller as well. Agree with what you said. Also want to add, booking anything solo can be tough (even g or interpret). They can ask for solo premium, last min cancellation or changes before trip starts (G adventure, not necessarily bad change but it made me super nervous). When travelling with tour and if you cannot deal with your random snoring mate, it will cost you a lot more to switch room. Lastly, even G adventure is a Toronto founded company, but there are a lot of Australian travellers. I travelled with G and 2/3 of my group are Australian.
Thanks for sharing your experience. It's great that you had some Australians on your G Adventure tour too -- mine have been mostly Canadians and Europeans. 😄
Thank you so much for this video I'm planning on going on a vacation alone and it's a bit scary
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful! 😊
Great video. All the info I need, nothing I don't. Well done.
Thanks Matt! We appreciate the feedback. 😊
I like to travel solo i get to pick the spots i want to visit
Yeah, traveling on your own is the most flexible way to go.
Thanks man for this helpful video! Been researching all over the net but you helped me narrow down what to do. It was when you mentioned solo travel good if your going to visit few places or it’s walking distance vs. using group tours if you want to see more further away places. Excited to try G Tours for first time!
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful! I think you'll have a great time on your G Adventures tour. 😎
I've travelled solo for a number of years but always travelled 5*. They provide a single table so if you don't want to eat dinner on your own you can join that table. I plan my day by joining events on various travel companies. Have the best of both worlds, no drama in group tour
Definitely sounds like a solid approach. I like your idea of joining a single table where you can meet other travelers. 👍
I'm venturing off to Greece later this year as a solo traveler. I've never been there and have always wanted to go. As a kid, my mother, her sister, a cousin and I spent about 3 weeks on a bus tour of Europe and then a month with a Eurail pass. Very brave of Mom considering this was back in 1973 and English was not spoken that much in Europe! I found an apartment .1 miles from the Acropolis and I plan to spend a long time looking at the ruins and recalling my college history courses. I can do that as a solo traveler. I don't like to be hurried. Tours were just too expensive.
Right now, I'm planning other things I want to do and see. Anyone ever seen Delphi? I want to, but am unsure of the +$100 price tag. Thanks!! Great video, as always, Ernest!
Thanks Patricia! That sounds like an amazing trip. 0.1 miles from the Acropolis is incredible! 😊
And only $42/night USD! Hotels.com rocks!!
Great video! Thanks for the advice.
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful! 😊
You can see more solo but you can experience more in a group.
I feel like if you’re going somewhere significantly different to where you spend more of your days in the year then you should do group. Price difference is negotiable if you’re getting scammed / up charged or wasting time figuring out what to do next.
I agree. There are pros and cons to both experiences. I have yet to regret a group travel tour, but I'm also selective of where I would use them. For example, I tend to only use them in places where I lack confidence that I can coordinate or organize a similar itinerary.
I like to travel solo!
It gives me FREEDOM! I’m free to do what I want, when I want.
I make my own decisions too.
And I meet lots of people because I talk to everyone.
My videos are all about my journey in many countries, meeting people, adjusting, feeling at home anywhere and saving money too!
Happy journey!
Thanks for sharing, Rachel! 😊
Where do you meet people if you don't mine me asking?
Although it’s not as complex as international travel, the solo vs group discussion should also be considered for ski trips. Quite often it’s significantly cheaper with a group, just need to find one going to the resort on your list and see if the dates work. They sometimes even have lodging options too, Ie; ski in/out ($$$) or off property ($). On that note, can you do a review of hotel cards that can be redeemed at resort locations? Marriott’s 3 locations in Park City do not qualify for the annual night (which is only for cat 1-5). IHG & Hyatt are great keeper cards, but my family are only interested in ski destinations. Just a thought for a future video, thanks! Keep up the great content.
Great idea! Thanks for the tip and potential video topic. 😊
I always prefer solo travel, but every now and than I don't feel comfortable in a specific country alone (such as war torn countries, or countries where solo travel as a woman is dangerous)
That makes sense. It's definitely riskier in certain parts of the world. 😬
Thank u for sharing this info..Ive been wanting to go away but I hvent bcz I didnt want to go a lone..You’ve open my eyes to give group traveling a try..
Thanks for the feedback! Glad the video was helpful. I definitely recommend checking out organized group tours. Some of my best travel experiences were on group tours. It's a great way to meet people and see a lot of places without having to organize anything. 😎
Traveling via a group organization can be fun because you DO experience a lot vs travelling solo or with a group of friends but Ideally I'd like to try traveling solo, with a group of friends or maybe a group of friends and a personal tour guide at least once.
Also how do you get over the fear of traveling alone?a big thing for me is not being able to get around because of not knowing enough of the language
It's a valid fear. However, that can also be part of the fun. It's motivated me to try to learn new languages (i.e., at least key words and phrases). Also, you can often use apps like Google Translate if you're stuck in an area where you can't communicate in the local language. 😎
@@TripAstute true I’ve also seen multi way audio devices that can do the job have you heard of such? If so have you ever used it and what was it like?
Gateway1 is the best hands down. Affordable, AND one of the few tour companies that include flights.
Thanks for the tip. I'll have to check them out. 👍
Group travel sounds interesting I should give it a try at least once. My wife and I usually like to plan our own trip but with a group we might see more interesting attractions. And I thought you where in your low 30s lol
Ha. I'll be 40 next year!
It's definitely worth trying. I honestly love the group tour experience. Really made it easy too to see so many things and getting the local experience via our guide. 😊
Last year I travelled with TrekAmerica. It was awesome. They have really small groups (about 5-10 people, maximum is 13). So it was all really personal. This year I think about going to NZ with Gadventures... some people just told me that the groups are really big and it isnt personal at all... it is just always the same with each group... now I dont know... is Gadventures a good way to travel with young people (I am 19) ??
I did one of their younger tours (which used to be called the "YOLO tours"), and it was mostly travelers in their late teens to early twenties. In fact, I think there was only one other person besides me who was in their 30s in my group.
I think it's a good way to meet other international travelers too. On both of the GAdventures tours that I took, I met a lot of non-US travelers, which was very cool! 😎
Thanks for this video. I've been considering a solo trip to Mexico and have been a little nervous.
Thanks Davish! It's definitely worth considering a group tour. I did one in Panama since I was concerned about getting from one area to another, especially rural areas outside of Panama City. It ended up being an amazing trip, and I met some great people who I still stay in contact with even after all these years. 😊
Thanks. I'll look into those companies. It would be great to get to meet other travelers because I could use more travel buddies because most of mine don't go very often.
Thank you very much
Thank you for checking out our video and channel. 😊
Thank you for this. I’m trying to plan a trip next year and would prefer to do a tour group. Only issue is can’t find one for my dream destination 😭
Thanks! If you don't mind me asking, where is your dream destination? 😎
Trip Astute South Korea
@@jazmindelgado9191 Hey- I hope you found a company that could help you with this. If not, I know G Adventures and Intrepid do tours of South Korea, though they aren't super cheap. Personally, I travelled with G Adventures before on a different trip (in Central America) and had an amazing time. Hope you get to do your trip and have amazing time! 😊
Have travelled solo and on escorted tours however find listing to all the history of places difficult as I’m not really that interested in history or religion. When I have 5raveled solo I @lways seem to book the Wrong hotels. I’m keen to know which is best
Yeah, there are definitely pros and cons to both travel approaches. 👍
Hi Trip Astute. back in November of 2014 me and my cousin went with a tour group called Globus. we flew from either Newark or Logan airport into London's Heathrow airport we stayed in London went to the office of Globus in one of the hotels in London. they went over the itenery with us.
Things I liked about the tour group we got to talk about sports with other people they were telling me that there summer sport is cricket and I think he said they play 20 or so regular season games, we were telling him in the Us our summer sport is baseball and they play 162 games the guy that I was talking to was from Austrila or Austria ? I have my picture taken with a man his daughter is from Toronto in the photo he has a Maple leafs hoodie and I have a New York Rangers long sleeve shirt on. we went all over the country side of England we saw the sign of Birminingham where Black sabbath is from. your correct you meet a lot of people and see how they live by talking to them.
Things I don't like about tour groups we have to get up at 6:00 am NOT PM BUT AM we have to shower have breakfast the bus leaves at 7:30 am this is not a vacation. you have to do what the group want's to do not what you want to do.
Trip when you travel do you bring a hat of a sports team example La Kings , Toronto Maple leafs , New York Yankees , LA Dodgers, Philadelphia 76ers, Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Black Hawks?
Very interesting! That's cool that you meant some fellow sports fans, but I know what you mean about the early mornings. They can be brutal! 😬
I have another question me and my cousin are suppose to be going on vacation in October my travel agent gave us a good deal on Ireland.
I remember when Globus sent us a welcoming package. They mentioned in the package a lot of things 1 thing they mentioned that we have to have a pin in our credit cards is this still the same as it was in 2014?
Kind of ... You should be able to get away with your US credit card if it has a chip. The difference is that they use Chip & PIN in Europe, while we use Chip & Signature. Most times, the clerk will just ask you to sign the receipt. Though occasionally, you might encounter a vending machine or automated kiosk that requires a PIN number to approve the transaction. To get around that issue, I'll often use a mobile payment system (e.g., Apple Pay, Android Pay) to make the transaction. Most unattended kiosks and vending machines accept mobile payments, so it's been a great workaround. Of course, if all else fails, you can usually find someone who can help process the payment too. With so many American visitors, I think they are used to helping us out! 😄
My Capitol1 does have a chip my new Discover with the info on the back also has a chip.
Any good suggestions for travel groups over 30 years of age?! I'm interested in Ireland, but I would prefer a group of similar age (30s-40's).
I've had good results with GAdventures. I've also heard good things about Intrepid. However, I think it also depends on where you plan to travel. Some travel companies tend to have more travelers from a certain country (e.g., Intrepid seems to have a lot of Australian travelers on their tours).
Would you recommend a travel group for someone in their late 30’s? Not into the party scenery and value my sleep 😂
For sure. I did a GAdventures trip to Panama a few years ago, and it was mostly professionals in their 30-40s and some seniors. You can often ask when booking a trip if there are other travelers who are in the same age group as you.
@@TripAstute thank you for the information!
what if Im a solo traveler and opts to have a group tour? do u think the experience would be great? I mean I dont want to be in a group of couples and besties. that would only mean ill be leftout
I've done that several times. It's never been a problem for me. Though it probably depends on the type of group tour that you join. When I traveled, most of the travelers were single/solo travelers. 😊
Trip Astute Help I need help making vacation plans. Me and my cousin are looking to go on vacation from either November 3thrd or the 4th to the 9th or 10th. we first started looking at Universal in Florida, next he came up with group package with Globus to Ireland he only want's to do a tour group in Ireland he doesn't want to go on our own he want's something like the 2 you suggested I called both company's up and they said there are NO TOURS IN NOVEMBER Intrepid and G adventures. on our own my travel agent from Liberty said since were not driving Ireland wouldn't be a good idea. she said Universal would be better. But we have no kids the park closes earlier . I called the Visa signature concierge service they came up with 2 places
Alaska and Cancun watching your video theres Panama and costa Rica.
so for November 3thrd to the 10th any idea's with a travel group no to far we don't want to go to South east Asia or Thailand. in Ireland are there any other tour groups that you would recemond or basicly it would be the same as G adventures they don't travel to Ireland at that time of year? any idea's as a vacation to go on with tour groups?
Hi Mark! Traveling to northern Europe can be challenging in the winter months. I was hoping to travel to Scotland on our way to London for Christmas, but everything I have read seems to say that there is a high risk of snow, so I might have to change our plans too. That being said, Iceland might be worthwhile to check out. I think they are better prepared for snow, though I think it's more pricey than other locations in Europe. I think Iceland Air offers a free extended stopover in Reykjavik en-route to London. November is supposed to be a good time to visit Iceland as there tend to be fewer tourists.
In terms of Central America, I would highly recommend Costa Rica. It's an incredible place and super safe. You can explore either the jungle or the ocean. I think the jungle areas (e.g., Arenal and Monteverde) are more interesting, but I know a lot of people who go for the beaches too. Going closer to the equator also means that you're escaping the cold weather!
Hope that's helpful! Let us know if you have any other questions. 😊
Trip I do have more questions. what's the weather like in Iceland in early November? is it like the southern region of New York where it's like 50 degrees or is it like Canada or Maine where it can be 30 degrees? are there tour groups that go to that area if so are they G adventure and Intrepid or a different tour group? I called Intrepid and for Alaska there all booked up for Iceland theres only 1 seat on the bus left Costa Rica is also all booked up the only trip for the November third bell something So then I called G adventures they don't go to either Alaska or Iceland that time of year and Costa Rica is all filled up.
It's going to be pretty cold in Iceland if you're visiting in November (probably around 40 degrees Fahrenheit). I believe that G Adventures and Intrepid both operate in Iceland, but I'm sure there are others as well. Though it sounds like they don't have as many tours after the peak season.
You might be able to still do Costa Rica on your own, depending on where you want to go within the country. When I traveled to Costa Rica, I did it solo and didn't have any problems. I didn't drive, so I relied on hired drivers (which was a bit pricey), but it definitely was doable.
If you're set on Central America, you might want to check out Belize as well. I haven't personally gone, but I've heard great things about it (especially if you're snorkeling and diving).
I'm only 17 and by the time I get into college, I feel like travelling by myself to China. But I'm not sure if travelling alone would make me feel lonely and isolated, so if I could at least find someone to travel with me in college to China then it'll be good
If you stay at hostels, you'll likely meet a lot of other young travelers. That might be a way to meet others while traveling abroad. 😎
Are there any sites where you can organise group travel without paying through a business??
Not that I am aware of. Though I've met other travelers in the past at hostels and decided to group travel with them informally. I highly recommend hostels if you're looking to meet other travelers.
If I use intrepid or gadventures is it a monthly payment type thing ?
No, it should be a one-time charge. You basically book a tour and it includes your lodging and transportation (with the exception of your flights when arriving and leaving). Flights or bus transport within the tour should be covered by the booking.
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I want to start traveling but I don’t have anyone who can go with me due to their careers/families. I’m terrified of traveling alone-where can I find these group at? Thanks in advance :)
I would definitely check out G Adventures and Intrepid. I've done G Adventures twice and had amazing experiences on both trips! 😊
Thank You so much for the response. I’m look into both companies. Thank You again :)
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Yes, getting up at 4am while traveling isn't for me.
Ha! Normally, I would agree. But if you find yourself visiting Angkor Wat, then it's worth the early wake up. The sunrise in incredible and you'll avoid the high temperatures. 😎
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Looks like 2022 only has one choice now
Yeah, let's hope things get better. I think we are all burned out from this pandemic. 😞
Alone as groups dont like you smoking a blunt and kick you off 😅
Yeah, they tend not to appreciate any questionable activity or behavior. 😄
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing the valuable information but wish you would avoid the music. It is loud, distracting and annoying.
Thanks for the feedback. Sorry you found the music annoying. I feel like the videos seem very bare when I don’t have it, and when I do have it, some people complain. 😬
Trip Astute I didn’t have a problem with the background music. Can’t please everyone so do what’s best for you.
Heck No dot com ! We have a good plan together .... No ..... I believe in my boyfriend’s suggestions!!!
No ! I wouldn’t be stuck with anyone else because I don’t know their travel style .Tourists can be fun for 6 minutes and it’s over .
Ha! Yeah, I completely understand. Though I have to say that I've had some incredible experiences with others on group tours. I know it really depends on who is on your tour, so I may have been lucky! 😊
I can’t do groups, especially if they’re Americans. They’re exactly the kind of folks I’m trying to get away from.
G Adventures stole $361 from Me, June of 2022. Please stay away from G Adventures if You appreciate Your hard earned money.
Yikes! Sorry to hear that. What happened? I've used them several times and never had an issue so I'm curious about your situation.