Thanks, Cyra! You’re right: there are lots of opportunities to find people to talk to, and I’m not shy about talking to strangers. I’ll just be a bit nervous at the beginning of the trip, I think. We’ll see. I’m sure I’ll post about it here at some point during the trip.

It’s true that eating in restaurants can be a bit awkward, thankfully after a long time on the road now (and wanting some “me” time in the evenings as I travel for 6 months of the year for work) I have gotten comfortably used to being the girl with no friends.

You are right, a good book always helps, and thankfully in Spain, where I am travelling mostly for work, the culture can be very casual when eating out – just some tapas alongside drinks in the bar. This means I always end up chatting with the bar person or other people also hanging out at the same bar, I never truly feel like I have no company unless I really don’t want any.

Yes, people keep telling me I’m brave. That makes me nervous! I hope I don’t end up needing any bravery!

As you’ve quite thoroughly pointed out, there are Pros & Cons to travelling solo, but there is an element of bravery to it as well, so pat yourself on the back! 🙂

Thanks for the vote of confidence, Tracie!

Thanks, Doreen! On this trip to the Caribbean I don’t think I’ll be eating in restaurants much. I need to keep my spending down as much as possible! And when I’m alone, you’re right, it becomes much more about sustenance than enjoyment.

I look forward to reading yours! Why do people think we should be joined at the hip once we’re married?