Travel Solo Until Great Adventures Find You (SMASh 261)

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18 March 2023


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People would always ask, why travel solo? Why don't you try it, you'll understand why. One adage says, "Travel far enough to find yourself" which I shared in my WE144 entry. I'm not saying I am lost and that I have to find myself, I should say I am finding more things that could add value to my life. But yes, I can't deny the true meaning of solo traveling which is self-discovery.

I occasionally enjoy traveling in a group or with a friend, but most of the time I am more comfortable on my own. I don't like to reschedule trips merely because one becomes unexpectedly unavailable. I don't like waiting for the latecomers because I, for one, am sometimes late as well and I know how it feels for those waiting for me, lol.

Preferably, I like traveling in a group of two or three, not more than that because misunderstandings and conflicts are bound to happen in a large group. I do have a travel buddy here abroad, but I must say that she's the most hardworking one I ever meet who can work 30 days in a row without a break. Can you make it? Her job probably isn't that toxic that she can make it, but I can't.

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Most of the time, I would wait for her when she is free, but she prefers to rest instead of going out, which is understandable given her situation. I want to hike more mountains and visit more beautiful places, but if I keep waiting for her, how can I make it? Those were the thoughts that entered my mind one day while facing the horizon. Then I told myself, "I should continue traveling solo.

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I must say traveling changes me, physically and mentally. It gives me the ultimate freedom to do what exactly what I want to. No one would care, no one would nag, no one would disagree. Besides, I am more confident when I am solo. No hesitations to do things, no intimidations with others, no discouragements.

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But above all, as mentioned above, it is a way to self-discovery. Oftentimes, at the end of each trip, I discover something that I never thought I will be. I get to know what truly matters to me and what things can make me happy. Perhaps, this is the most incredible effect of solo traveling. I am gradually discovering my real me. And I must also say that a great adventure on every trip is a bonus.

Hong Kong is just too small that anyone can explore a lot of places in one day. I should be grateful for this opportunity and I should make it worth it while I am here. Because I am uncertain if I can still do this in my own country since the situations here and there are pretty different.

There are a lot of Filipina solo travelers here and I am starting to know them. Perhaps, I could invite one or two next time for a trip. I posted a survey on FB group to reveal who are the Filipina solo travelers here and I was overwhelmed by their answers.

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You can read their comments here


The shadows here were taken during my solo hike to the highest peak in Hong Kong which I will post soon. This is my entry for SMASh 261 Contest by @melinda010100.

On my way to the summit, I saw a rock covered with green plants and I thought of taking a photo of it. But what I saw made me laugh. My shadow looked like an alien here, lol.

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And who's my photographer most of the time when traveling solo? You can see its shadow here 😊.

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Thanks for stopping by. Happy weekend.

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I don't like to reschedule trips merely because one becomes unexpectedly unavailable.

That's happen when we wanna make a trip with many members. And most of the time that plan remain unsuccessful because most of them deny later giving various kind of excuses.

Making solo trip in mountain depands on area. In our area it's difficult because our way is not secure and many people prepare many traps to snatching everything from us.

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True. Depends on the area... I won't dare to hike a dangerous trail though.. Glad trails here are paved and easy to locate.. Besides, there are always hikers every weekend..

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Your companion does take exceedingly beautiful pictures💙

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It depends on the one setting the photo lol.. Angle matters..

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I agree, I sometimes also prefer going out alone but hiking?
Maybe I will join a solo joiner but alone? Don't think I can make it here

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Of course, not there in the Philippines... I don't think I can make it too. It's safe here in HK though... Lakasan ng loob lang..

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That's why I started solo travels in 2015. It was fun. So many people to meet. :)

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I think I understand your thoughts. I too liked to travel and usually did it alone with my thoughts.
You took some beautiful shadows. Success in the contest.

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Thanks @gertu , I like traveling with my thoughts too when there is no chance to travel in real life haha

!LADY

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I am referring to the actual fact that I was traveling alone, in my car, I met many beautiful places and I was only going with my thoughts.

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You do love traveling solo and that's great! At least you get to do what you want :) Great shots, sis! Good luck to you on the contest!

!LADY

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Thanks !LADY
Nababagot kasi ako maghintay dun sa kaibigan ko. Lage duty. Hndi ako mkakagala ng madami kung sya lang hintayin ko 🤣

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Ang galing din talaga Ng tripod photographer mo sis hehehe. Traveling solo will really make you discover something about yourself.

Keep hiking sis @jane1289 and maybe in hiking you will find your forever, ayeehh

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Besides, I am more confident when I am solo. No hesitations to do things, no intimidations with others, no discouragements.

I do a lot of things solo. Visiting somewhere you can gock at something for as long as you want or not take a second look at something that doesn't interest you. There's no rushing and you have complete self freedom. Might sound weird and many find it strange but I'll sit down at some restaurants all by myself.

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I'll sit down at some restaurants all by myself

I'm always doing that 😂😂... Yes, the freedom.. That's what I mean.. You're free to do anything without asking for validation from others...

!PIZZA

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I am never happy traveling in a group. These are great solo travel shadows! Thanks for entering the Shadow Contest 🌞

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