I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Cheers,

Bob

welcome to the forum, maybe you could take a short break first to see if you like it and see how you get on, i have been a member for just over a month now and to what i have seen everyone on here seem genuine and friendly, i used to travel a lot on my own many years ago and i did meet new friends through the experience, i like you have had a rough time recently and decided to take the plunge and join JY, i am going to Australia later in the year

as Bob said 'go for it' it'll make your world a lot brighter

all the best

Dave

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hello Sarah!

Good for you 🙂 that you have decided to grasp the opportunity to

travel within a safe environment, as well as enjoy the benefits of seeing other countries !

Congratulate yourself - as I did when (at 55!), I realised I should have done it sooner - it was a learning curve for me for 2 reasons:

a) I had been receiving JY brochures through the post for 5 years(!),

before I had the confidence to book a holiday(to Tuscany) and needn`t have worried - it was a great experience !

b) I learned heaps about myself as a person and met other confident women on the trip ,who gained their strength from taking the plunge with JY !

I highly recommend JY to you, and yes, there will be people older than you on your prospective holiday - but it doesn`t matter because everyone socialises 🙂

If you decide to book a trip, I look forward to your review on the community site - life`s for living, make the most of it !

P.s. By travelling with JY , I also hope to I demonstrate to my 2 grown-up children that there`s a wide world out there to explore, even if relationships go `pear-shaped ` !

Regards,

Janet

Good for you to get out of a long-term relationship which wasn't 'right' for you.

I was married for 23 yrs and now 5yrs single I have booked my first JY holiday in October, I am going to the Austrian Lakes. Excited and extremely nervous would describe me to a T :lol

Whatever you decide I'm sure that you will enjoy it, and from reading the threads in this forum I'm certain you will meet many new friends.

Sue

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hi Sarah

I agree with Bob just go for it! I went on my first Jy holiday four years ago. I chose China-always wanted to see the Great Wall- and it was a great introduction to travelling on my own. On this holiday all meals are taken with fellow travellers which is a great way of getting to know people. Have also done west coast of America and India. This year am doing New England and Canada.

Hope you enjoy whichever holiday you decide to book

Lesley

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Hi Sarah,I was nervous and full of self doubt but took the plunge and I have just booked my first JY holiday and choose the golden west usa tour, my reasoning was if it all goes pear shaped at least they speak the same language. No matter which holiday you choose i am sure you will have a great time and glad to hear you are ready to get on with your life.:thumbup:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

I went on my first tour on 31st January 2013 to Thailand. Loved it so much as soon as I got home I was looking for my next trip. I have now booked to go to Florida on 5th Sept. Every one, no matter of age, got on so well it was amazing as I don't make friends easily but felt so part of "the family" from day one. Hope you manage to find a trip soon, you never know what or who is round the corner......Enjoy

Jean

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hi Sarah,

Last week I booked my first solo trip on the 'Highlights of Tuscany' tour for the 13th June of this year. I have read in the forum that this is a relaxed trip to ease you in but I guess it would depend on what you like and when you're available to travel.

I'm glad you have finally got the courage to do this - I, myself am excited to see new things and make new friends and wish you the very best in it all.

Rae

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hello Sarah,

Welcome to the Forum.

I am going on the Cilento Coast tour in June. This will be my fourth holiday with Just You. There are a variety of tours. I would suggest that you choose a tour that interests you. I would reiterate that you will not be on your alone unless you wish to be and will be well looked after from start to finish.

I hope the plunge and good luck with your travels.

Mel

Ps I cannot wait to get away to Italy in June. All reports say that the tour is a really good one. You can relax on the beach and do some touring as well.

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hello Sarah!

Good for you 🙂 that you have decided to grasp the opportunity to

travel within a safe environment, as well as enjoy the benefits of seeing other countries !

Congratulate yourself - as I did when (at 55!), I realised I should have done it sooner - it was a learning curve for me for 2 reasons:

a) I had been receiving JY brochures through the post for 5 years(!),

before I had the confidence to book a holiday(to Tuscany) and needn`t have worried - it was a great experience !

b) I learned heaps about myself as a person and met other confident women on the trip ,who gained their strength from taking the plunge with JY !

I highly recommend JY to you, and yes, there will be people older than you on your prospective holiday - but it doesn`t matter because everyone socialises 🙂

If you decide to book a trip, I look forward to your review on the community site - life`s for living, make the most of it !

P.s. By travelling with JY , I also hope to I demonstrate to my 2 grown-up children that there`s a wide world out there to explore, even if relationships go `pear-shaped ` !

Regards,

Janet

Oh Janet that is all so true. I turn 55 next week and after being divorced last year i have never had so much fun and freedom it seems all of a sudden the whole world is at my feet. i am going to do the "inspirational china" this year, not sure which date yet. I'm jumping in with both feet first as I can get on with just about anyone and have no worries at all about my first single holiday. This forum has made me feel welcome already

Welcome to the forum.

Its difficult to suggest a holiday as not sure what you would prefer (beach, touring, activity, etc) but just suggest reading up about the holidays and go with your instincts.

I've got my 9th & 10th JY holidays booked and enjoyed a good variation of holidays, not done a bad one, they are all well organised.

Would say in your 20's you are likely to be the youngest on the trip but age isn't a issue if you are comfortable with that. I've found the vast majority of travellers are 50 upwards although there is usually a few younger, certainly had people in their 20's on a few trips. I'll add all ages seem to get on great on these holidays and wouldn't let possibly been the youngest put you off.

Mick

Well it looks like you have had a good welcome. Now where and when to go, resort or touring etc. I suppose that depends on how much money you have to spend.

I go on my first Just You holiday in May to Texas although I have travelled on my own with Travelsphere etc. I find the touring holidays are good value for money especially USA west coast (at least there is no language barrier). Every day there is something new to see and enjoy.

I believe the younger members tend to go on the long haul holidays as opposed to Europe but no doubt I will be proved wrong!! But as everyone says age is just a number.

All the best in choosing a holiday but before you finally choose get a feedback from the forum.

Malcolm

Hi everyone!

Just to confirm what everyone else has said. You will not regret joining a Just You Holiday I am sure. Did my 1st one over Xmas and New Year had a fabulous time In S.Africa.

Have now booked my 2nd trip in June. I am going to the Cilento Coast too Mel what dates do you travel there. Val

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I am going on the Cilento Coast tour in June. This will be my fourth holiday with Just You. There are a variety of tours. I would suggest that you choose a tour that interests you. I would reiterate that you will not be on your alone unless you wish to be and will be well looked after from start to finish.

I hope the plunge and good luck with your travels.

Mel

Ps I cannot wait to get away to Italy in June. All reports say that the tour is a really good one. You can relax on the beach and do some touring as well.

Hi everyone!

Just to confirm what everyone else has said. You will not regret joining a Just You Holiday I am sure. Did my 1st one over Xmas and New Year had a fabulous time In S.Africa.

Have now booked my 2nd trip in June. I am going to the Cilento Coast too Mel what dates do you travel there. Val

.

I am going on the Cilento Coast tour in June. This will be my fourth holiday with Just You. There are a variety of tours. I would suggest that you choose a tour that interests you. I would reiterate that you will not be on your alone unless you wish to be and will be well looked after from start to finish.

I hope the plunge and good luck with your travels.

Mel

Ps I cannot wait to get away to Italy in June. All reports say that the tour is a really good one. You can relax on the beach and do some touring as well.

Hello Val,

I am going on the 9th June. I think that you are either going before or after me I think. We will have to touch base to talk about our respective hols.

All the best.

Mel

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hello Sarah!

Good for you 🙂 that you have decided to grasp the opportunity to

travel within a safe environment, as well as enjoy the benefits of seeing other countries !

Congratulate yourself - as I did when (at 55!), I realised I should have done it sooner - it was a learning curve for me for 2 reasons:

a) I had been receiving JY brochures through the post for 5 years(!),

before I had the confidence to book a holiday(to Tuscany) and needn`t have worried - it was a great experience !

b) I learned heaps about myself as a person and met other confident women on the trip ,who gained their strength from taking the plunge with JY !

I highly recommend JY to you, and yes, there will be people older than you on your prospective holiday - but it doesn`t matter because everyone socialises 🙂

If you decide to book a trip, I look forward to your review on the community site - life`s for living, make the most of it !

P.s. By travelling with JY , I also hope to I demonstrate to my 2 grown-up children that there`s a wide world out there to explore, even if relationships go `pear-shaped ` !

Regards,

Janet

Oh Janet that is all so true. I turn 55 next week and after being divorced last year i have never had so much fun and freedom it seems all of a sudden the whole world is at my feet. i am going to do the "inspirational china" this year, not sure which date yet. I'm jumping in with both feet first as I can get on with just about anyone and have no worries at all about my first single holiday. This forum has made me feel welcome already

:thumbup: Thumbs up to you Sue !

I`ve always felt that it`s nice to read about places of the world........

...but there`s nothing like going there!

We all may as well have a look around while we`re here -

I want something to think and talk about when I`m too old to travel !

Best Wishes,

Jan

Do not let age put you off booking a Just You holiday - after all age is just a number. I have done 4 Just You holidays and each one has been a fantastic experience. When I first decided to travel on my own, I picked Jordan as I always wanted to see Petra. Just decide on a destination you always wanted to see and book it. You will have a great time with Just You as you are looked after from start to finish. You will meet people of all ages and share their life experiences. When I went to Jordan we had a couple of ladies in their early 20s.

Good luck.

Jaya

Go with an open mind and a friendly smile - you won't go wrong. I look forward to seeing posts about how much you enjoyed your first JY holiday!

PS I have now booked for Apulia in October and can't wait.

Hi everyone!

I'm a 24-year-old female based in the North of England, looking to travel for the first time by myself. I'm very excited as well as nervous about this prospect! After coming out of a six year relationship at Christmas, I feel ready to tackle the world again, and thought a holiday would be a great way to reward my hardwork and give my confidence a much-needed boost.

Any hints, tips, or suggested destinations for a novice single traveller would be greatly appreciated. :heart:

Thanks for your time - I look forward to getting to know you all. 🙂

Sarah x

Hi, Good girl for taking control.Because your so young I would have a word with customer services or Ben and try and get on a hol with a good mix of age.Maybe America.I've done Spain and Italy,mainly age was average 50's.Unless it wouldn't bother you.Nearly everyone is very young minded anyway !!!!