“There is an unspoken bond you create with friends you travel with.”-Kristin Sarah
Over the past year, I have spoken a lot about traveling, choosing when, where, and how to travel. One point I haven’t touched on is who you should travel with, and how to select your core group of travel buddies.
Honestly, this is such a difficult and easy question for me.
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Difficult? How so?
It is difficult because most people want to travel with a loved one. This could include a significant other, children, a close friend, and so on. However, while we love these individuals dearly, they may not make the best fit as your travel companion.
Here’s why:
- You either have to rely on that person to be all in with you.
- OR you have to compromise with that person and possibly leave out a destination you want to go to.
This is why I said finding the right travel partner(s) can be difficult!
Thankfully, I have the perfect fix for these common travel challenges.
The easy decision: Choosing travel buddies
Selecting a travel group of like-minded individuals is an amazing way to enhance your travel experiences.
Travel groups like my Tre’s Travel Experiences Travel Lovers group are mostly made up of other travelers who want to travel, but do not have anyone to go with. Sometimes, depending on the destination, it may feel safer to travel with someone. The good thing about travel groups is that you are able to book a trip with the group, without having to have someone you know book the trip with you.
You are able to select a destination, book your spot, and then be paired with another solo person (you can room by yourself while still being part of the group if you so choose).
Traveling solo with a travel group means that you won’t be alone. You will have many other people in the group with whom to connect and have fun. Most groups have tours and excursions included in packages, along with leisure time as well. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to have fun with the group, but to also enjoy quality solo time.
If you and your friends, spouse, or children would like to travel, but do not want to deal with the hassle of planning, you are able to utilize travel groups to book multiple spots as well. This will give you the security of a travel group, but still allow you to be able to travel with loved ones as well.
The main point is for you to select a travel group that fits your travel style.
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Here are some tips to ask your potential travel group while deciding:
- If the trip gets cancelled, what is the policy?
- Insurance should always be offered to you when booking with any travel agency, especially with working in groups.
- Agency credit policy should also be in place as well, so do not hesitate to ask.
- What all is included in the package price?
- I firmly believe that at least SOME meals, excursions/tours, transfers, tips & gratuities, resort/hotel fees etc. should be included in the price of any package.
- If you have to coordinate every…single…thing…yourself…then, what is the point of selecting a travel agency to begin with?
- Will there be leisure time?
- Ensuring that every second of the trip is not planned out is important.
- You should have time to fit in other activities that you would like to do.
- Is it mandatory to stay with the group?
- To me…this is VERY IMPORTANT.
- If you are a solo traveler who likes to explore, you need to know the expectations of your chosen travel group.
- Having time to yourself is very important, and allows you the time needed to get the experience that you want for yourself.
- Personality of the group leader, other travelers….or is it a free-for-all?
- Some agencies put together groups, and you may never meet the people you are traveling with until you have started your trip…this can be VERY STRESSFUL!
- I personally believe that it is important to have like-minded travelers on each trip.
- Meeting prior to travel can work wonders for compatibility.
Overall, travel groups are amazing — if you choose ones that are the best fit for you! Some will be based on wellness activities, or adventures…some just simply for companionship. No matter the reason, be selective in who you travel with.
Just remember to enjoy every…single…moment…and live your life to the ABSOLUTE FULLEST.
Why?
…Because Chantre’ says so
As always your travel friend,
Tre’
My name is Chantre’ (Tre’ for short). I am a military brat and soon to be a military wife. I have two fur babies; a Rottweiler named Duke and a German Shepperd named Aurora. I am a travel agent that specializes in EVERYTHING!…mostly fun quick trips or international trip for me personally, but I love researching for every client as if I am traveling with them.
Traveling is where my passion lies. Being in school my whole life, I am at the point where I am now settled and ready to begin my journey to explore the WORLD as much as possible. I have a yearning to see new things and cities, and experience other beliefs and cultures. As a young woman, it can be difficult to find other women that are in the same mindset as I am, and who are ready to take this journey with me in this season of my life…this is why I started my @tres_travelexperiences business and blog. I want to be able to share my experiences with others who share my passion for travel, but are being held back. Experience traveling through my journey.
I am passionate about being able to connect with other women no matter age or background, that are seeking travel experiences as I am, and just need someone to travel with like me. Prior to meeting my love, I was fully prepared and had literally booked a 15 days trip to Europe…SOLO. The amount of courage it took, I cannot even describe but I am thankful to God that He settled my mind, heart, and soul to take the leap. I know every woman may not want to do the same, so I am more than happy to plan a trip for others, whether big or small, solo or group.
If you have an urge to travel, but no one to travel with …come join me on one of my upcoming trips! On my Facebook page, you will find events where you can register for upcoming trips that I have planned which are open for you to join us. You will also find travel deals that I have created, but can be customized for your specific needs. Some of my trips will be very kid-friendly due to my current auntie role, so please reach out and connect with me in the links below. Feel free to contact me for a chat about what your specific needs are and I will be more than happy to have a chat with you!
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