February 2012 - Ask me anything!
If you've got a problem, resident Candis agony aunt Denise Robertson can help. From money worries to family matters, Denise offers readers her unique brand of caring advice...
"Holidaying alone scares me"
When my husband was alive we had some lovely holidays together and I have some wonderful memories. But I haven’t plucked up the courage to go on holiday since he died and now, as yet another year begins, I feel in need of a break. All my close friends still have partners and although one of them offered me the chance to go with them last summer, I don’t want to intrude. I’ve heard people talk about singles holidays, but I can remember that if ever there was someone on their own on holiday where we were I used to feel rather sorry for them. Quite apart from that, my husband always saw to the arrangements and shepherded me through things like airports. I’m not sure I could manage on my own and the thought of staying in a countryside hotel by myself, the only thing I think I could manage, doesn’t appeal. How can I build up the courage to go it alone or should I simply settle for staying safe at home? Annie
Denise says: I think a break away would do you the world of good and happily there are lots of holidays available to choose from now, especially for people who are new to single travelling. Your local travel agent will have lots of brochures so why not pick up a few to look at in the comfort of your own home? There are energetic holidays, art and intellectual getaways and others designed simply to enjoy plenty of sun, sea and sand – so you’ll be spoilt for choice! Plus there’s usually an organiser on hand who sees you through things like the airports and customs and arranges all those details you say you are scared of. You might also like to consider Saga holidays, escorted tours or perhaps a river cruise. My husband and I went on one last year and had a wonderful time. There were a few single people on the trip, but there was such a lovely and sociable atmosphere that they were quite naturally included in everything. Some of the people we met were on their second or even their third cruise, so they must have found it a welcoming experience!
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