10. Don’t Worry, It’ll Get Better
What in the heck is THAT supposed to mean? What, because I’m enjoying a beer at an airport bar by myself, or wandering around a museum, hiking a trail or sitting in a cafe alone that I’m in the doldrums? Save your pity and pep talk. I don’t need it, thanks.
11. Want Me to Recommend Some Bars You Should Go To?
You assume I’ll need to blunt the pain of my loneliness in these exotic climes by getting blotto as soon and as frequently as possible, huh? Thank you, kind native, for suggesting that I destroy myself on booze when I just paid hundreds of dollars to get to some distant land. Don’t assume all solo travelers are looking for a party. Those that are will ask if they want your suggestions.
12. What Do You Do For a Living?
Okay, so not only are the odds good that the person you’re talking to isn’t traveling for business, but how hollow is this question to begin with? Why do people use this as a universal ice-breaker? Do you really want to invite some random person to blather on about their (ugh!) job? With the exception of movie stars, astronauts, and race car drivers (and that’s it) no one else’s job is interesting unless you work with them. Period. Most of us travel to escape work, so please don’t bring it up.
