Gerty, my reaction is the same. I've met lots of solo female travellers - most of them full time on the road. Perhaps they're all too busy enjoying themselves to look at surveys.
When travel i do see more solo male then female,s .... But more of us ladies are getting brave enough to take the plunge and i say power to you ..All i can say to any ladies out there who are not sure start with little trips and you will be fine and we see you out there ....
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The only thing that I can think of re the "none of the above" people might be that they used to be grey nomads and have now retired to stay home? Nice to see the lady nomads numbers up there!
I am surprised that there is not more females as I meet more solo females than solo males in my travels.
We are all the same just get out there and do your thing.
Don't shy away from conversation as many will wait for you to say hello etc so always add a few words after the Hello (hello nice spot here etc) and always sit outside when you are idle not inside hiding. Sitting outside means you are open for a chat, inside means "leave me alone"
Regards Brian
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Wow - those figures are looking very interesting. BTW: This is my very 1st post - just got my acceptance to join the forums yesterday (took a while too).
I've been reading several posts in the solo section with great interest since I'll be a solo male when I eventually get organised. So - be warned - I have a zillion questions many of which will no doubt be FAQs so I really hope I don't annoy anyone with them.
I must say from the outset, I am very very impressed by this site and the people here. If you're all just half as friendly & helpful in the flesh as you are on this forum I'll be honoured to make your acquaintance.
I should prolly post something in my profile but I'm too lazy atm, but if anyone is curious about anything feel free to ask. ok - it's 5am here and I should hit the sack. See you all soon.
That's great advice Brian - not to stay locked up inside but rather sit outside to let the world know you are open to conversation etc. Thanks for that.
Welcome Xen - I'm new here too! Great place to be eh?
So Caravan Parks are better than being stuck somewhere off the beat and track if you want to meet other like minded folk - that makes so much sense to me. On average how much does it cost to stay for a week at a Caravan Park? I bet that's a hard one.
-- Edited by malfromcessnock on Tuesday 29th of May 2012 01:35:10 PM
So pleased to see a large group of "just dreaming at this stage" on board. We've got so many questions and need to learn the best way to be a "grey nomad".
A big thanks to all the veterans on this board for making it easier for us dreamers to "live the dream".
Exactly a quarter are just dreaming at this stage, and have the highest percentage. That means there is an awful lot out there yet to get started or the ones already out there don't have the time to come on and do the poll. Either way its looking good.
I find it easier to get company in a bush camp IF YOU WANT IT.
In the caravan jails I find you cant get the same result as you do in a camp.
People are more open in a camp and they are all doing similar things so more common grounds and better communications.
Price in caravan jails vary from about $70 a week to more than I can afford or want to part with to be packed in so I cant relax and enjoy life. I would rather spend my money where I am welcome to visit with no strings and also be able to spread my money in the town and not at one place the CP.
Regards Brian
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Yep - I bush camp around 25 days out of 30 - I go to van parks usually only to spend some time re-stocking pantry, picking up letters, filling tanks with water etc. Even then, I usually stay at small towns rather than the big cities.
And I must admit I meet the best, and most open-minded people, at bush camps. They seem more relaxed, are usually 'in tune' with the lifestyle and have much broader, and engaging conversations.
Cheers - John
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WOW!!!! 80 votess. It looks like the full timers are too busy to vote at the moment . This really only reflects those who have voted not the whole demographic of forum members as there are always some out of access etc.
I had an issue with the categories. I am a full time solo, part time nomad, lol! I'd love to be full time at both but my time will come. A few months this year was a great start for me and really sparked the enthusiasm. Monica
