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More often than not, I would go out exploring by myself at least for a few hours. I am sort of a wanderer myself and liked to just explore various parts of cities on my own. Back when I was running a lot, I'd plan a 4-6 mile loop linking parks and sights and/or neighborhoods and jog/walk it. If you're into running, it's a very enjoyable way to explore a city when the weather is nice. When the weather was crummy I would usually do the 2-3 hour nap, workout at the hotel, have lunch then head off to a museum or settle into a pub or café until dinner time/happy hour then either meet up with a good crew or do something solo. My usual brief with the crew was that if I'm there at the agreed on time for dinner/drinks then great but don't wait on me if I'm not. No one likes being stood up and I try to avoid doing it to fellow crewmembers while also not tying myself down if I get sidetracked while out and about.Originally Posted by bsh932
In all seriousness, do many people go out exploring solo or do they usually go out with other crew members? I’m not antisocial, but I tend to like to wander by myself, especially when I am doing photography. I’m sure I’ll meet up for dinner most the time, but there might be times I want to continue exploring without being tied to a schedule.
On a few occasions, I'd mention my plans and someone would want to tag along or vice versa. Did and saw some very cool things that way too. Whether you roll solo or with the crew, it's tough to have a bad time with the right attitude.
I'll add that public transit is a cheap and easy way to explore; definitely not the intimidating bugaboo that some people seem to think. Just keep your head up and watch your surroundings. Don't be one of those sheeple with your nose buried in your phone. Most systems in large cities are very logical and easy to puzzle out with just a few minutes of research, reading a map/looking at signs and a basic sense of direction. The one or two times I've been in a pickle or got turned around, I've always found people to be helpful when I've asked. Even in Paris.