My 'Best Friend' Trip? Almost Gave Me PTSD.
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She wanted BBQ but complained it was too pricey. So, she got some rice noodle rolls just to have something in her stomach. The little bit of BBQ she eventually ordered didn't fill her up at all. I suggested trying something else, but she wouldn't agree. Seriously, who goes on vacation and eats BBQ instead of trying the local specialties? Still hungry, she then craved some braised duck. After spending over 50 RMB on it, she complained it wasn't as good as the duck near her school. What on earth does she actually want?!
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Same here, traveling with good friends can be exhausting at times. It was the May Day holiday, so of course, hotel prices were up β that's normal. But she was like, 'Damn capitalists, jacking up prices so much for the holiday!' (My thought: if you choose to travel during peak season, expect higher prices). The most ridiculous part? I picked the hotel. My friend is quite frugal and couldn't accept anything too expensive, so I chose a mid-range king bed room for 380 a night. When we got to the room, she actually complained, 'There isn't even a washing machine!' I explained that most hotels have a separate laundry room. She looked disgusted and said she'd stayed in cheaper hotels that had in-room washing machines. Then she went on about how 'this awful hotel's lighting is so dim,' and so on. I mean, come on! If you want better, pay more, right? I'm quite picky about hotels myself and felt this was perfectly fine for the price and environment.
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I think the happiest way to travel is to go alone. Everything goes according to your own plans, and it's just incredibly joyful.
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The downsides are that food portions might be too large [for one person], and accommodation can be a bit pricey...
But once you realize you're traveling for happiness, not to save money, it gets a lot better! -
Try traveling with your parents; you'll definitely have a meltdown.
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Oh, I've tried that long ago. It feels like they're not out to travel but to exercise. They don't look at anything, don't do anything fun, don't even take photos β just power-walk straight ahead. If I go into a shop to browse, they rush me. It's a total buzzkill. And if I get upset, they say I'm being immature.
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My partner and I just got back from a trip and saw this. We're both girls, so when we travel, we discuss everything. She's very considerate of me, and I am of her. She handled snagging the train tickets and high-speed rail, so I took care of the hotel. She researched food guides, I looked up attraction guides, and we planned things together. Even if we make a small mistake like taking the wrong turn, we can laugh it off and find our way again. That's what's great β not blaming each other is the best part.
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I'm truly so envious.
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Traveling is truly the most direct way to see people's true colors.
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It's probably due to different values. Traveling is really about mutual compromise; it's best to find people on the same wavelength. For me, even for independent international trips, I'm the one who does all the planning. I even prepare at least two backup plans, ready to switch if any issues arise. The other 'sisters' (older female friends) are also accommodating me, especially since the only elderly person in our group of five is my mom.
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Don't travel with close friends too readily. Different habits can genuinely strain the relationship.
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This big data recommendation feels a bit weird. But I'm good, actually; I have fun traveling with any of my friends.
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Do you have PTSD, @θ§ζοΌζη€ΌεΈ½ηοΌ?
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I'm so lucky, my travel buddies are all awesome! We might have disagreements, but we always understand and compromise with each other, and always think of the other person. Even when I travel with my parents, it's super fun!!
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Just constantly providing emotional support for each other, hahaha!