Vacationing Solo? 12 Things Not to Do If You’re Leaving Your Guy Behind (6 of 7)

10. Don’t Plan a Trip Like You’re Single

If your solo trip itinerary is packed with wild parties, endless bar crawls, and barely any downtime, it might start looking more like a bachelorette weekend than a personal getaway—and that can send mixed signals, especially to someone waiting for you back home. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with having fun, letting loose, or saying yes to spontaneous moments. But when you’re in a relationship, it’s worth asking yourself: does this trip reflect me, or am I leaning into someone else’s version of what “freedom” should look like?

11. Don’t Compare Vacations

Try not to fall into the trap of comparing your solo trip to ones you’ve taken with your partner—especially out loud. Saying something like, “This is way better than when we went together” might feel harmless in the moment, but it can sting more than you realize. Not every trip needs to be a side-by-side comparison. You’re allowed to enjoy this experience for what it is, without measuring it against your past together. There’s room for both: the memories you make alone and the ones you’ve shared. Each has its own kind of magic.