Today was our free day in Sydney. We were planning to go whale watching, but that canceled at the last second (they probably should have told us before we took Dramamine. Talk about being sleepy all day!). I was really disappointed, but still looking forward to the Bridge Climb.We went into town for lunch, where there was a small market going on. Then we went to take the Bridge Walk tour. This tour was absolutely amazing! It was so much fun, and you learn a lot from your guide while standing hundreds of feet from the highway below! The distance is only about a 30 minute walk, but with the stopping for picture taking and the dragging of our safety equipment, it took nearly three hours! It was also cold and windy. At times, I felt like, if I didn't have my harness, the wind would push me right over the handrails and off the edge! It was still enjoyable though! Then, during the evening we went to the Sydney light show, where they displayed moving lights across the buildings of the city. It was so beautiful. Then, we walked through the city looking for a restaurant to eat at for dinner, and we encountered a LOT of strip clubs... and it wasn't even King's Cross! Could you travel independently? Why or why not?
I think it's possible for anyone to travel independently. The problem with that is, for some people, making decisions in a foreign environment is outside their comfort zone. As for myself, personally I have no idea whether or not I'd be able to travel independently. If I were given the opportunity to travel by myself, I believe I'd take it, because I usually have good judgement when it comes to planning out the day and making quick decisions. Also, I wouldn't have to wait for anyone when getting ready in the morning. However, I think I'd be absolutely terrified to travel by myself. If I got lost or got into trouble, there'd be no one to miss me or notice I was gone. Furthermore, during the quiet moments, I think I'd be very lonely. I could make friends with other people, but I'd have to leave them behind every time I moved on, and vice versa. Also, I just don't believe it's as interesting traveling alone as when I'm with friends. Groups always become closer when we travel together, and we create so many memories that we'll always cherish and laugh about together for years to come. I suppose that if I were to travel independently, though, I'd relish it, because I enjoy spending time alone with myself. But I would start feeling very lonely after a short span of time. I'm a people person, and I love company. I could consider that to be one of my "comfort zones", and travel independently on purpose in order to stretch outside my comfort zone. I know I'd be completely terrified to do it, but if given the opportunity to travel independently, I know I'd take it. After all, it's just another adventure.
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