Originally Posted By darcy-becker I'm starting to consider a solo trip to DL April 2011. Anyone have pointers for a trip by myself. I've been to DL several times last time in 2005 and to DWD once last year. I'd especially like to know about hotels you'd feel comfortable in as a woman alone. Thanks
Originally Posted By lauriesk I have always gone solo to Disneyland. I felt very comfortable at the Sheraton Park on Harbour plus alsp the Candy Cane Inn on Harbour and the Howard Johnson on Harbour plus the Best Western Park Place Inn. I try to stay near the resort so when I walk there is always alot of others walking. Safety in numbers thing I guess.
Originally Posted By dlkozy I always slip a paperback in my purse on the times when I have gone alone in case I am waiting a long time for dinner at a table service restaurant. I like Marriott's or Hilton on Convention Way. You are never standing alone to catch the ART outside of DL and you are dropped right in front of either hotels with lots of people coming and going. And unless things have recently changed, Hilton and Marriott's are on different routs with ART meaning if you miss one-catch the other as they are only across a small street from each other.
Originally Posted By jbkuchon The Park Vue Inn is directly across the street from the pedestrian entrance to Disneyland and it's always crowded with people coming and going. The rooms were sizable with a refrigerator and microwave, and it was clean. Plus there is free breakfast every morning.
Originally Posted By WDWdreamin I don't know about hotels, but I have done quite a few DL trips lately. I'd say to take your time, enjoy the little things around you, talk to people around you/in line. I usually take a book, but I only read when waiting for parades/shows/etc.. Go do the things you haven't ever done, or haven't done in years. Have fun!
Originally Posted By Linda1633 I felt very safe staying at the Candy Cane Inn by myself. I took breakfast to my room and used the shuttle, especially after dark.
Originally Posted By Sparrow You could always buy some pepper spray. Lots of stores carry it. It's less potent then mace. I carry a little thing of it in my purse at all times because sometimes I have to park far from my apartment. Security hasn't found it on me yet but I have a big purse.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub There does seem to be more homeless people on Harbor now.Of course more homeless people on every corner everywhere now. And the Union Repesentation on Harbor and Disney Drive.But the scariest thing outside of Disney Resort is the heavy traffic and pedestrian dangers. Didn't the Anaheim police have a mobil unit on Harbor with police on bicycles?
Originally Posted By EmmaJayne I just did a five month around the world trip by myself my advice would be Don't stay at the park until too late, Harbor isn't the safest street to walk on alone at night but if you are walking at a time when many families are leaving the parks you should be fine. I have stayed at the Howard Johnson Anaheim times, both with family, friends and alone and would reccomend it. I made sure I always had a book and loaded my iPod up with movies/ TV episodes so when you are lonely at night, rest times and meals you have something to focus on. Hoenstly as though you can never feel lonely at Disneyland and I couldn't imagine a safer place to visit alone. Also make sure someone back home knows exactly where oyu are staying and what means of trnasport you are using.
Originally Posted By EmmaJayne Sorry to double post, but I did want to point out I was 20/21 during that time and look a lot younger and the only time I ever felt a little vulnerable was walking from Disney to Hojo at about 1am.. Definitely better ot stick with a crowd
Originally Posted By iamsally I am sure you will be fine. I have walked back from Disneyland late many times. There always seems to be police around. It goes without saying that coming and going with large crowds is safest. Especially if you are at all uncomfortable. I love Disneyland solo. You can do whatever you want whenever you want and do not have to do anything you don't want. My upcoming trip was not supposed to be solo at all but my DH has to work. (First time in a year, he HAS to work.) So, my DD and family will be with me for the better part of a week. Then DH will join me. But I will have a few days to myself. For a while it looked like the whole two weeks might be solo but it is working out. If you would like to meet up with any LPers who may be in the park at the same time; start a tread in the meets section. This can be a great way to spice up your solo visit.
Originally Posted By pecos bill Anywhere on Harbor between Katella and the HoJo property is generally a very safe zone. Sketchy people dont seem to loiter around there, and it is very rarely deserted. I hope you have a great time, and dont be self conscious about being alone. People are far too involved in their own gig to fret about someone being solo. Be positive and good things will happen.
