The rules of traveling are not so different from the rules of real life—with a bit more flexibility. Travelers often have a certain spontaneous aura about them, leading them to make decisions they might not normally make back home. For this reason, you often hear stories of people who join other travelers they’ve met on their journeys. Is this a normal thing to do? Should it be encouraged? Let’s discuss this matter a bit further.
Going With The Flow
So you’ve embarked on a solo trip, and you’re having the time of your life. All of the sudden, you meet a group of people who seem cooler than anyone you’ve ever met. They feel like your best friends, and before you know it, you realize that you want to continue traveling with them. Should you do it, or is that crazy?
Trust Your Gut
From a perspective of objective safety, we’d probably tell you not to do it. But if all you cared about was safety in life, then you probably would not have embarked on this trip in the first place. You are ready to take a few risks on this adventure you’re having—and the question of whether or not you should do it will have to boil down to your gut instinct.
Ask Other Friends
Try to take a step back and ask yourself what you and your new friends are getting out of this exchange. When in doubt, talk to someone you trust, however distant you may feel from them right now. Consider the matter seriously. Chances are, if people are traveling and staying at the same places you are, they have a similar mindset to you and will be open to meeting new people. We say, as long as you think about your situation and make an intentional decision, go for it!