where to travel solo before a wedding in bodrum?
I’m getting ready for a big trip to Bodrum, Turkey, for my best friend’s wedding—she’s marrying a local, so it’s a real destination event. I’ve got about 4-5 days to myself before the wedding, and I want to squeeze in some solo travel. Here’s the thing: I can’t decide where to go, and it’s driving me nuts. I’ve already done the whole backpacking-through-Europe thing in my twenties, so I’m not a stranger to adventure, but now that I’m a bit older, I’m more cautious about safety and how Americans are received in different places.
Athens is tempting because it’s on the way, and I’ve always wanted to see the Acropolis at sunset. But then Berlin keeps calling my name—there’s this techno club I’ve been dying to check out, even though I know there’s a good chance I won’t get in (seriously, why are the bouncers there so intimidating?). I love the idea of exploring nightlife scenes and finding those hidden, local spots where you actually get to talk to people who live there, not just other tourists. But I also worry: is it weird for a woman my age to go clubbing alone in a new city? Will I stick out like a sore thumb, or is that just in my head?
And then there’s the nagging feeling—am I missing out on somewhere totally different just because I’m overthinking it? I want to make the most of this trip, but I don’t want to end up somewhere that feels unsafe or where Americans aren’t exactly welcome these days. Has anyone else faced this kind of travel paralysis? Where did you end up going, and was it worth it? I’d love to hear if anyone’s had a great (or terrible) experience in Athens, Berlin, or somewhere totally off the radar before heading to Bodrum. Sometimes I feel like I’m too old for the wild solo adventures, but then again, maybe this is exactly the time to do it.
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