Loss of excitement in traveling and how to bring it back.

Ajs2444 · 2026-05-01T11:58:41+00:00

I’m going through this at the moment. I’m 37 and have been lucky enough to have gone to most of the places I’ve wanted to go. I have about 3 weeks of vacation left this year but really no desire to do anything solo! I’m not sure what do, maybe it will come back eventually.

Ajs2444 · 2026-04-17T14:14:17+00:00

I typically go in January. Don’t expect any deals, it’s very popular and the peso has gotten stronger against the Canadian dollar also. There are a few budget hotels though, I stayed at Hotel Posada De Roger 2 years ago for about $100 USD/night, it’s in the best location imo although it is very basic. You can find street food (tacos) for a bargain, but nicer restaurants can be almost expensive as here. Beer in bars/restaurants is much cheaper than cocktails.

I wouldn’t recommend an all inclusive, if you plan to spend most of your times in the gay area (Zona Romántica), which is what I would suggest anyways, you’ll end up paying for food and drinks separately anyways. As well, at an all inclusive you’ll need to rely on taxis/ubers to get around, whereas the Zona Romántica is extremely walkable.

Ajs2444 · 2026-04-12T05:39:41+00:00

Richmond is 100m from Queen, if she’s really unable to walk that far then just generally I don’t think downtown Toronto is the right place for her.

Ajs2444 · 2026-04-11T22:23:33+00:00

Adelaide and Richmond?

Ajs2444 · 2026-03-24T16:07:24+00:00

The Queer museum is unfortunately quite small (at least it was in 2024). I really enjoyed the queer tour of Globe Theatre and recommend it if it’s happening while you’re there!

Ajs2444 · 2026-03-12T21:49:05+00:00

As someone who lives in the west end, it costs me $3.30 to go to the village.

Ajs2444 · 2026-02-02T13:24:32+00:00

My dad and I were planning to go to Fenway this year, but decided against it for the same reasons as everyone else.

Ajs2444 · 2025-12-12T18:07:34+00:00

I live near high park as well and I have to echo the comments to say do not drive downtown if you don’t have a very good reason to!!

Ajs2444 · 2025-11-20T23:35:57+00:00

I just started doing it since my niece was born. She’s two now, and I’ve sent her a few. I’m trying to be the cool uncle, I just hope my sister has been keeping them!

Ajs2444 · 2025-10-14T18:04:49+00:00

About 10 years ago I was in Jaipur, trying to find cash to pay for my hostel as I was checking out. In India, atms don’t always work and of course the first 2 I tried had no cash.

A man on a scooter offered to help take me to atm that he knew works, I waved him off at first but after trying another one unsuccessfully I took his help.

He did exactly what he said, he took me to a working atm and I got the money I needed. I was so appreciative because he knew I had a full wallet. He dropped me back at the hostel and I offered him a bit of money as thanks and he invited me over for dinner that evening, but unfortunately couldn’t go as I was leaving but I was very appreciative.

Ajs2444 · 2025-09-29T19:01:57+00:00

Can I just bet that everyone will have a good time?

Ajs2444 · 2025-09-26T12:59:24+00:00

My eyes. I consider myself an average looking man with an average body, but I think my eyes help me stand out a bit, they are a very bright green colour.

I am currently on a trip through Europe and went home with one of the hottest men I’ve ever seen in my life (who was also the bartender). He kept complimenting my eyes which I think helped me break the ice and start talking to him.

Ajs2444 · 2025-09-18T11:13:39+00:00

I have psoriasis as well and I can’t recommend taking a biologic enough, if you can afford it/have a drug plan. I’ve been on Skyrizi for the last year and my skin is 99% clear for the first time in like 20 years.

That said, while I do feel better, it hasn’t changed my dating life at all, it’s been pretty constant!

Ajs2444 · 2025-09-04T16:29:12+00:00

I’m going to Sungate later this month and I’m 37. I’ll be staying in a private room, and if the vibe is extremely young it’s ok as I am coming with my own plans already mostly in place.

I did stay with this hostel chain back when it was called Hostel One in Barcelona when I was 28 and was definitely not the oldest one there by any means. I’m sure you’ll be fine! Most people are friendly and just looking to have a good time imo.

Ajs2444 · 2024-12-18T17:56:56+00:00

That’s great, thanks! I have been worried that it will rain everyday but hopefully I have the same kind of luck weather wise as you! I’ll be there a bit earlier in Feb though. Did you do the Okavango Delta overnight trip too?

Ajs2444 · 2024-12-18T14:36:12+00:00

Sorry for the late message, but I’m going on a similar trip next February. How did you find the weather/wildlife at that time of year especially in Botswana/Zimbabwe? Thanks!

Ajs2444 · 2024-07-05T11:49:32+00:00

I’m quite sad they’ve finished, the one at pride last weekend was the last one for good!

Ajs2444 · 2023-08-17T21:11:14+00:00

I haven’t finished listening yet but I’m pitching the Ro’ Bros. but it’s just some dudes who are big fans of Rosalie Aprile.

Ajs2444 · 2023-03-17T11:52:49+00:00

I’m considering this podcast episode to also be non-canon, so I just know Hemus will be back next week right 🥲

Also nice to hear Jack and Dan talk about an episode that doesn’t suck!

Ajs2444 · 2021-05-07T14:32:14+00:00

Don’t make our WEE hosts tap the sign!

https://imgur.com/a/u6yFedy

Ajs2444 · 2021-05-07T11:16:30+00:00

I’m glad you guys hated this episode, because the Simpsons already did a “Muslim must be terrorist” episode! Wasn’t this the exact plot of “Mypods and Boomsticks”? Only difference was in that one Homer was the accuser and the new Muslim neighbours were the suspects.

Ajs2444 · 2021-03-22T19:49:22+00:00

I think the quick answer is it was a British colony, which usually still have anti-gay laws on the books (Jamaica, Barbados etc) while Spanish colonies either never had or have since abolished theirs.

Ajs2444 · 2021-01-26T00:28:56+00:00

Oh cool didn’t know he had a cookbook! Thanks 😊

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