Introvert Travel Tips: Part 2
You made it through the trip, and now you are tired in a way that has nothing to do with how much you enjoyed it. As a licensed mental health counselor at Therapy with Enid, I work with sensitive women on planning around their energy, and this post is Part 2 of my guide to introvert travel tips, covering activities and the return home. If you have not read it yet, Part 1 covers food and lodging.
My Second Most Important Travel Tip Is to Have Fun, Your Way
I want to have fun like everyone else, and as a sensitive introvert, fun can look different, so I plan differently. I research ahead and read guidebooks I can mark up, and they are a good source of ideas for activities that other introverts have enjoyed. Searching on my phone once I arrive would work, but I like having something in my hands, and notes in the margin help me remember what I wanted to do.
Activity Considerations
Skip morning bookings. I usually avoid scheduling things in the morning so I can have a slower start and enjoy the afternoon and evening.
Plan small things near your lodging. If you are up for an activity in the morning, you can make a local breakfast in the kitchen, play a board game, or read one of the books you brought.
Find the local hubs, such as small coffee shops, bookstores, and eateries, which tend to be calmer than the big attractions.
Avoid big bus tours. Crowded seats and loud groups are hard on a sensitive system. A private tour, a small walking tour, or a bike tour can be a better fit.
Plan a night in. Choose lodging with a view, a porch, or a pool, or enjoy a streaming service you do not have at home, so you can recharge and still be entertained.
Planning Your Return
Coming home can be a lot, even after a trip you loved. Some research suggests that the wellbeing boost from a vacation fades quickly after you return, which is one more reason to plan a soft landing. A few steps can help:
Organize your suitcases as you pack, so it is easier to sort clean from dirty when you eventually get to the bags.
Take the next day off work, or a few days if you can.
Plan an easy meal, such as take-out or a ready-made dinner, so you do not have to think about food.
Let yourself be tired. It is normal to feel worn out even after time away, and you are allowed to rest.
With both sets of tips, you can start planning a trip that works for you. If you would like to go further, my post on traveling while introverted covers solo travel, and rest and reset helps with the recovery afterward.
Therapy for Highly Sensitive Women in Florida
If you are a woman in Florida who sees herself in this post, I would love to support you. I am a licensed therapist, and I offer online therapy in Florida for women who want to protect their energy, rest well after busy stretches, and plan time away that restores them. Contact me to tell me a little about what you are looking for, and we can talk about whether working together feels like a good fit.
Enid DeJesus is a licensed mental health counselor who provides online therapy in Florida for high-achieving, highly sensitive women. She helps women plan around their sensitivity so travel and busy seasons feel more restful. Her approach is warm and solution-focused, and her work centers on practical planning and recovery routines. If coming home from a trip leaves you wiped out, she would love to hear from you.
