No worries but be smart, don't take your expensive jewels and such, keep them at home...bring only what you need

akota's advice is quite spot on regarding safety: don't bring any jewelry or fancy clothes/items. However, if you plan to stay at the resort, you won't have any issue wearing diamond ring, safety wise. But it might get stolen though. What are you planning to do over there?

You have picked the wrong resort unless you want to be alone. There is nothing going on there. You will have to seek out the entertainment people and tell them you are alone and maybe they will take care of you or if another single or family takes you under their wings...........a big beautiful boring place.........you would have been better off at BRB; or Beaches or RIU in Negril or Ochos Rios. Sorry, but you will be fine........

you didn't mention your age group, and quite frankly unless you are over 70 i don't think it would quite matter...

what to expect as a single female travelling alone is a lot of attention from the male staff... it's flattering bordering on overwhelming for most women... may also get downright annoying... try to ignore it or take it with a grain of salt but if it gets out of hand and/or really bothers you polietly ask them to stop or you will report it to the manager... that will typically do the trick... outside the resort you're a bit more on your own, if this intimidates you at all, you can try to link up with other single travellers (or a couple who may adopt you as a third wheel) and you'll be fine...

in a large property like GBP you will likely be able to easily meet other single travellers to converse with, so I think you made an okay choice... just be as social or as friendly as you like, people are on vacation and typically, after a few drinks can get quite talkitive and friendly, i'm sure you'll have no problem with finding companions for excursions or whatnot....

some people knock GBP, but most people who go there enjoy their stay, just understand that it will be what you make it... if you go with a positive attitude, and a little adventure i'm sure you will enjoy too

best of luck and my condolences on your loss...

Chelle

Thank you for the advice that I have been given. I am 46 years old and I am going to Jamaica for some quiet time, so it sounds like I have chosen the right place. I am still grieving, so I just need to get away by myself. I don't plan any excursions outside of the resort. I was hoping to find a place where I could relax, take walks, shop, and enjoy the beach.

I am a little nervous about getting a transfer from the airport to the resort since my package did not include one for GBP. How do I go about doing that?

God bless you! Travelling alone can be a scary prospect, I can totally identify with the need to just escape from everything and live a few days away from your real life.

There are several companies who have shared transfers from the airport to Runaway Bay, eg Lee's tours, who I think has a website. If you would like to travel by yourself, you might like to consider Moodie. He lives in the Runaway Bay area and is a lovely man. I have been on trips with him and felt very comfortable in his company.

big properties also allow you the ability to get away from people if you like too... it's your vacation, make it what you will... and take whatever time you need to heal, but if you get down there and feel up to it, do try to see a bit of the outside world, it's a beautiful country with a vibe that is uplifting and addicting if you let it speak to you...

as far as booking a transfer, you can do it before you go for a hassle free experience (slightly more expensive than getting something at the airport but def easier)... try clives http://www.clivestransportservicejamaica.com/

or lees http://www.leestours.com/

to name just two reputable ones... the processes is explained on the websites... you can arrange private or shared transfers (may or may not be shared if the schedules don't mesh, they won't make you wait for 3 hours for another flight or anything)....

the same individuals can also be used as safe alternatives take private tours if you do decide to journey outside of the resort... they can take you on short shopping trips or for an entire day's tour of what you want to see...

alternately you can get a taxi at the airport (there will be plenty competing for your business.. for firstimers and esp slightly uneasy solo travellers this may be a little overwhelming, so having a prebooked transfer with a sign that you can look for is a bit of a reassurance... the driver will also likely have a cooler with a cold drink (beer or water or anything else you may pre-request) for your enjoyment....

hope that helps

Chelle

I would also suggest Moodie for a driver. He was on time, respectful, and very very helfpul. He'll also help you out should you decide you DO want to venture out for a short shopping trip. His number is 876-404-6396.

I just got back from a week at GBP - you will certainly find places to be by yourself, but also close enough to others that you might not feel too isolated.

Safe and healing travels.

ladytravelerMissouri

I always use moodie and i have been on my own with him from the airport pick up and on excursions.. He is a great guy and very trustworthy, he looks after his guests well. I would not travel with anyone else. Very safe with him and he is a very good driver. the post above has given his no. Give him a call or text. He has a great sense of humour too.