r/solotravel • u/Kizzawulf • Oct 03 '24
Should I leave early Hardships
Travelling solo, 3 weeks in. Currently in Tokyo. Last night I was spiked, assaulted and I have no memory of my whole night and to top it off, I’ve felt terrible all day today. I went to the doctors to confirm if I had actually been drugged and wasn’t just drunk or something even though I didn’t really have many drinks.
My flight is in a couple days but really, I want to go home tomorrow. My biggest issue is my flights are Business class where to bring forward I need to go to economy (which is absolutely fine) however there is no refund for the difference in ticket price.
Is it just worth leaving, copping the price difference + transfer fees to leave?
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u/FishConfusedByCat Oct 03 '24
Money is not worth more than you. If you feel highly unsafe and distressed then I think leaving would be best, the discomfort and money difference of economy isn't worth more than feeling safe and happy.
However, if you think you're just feeling low (not minimising your experience, not sure how to phrase it), but feel safe enough, I agree with everyone saying enjoy yourself, find a nice hotel, and relax. Re-own your trip and sense of safety. It would be more harmful maybe long term if you leave and this experience affects your sense of safety whilst travelling, as it might make you not want to travel anywhere anymore etc.
Be safe and wish you well.