I Won Race Across The World – Discrimination in an Unlikely Country
Alfie Watts shares his surprising experience of feeling discriminated against while traveling solo in the Maldives
Alfie Watts, Maldives, Discrimination, Solo Travel, Travel Experience
Maldives: Alfie Watts, who won season 4 of Race Across The World, recently opened up about his unexpected experience in the Maldives. He felt a surprising level of discrimination during his solo trip.
Alfie shared his thoughts in a TikTok video, saying he had never felt so singled out for being single. He explained that the locals seemed baffled by his solo presence, as most visitors are couples or honeymooners.
He recalled a waiter suggesting he pretend someone was sitting across from him at dinner. It was a strange moment that highlighted how unusual solo travel is perceived there.
Despite the awkwardness, Alfie still found the beauty of the Maldives worth the experience. He humorously noted that if you can handle the judgment, the stunning views make it all worthwhile.
His TikTok post gained a lot of attention, with many viewers sharing their own experiences. Some agreed with him, while others had different takes, saying they had positive solo trips without any issues.
Alfie’s story sparked a lively discussion online, with many chiming in about the unique challenges of traveling alone in a place where being single seems to raise eyebrows.