I’m so so glad I grabbed that opportunity and took the plunge to ride solo in a different country. The following weekend I did it again while the offer was still on. I didn’t ride so far,didn’t get lost so much,and I beat my time on a few Strava segments,even Cap Blanc Nez! I’m now planning touring south east Asia when the kids have grown up. I really can’t wait. Before then I will be making lots more weekend/week trips with the touring gear. I now have a new cx bike,and hopefully that will see me through different terrains. I’m glad I went on my own,I just need to build my confidence.