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To spend this amount of money

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Mindycindy · 11/10/2024 12:30

Basically I've had the year from Hell. My dog passed away, I had a major health scare and was admitted to hospital, I was diagnosed with a chronic serious illness and then most recently my dad passed away.

I want to do something special this Christmas.

I have been left a small amount by my dad, a few thousand.

I have found a 3 night stay in a really luxury place that includes all food (three courses etc) for Christmas eve Christmas day and boxing day. It really is a special place.

It costs 1800. Is that just a total waste of money? It's over half of what my dad left me and I'd hate to think I'm wasting it. I know its all relative but do you think that's what you'd expect that to cost for 2 people at Christmas time in a luxury place with all food included for 3 nights?

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Frozensnow · 11/10/2024 12:32

I would spend it. It’s a lot but it’s Christmas so is bound to be. I think you’ll look back on the time fondly and so it won’t be a waste of money. If you enjoy it and it feels like a well deserved treat and the end of a really shit year then it’s not a waste at all. Also it’s like a gift from your dad at Christmas. I’m sorry to hear of your bad year and hope things turn round for you soon

ahemfem · 11/10/2024 12:31

Only you can decide what value you put on this experience