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Should I fly to America for a gig?

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sidneytweeney · 24/07/2026 21:20

So my favourite singer ever is playing a series of gigs in Utah in October. It’s over the weekend my kids are with their dad. Is it mental to fly there Thursday see the gigs Saturday and Sunday and fly back Monday? Get the kids back Tuesday? I can afford it - I’d be going alone. I’m scared . Would anyone else/ has anyone else done something like this?

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Whammyammy · 27/07/2026 21:59

Mojuu · 27/07/2026 21:57

She then made a whole thread about "ugh evil flying"

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Bonkers.

Mojuu · 27/07/2026 21:57

Whammyammy · 27/07/2026 21:46

What a boring life you must live

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She then made a whole thread about "ugh evil flying"

nomas · 27/07/2026 21:50

sidneytweeney · 25/07/2026 11:40

Chris Isaak x

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Isn't he the one who repeatedly forcefully kissed Cameron Diaz at the MTV Awards?

I wouldn't give him my money.

Whammyammy · 27/07/2026 21:46

Sprig1 · 24/07/2026 21:29

It's irresponsible. Think.of the environment.

What a boring life you must live

Mojuu · 25/07/2026 15:58

MasterBeth · 25/07/2026 15:45

Yeah, posting on Mumsnet is pretty much equal to taking an intercontinental flight!!

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It's not the same. But the planes going away. I hope OP has a lovely time.

alfagirl73 · 25/07/2026 15:51

Go for it! I did a spur of the moment 4 day trip to Miami once to see a band… it was mad but brilliant! Life is short… do it and enjoy yourself!!!

StJulian2023 · 25/07/2026 15:50

Definitely go. I think adventures are so so important. How many times lately have you put yourself first and done something just for you? Thought not.

Have a brilliant time. You deserve it.

Dobbyismyabsolutefav · 25/07/2026 15:45

Life is short do it. My DD booked a trip to NYC to see a particular actor on Broadway, highlight of her trip.

Purplecatshopaholic · 25/07/2026 15:45

Absolutely do it, sounds amazing.

MasterBeth · 25/07/2026 15:45

mathanxiety · 25/07/2026 15:42

The plane will fly there whether she's on it or not.

Posting on the internet takes an environmental toll too, fwiw.

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Yeah, posting on Mumsnet is pretty much equal to taking an intercontinental flight!!

LondonLass2026 · 25/07/2026 15:42

Sprig1 · 24/07/2026 21:29

It's irresponsible. Think.of the environment.

Go away.

mathanxiety · 25/07/2026 15:42

Sprig1 · 24/07/2026 21:29

It's irresponsible. Think.of the environment.

The plane will fly there whether she's on it or not.

Posting on the internet takes an environmental toll too, fwiw.

LondonLass2026 · 25/07/2026 15:38

Please do it. You won't regret it. My son has done this a few times on a whim. He works really hard so why not?

I haven't done this, but only because we have two dogs - one young, and one is getting older now, but otherwise I'd be doing it too! I hardly ever fly, and went on my first flight in my 20s, so I wouldn't feel guilty about doing this when you get kids going on 3 yearly flights.

HollywoodTease · 25/07/2026 15:34

Well I'm flying to LA in September to see one of my favourite bands play at the Whisky on Sunset. They're a small- time band from Sweden, very far from being a household name or anything but I've followed them for a few years now. I fly on the Sunday, gig on the Wednesday, fly back on the Thursday. It'll be hard, but so worth it to see them on that iconic stage!

SomersetBrie · 25/07/2026 15:31

sidneytweeney · 25/07/2026 11:40

Chris Isaak x

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It looks sold out - have you already got tickets (or am I reading the website wrong?)

MPforTitipu · 25/07/2026 15:30

Salt Lake City has Uber if public transport doesn't work.

You can buy melatonin over the counter in US pharmacies to help with the jet lag.

Oldraver · 25/07/2026 15:18

Yes do it. I've flown to Vegas for four days ( and a day travelling either side) and it was exhausting so if possible do the gig the second night

I can knock CJ myself for not going to see my two fave bands as my passport wasn't current, and I would love to do Red Rocks

Whammyammy · 25/07/2026 15:09

100% go for it. Try some extra days as utah lovely. I went on a work trip and extended. I was in SLC but went up to the mountains in park city, breath taking. Also done a road trip out to forrest gunp point.

Nofeckingway · 25/07/2026 15:03

Oh hell . No not for Chris Isak . But I hope you have a great time . Melatonin purchase in the US and you can manage it . My old friend said she could sleep when she was dead .

BennyHenny · 25/07/2026 14:55

I’ve been so much happier since I started saying yes to things rather than overthink, prevaricate, decide against them and then wish I’d done them. Go for it OP, do the fun stuff in life whilst you have the opportunity!!

Mojuu · 25/07/2026 14:46

If we all say inside and did nothing, what life would that be

Seagulldancing · 25/07/2026 14:45

The jetlag when you get home and look after the kids would kill me. Would your exH keep them for an extra day? I'd totally go see a favourite band in the US.

twilightcafe · 25/07/2026 14:37

Life is for living... DO IT!

The plane will be flying whether you're on it or not.

backformoreofthesame · 25/07/2026 14:23

Apart from the claimed emergency ?

the fewer people who fly, the fewer flights there are

MasterBeth · 25/07/2026 14:22

Mojuu · 25/07/2026 14:17

A bit of warm weather then?

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Nope.