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Why are people so sanctimonious about people watching TV on holiday

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INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:14

Why is it wrong if, on my holiday, I want to watch TV?

I see it all the time- if some posts (here, Facebook, other SM) that they are disappointed that the TV doesn't work- then there are posts after posts saying 'you can watch TV at home' 'how can you watch TV in insert beautiful location

I am currently on a UK break and the TV doesn't work- the host has said there is loads to do elsewhere.

But it is my holiday, I don't see why people accept it is ok to lie on a Sunday lounger for a week, but don't think I should have my own escape.

I don't want to read, I just want to catch up on some series in peace and quiet, is that too much to ask?

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Missj25 · Yesterday 22:42

INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:14

Why is it wrong if, on my holiday, I want to watch TV?

I see it all the time- if some posts (here, Facebook, other SM) that they are disappointed that the TV doesn't work- then there are posts after posts saying 'you can watch TV at home' 'how can you watch TV in insert beautiful location

I am currently on a UK break and the TV doesn't work- the host has said there is loads to do elsewhere.

But it is my holiday, I don't see why people accept it is ok to lie on a Sunday lounger for a week, but don't think I should have my own escape.

I don't want to read, I just want to catch up on some series in peace and quiet, is that too much to ask?

Came back from Tenerife last week , I wanted to watch tv at night, we were always back in room for 11.00 the latest .
I was on holiday with my 2 youngest, 19 & 15 , so annoying everything in Spanish !!

takealettermsjones · Yesterday 22:38

INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:34

But it is completely different to what I do at home.

I never get the time to sit on a sofa and do sod all. I can't remember the last time I watched TV at home.

I do still go out, but after 6 or so hours I want to put on PJs and veg- it is a complete break.

To those that don't watch TV, what do you do (after the sightseeing)

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Sounds lovely! I don't watch TV but we often give the kids TV time on holiday in the middle of the day, to give them time out of the sun. Sometimes they choose to do other things at that time (eat, sleep, play with toys, Lego etc) but it's useful to persuade them to stay inside for a bit! In the evening I sit outside on the balcony/terrace with a glass of wine and just enjoy the view and the quiet. ☺️

SlugJam · Yesterday 22:38

INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:34

But it is completely different to what I do at home.

I never get the time to sit on a sofa and do sod all. I can't remember the last time I watched TV at home.

I do still go out, but after 6 or so hours I want to put on PJs and veg- it is a complete break.

To those that don't watch TV, what do you do (after the sightseeing)

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Personally DH and I use holidays as a chance to properly spend some time together in the evenings. At home we’re always so bloody busy with kids/chores etc that we barely get chance to just connect. So on holiday we’ll sit with a glass or two of wine and just chat! Sometimes we’ll play card games, or board games. Sometimes we just sit together and read.
But as I said, I don’t judge others for watching TV.

AllJoyAndNoFun · Yesterday 22:37

I love skiing/ hiking holiday and then come back, shower, early dinner, 4 hours of binge TV with a few glasses of wine. Absolute bliss!!

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INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:37

LaurieFairyCake · Yesterday 22:34

We are on holiday, been out all day. It’s 10.30 at night, we’re watching a Dolly Parton tribute act film as there’s no smart tv and it’s on film 4.

Too tired to read after being up since 5am, tv it is !

But that is sort of what I mean.

You are apologising for watching TV, you have to justify it by doing lots all day, and being too tired to read.

I am saying that if you want to watch TV on holiday that is fine. It is your holiday - no excuses needed.

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LaurieFairyCake · Yesterday 22:34

We are on holiday, been out all day. It’s 10.30 at night, we’re watching a Dolly Parton tribute act film as there’s no smart tv and it’s on film 4.

Too tired to read after being up since 5am, tv it is !

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INeedAHolidayRest · Yesterday 22:34

Limeandfigs · Yesterday 22:21

It is absolutely your holiday and you can do whatever you like with it.

I admit I find it strange to spend hundreds or thousands of pounds with the intention of doing nothing different than I'd be doing at home, however. It seems like a waste of money to me. Illogical. I don't judge, I just can't get into the mindset.

But it is completely different to what I do at home.

I never get the time to sit on a sofa and do sod all. I can't remember the last time I watched TV at home.

I do still go out, but after 6 or so hours I want to put on PJs and veg- it is a complete break.

To those that don't watch TV, what do you do (after the sightseeing)

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shockmethen · Yesterday 22:33

Limeandfigs · Yesterday 22:21

It is absolutely your holiday and you can do whatever you like with it.

I admit I find it strange to spend hundreds or thousands of pounds with the intention of doing nothing different than I'd be doing at home, however. It seems like a waste of money to me. Illogical. I don't judge, I just can't get into the mindset.

Because being away from home is a totally different experience. When one is not surrounded by their day to day life this can feel like a massive break.

some people like to spend days and days sitting by a lake fishing. Others want to sit by a cosy fire and read for hours. Others want to climb a mountain or go shopping.
no idea why these different forms of relaxation bewilder you.

19lottie82 · Yesterday 22:29

I love to watch TV in bed on an evening on holiday, with snacks! It’s absolute bliss!

PouringCream · Yesterday 22:29

I find it baffling, but you do you, obviously.

SlugJam · Yesterday 22:27

I must admit it does baffle me that people will want to watch TV on holiday, but that’s because I don’t watch TV at home either! I don’t judge them though, it’s just not for me. People can do what they want on holiday, that’s the point of holidays!

likelysuspect · Yesterday 22:26

We like a bit of telly in the evenings on holiday. Our holidays are non stop, we're out and about day and evening and then when we get home I just want to watch a bit of nonsense with a cuppa while waiting to go to bed.

allthemind · Yesterday 22:24

I barely get time to read or watch TV at home as I am always too busy with 5 kids and a full time job so I totally get you. As well as swimming, sight seeing, fitness activities, beach, pool, boat ride, day trips etc etc I like to catch up on reading and TV while on holiday. I usually just watch on my phone or laptop though as then you only need a wifi connection.

Ohhhthedrama · Yesterday 22:23

Oh I agree with you. I just got back from Mexico and on 3 days my DH and kids went off to play golf or do watersports. I spent those days laying in bed with room service watching murder docs and real housewives. It was bliss.

Limeandfigs · Yesterday 22:21

It is absolutely your holiday and you can do whatever you like with it.

I admit I find it strange to spend hundreds or thousands of pounds with the intention of doing nothing different than I'd be doing at home, however. It seems like a waste of money to me. Illogical. I don't judge, I just can't get into the mindset.