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Two night break alone would you do it?

104 replies

3kidsaremorethanenough · 10/06/2023 20:21

Dh was planning this as a surprise for my birthday but told me today before he booked anything just to check I would be OK with it. He was going to book me two nights away to a place I have already been (and adored but we only did a day trip at the time) it's a flight, bus and train journey then a full day exploring by myself staying in a lovely little pub....all by myself....see I am always banging on about having a night away, just me and a good book somewhere nice!! And now he is suggesting it I'm actually a bit afraid. The place itself is heavenly for fans of literature, so I would be well occupied and love it. What would you do, would you do it😬

OP posts:
Augend23 · 10/06/2023 21:36

I wouldn't want to do that long a journey for a 2 night trip whether on my own or with others.

I would (and have) been on holiday alone.

Lissadell · 10/06/2023 21:41

Can’t you stay another couple of nights, if the journey is lengthy? By putting in your own money if necessary?

BearSoFair · 10/06/2023 21:47

Absolutely, I just did a few days away on my own for the first time in 20+ years and had the BEST time! Having so much freedom to do what I wanted when I wanted was refreshing and it reminded me I'm so much more capable than I know!

RoseMartha · 10/06/2023 22:01

Yes. I am going away on my own this year for a week. I am apprehensive about the travelling part however.

Greengreented · 10/06/2023 22:01

HelterSkelter224 · 10/06/2023 20:57

Um.... yes!

If you don't go can I take your place???

Ahem, I’m first reserve if op doesn’t go, thanks very much 😂😂 😀

Parkandpicnic · 10/06/2023 22:03

Of course would do it! What a fab Dh for appreciating how amazing a gift this would be for you and actually organising it

Alwayswonderedwhy · 10/06/2023 22:09

Yes!

Hbh17 · 10/06/2023 22:13

Of course! I often go away on my own, and for longer than two nights. Absolutely nothing to be scared of - just have a good time.

Doormatnomore · 10/06/2023 22:20

Where is it? I’m just being nosy.

but also I discovered travelling (the actual journey but) is so much easier on your own, you pee when you need to pee, get up when you want, walk at your own pace.

poy · 10/06/2023 22:20

Sounds nice for your DH to have organised something you have said you wanted to do. It wouldn't be for me though, I think I'd get a bit lonely and I just like having DH's company when we travel (and I did travel alone before I met DH but usually in situations where you'd meet up with other young people).

SunshineAndFizz · 10/06/2023 22:26

If you don't go...can I go instead please?

LittlePoBeep · 10/06/2023 22:27

I've done it a few times! Loved it. Would definitely do it again. Go and enjoy yourself!

CatfoodOzymandias · 10/06/2023 22:27

Doormatnomore · 10/06/2023 22:20

Where is it? I’m just being nosy.

but also I discovered travelling (the actual journey but) is so much easier on your own, you pee when you need to pee, get up when you want, walk at your own pace.

I am a very early riser. DH is not. I like to pack a lot into my day. DH likes to take it easy otherwise not a holiday for him. So much easier to travel on my own.

TwoFluffyDogsOnMyBed · 10/06/2023 22:42

You should go. I would love to go but I’m autistic and I would be terrified the whole time. I wouldn’t be able to control it.

I find it quite odd that so many people can’t understand that you’d be scared.

CatfoodOzymandias · 10/06/2023 22:49

Scared of what? If you are NT, that is. I go to places like Turkey and Cambodia on my own. Yes, bad things could happen. But bad things are happening in my back yard in London, too.

Tilllly · 10/06/2023 22:59

HelterSkelter224 · 10/06/2023 20:57

Um.... yes!

If you don't go can I take your place???

I'll fight you for it

Lissadell · 11/06/2023 00:03

TwoFluffyDogsOnMyBed · 10/06/2023 22:42

You should go. I would love to go but I’m autistic and I would be terrified the whole time. I wouldn’t be able to control it.

I find it quite odd that so many people can’t understand that you’d be scared.

But what is it you would be scared of?

Muncha · 11/06/2023 07:19

I wouldn't.

I like going away with mr DH and wouldn't enjoy it as much solo.

WonderDays · 11/06/2023 07:56

I like going away with mr DH and wouldn't enjoy it as much solo

I look at a solo trip as an extra trip not instead of going away with my DH.

Has the OP’s post inspired anyone to think about booking a short solo trip?

CatfoodOzymandias · 11/06/2023 08:01

Yes I go away with my DH and DC as well but they are more relaxed trips. I have a special interest like the OP, so I go away solo to explore that.

joyofteatime · 11/06/2023 09:50

Do it!!

Where is this fabulous place? I want to go!

Newtrix · 11/06/2023 09:58

I'm really suprised how many people enjoy going places alone. To me one of the joys of exploring new places and trying new things is sharing it with someone. I come from a big blended family and DH says I'm happiest among people and chaos, this thread makes me realise he's right.

Welliehead · 11/06/2023 10:00

I'd be miserable without dh tbh. If I want to go out for the day by myself I can, any time.

Welliehead · 11/06/2023 10:02

And I've travelled around the world by myself many years ago. I'd be sad if dh booked me a weekend away on my own, but then it's not something I've ever said I wanted to do.

CatfoodOzymandias · 11/06/2023 10:03

DH's can leave. Or die. My mum was widowed at 60 and looks likely to live till her 90s. She is in her 70s and travels alone sometimes. Luckily has good health.

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