not sure if this is AIBU or WWYF re:Olympics

[lulalottie]

Hi, have a bit of a dilemma and in hoping for some advice as I can get a little tunnel vision with my ideas.
It's my Dads 70th birthday next month. My sister has organised something but it would be a long way for us to travel with a toddler to end up doing something I don't agree with, wouldn't enjoy and I don't think its v special for Dad as he can (and does) do it whenever he wants too. I have told sister we won't be going as we were planning to take Dad away for a weekend. We were thinking about going to Ely, which isnt far and we could all do stuff together.
I have now seen advertised an Olympic break, it is not hugely expensive and I know Dad would enjoy it (events aren't the major ones but in not sure dad would care) 'DP' is now saying he's not sure about taking a toddler to Olympics. I don't think it would be a big deal as there are shuttles forward and back from venue there will be lots to look at when we are at the venue. Mumsnet jury please advise me...

Sorry just realised the error in title! Obviously should be WWYD

Maybe it should be WWYFD?

If your toddler is sociable and likes travelling then go, if your toddler is travel sick and would be grumpy then leave shild home with DP.

I'm going, not to a major sport, just because I will never get this chance again, your little one can have pics of 'when we went to the olympics'.

Bear in mind that the toddler needs his own ticket, otherwise it sounds like a good plan

I would try to make other arrangements for the toddler, personally. I have a two yr old and she isn't coming with me to the Olympics - she would be a nightmare. And I've no idea how quiet you have to be at some of these events or whether buggies are allowed.

I personally would leave the toddler behind. Isn't this supposed to be about your dad? Not about trying to keep a toddler entertained & sitting down at the archery event (or whatever).

We're taking DD. a toddler, to a few events. Might also book another and leave her at home though!

Your dad would probably enjoy having such a memorable event with her there.

hiya, thanks for your replies.
I spoke to DF about the whole thing and he said he would prefer to go for a long weekend in Skeggy!
so that is what we are looking into now!