To take toddler abroad on my own?

[MummyGoingItAlone]

Please help me make a decision either way. I have a holiday booked in May for myself, now ex and our toddler. We’ve separated now and my first thought was to cancel the holiday and lose the £400 deposit. I’ve had a rubbish day and I’m thinking, why should son and I miss out? Am I mental to take a (would then be) 22 month old abroad alone?
The holiday is to the Canaries, all inclusive and everything (including beach) is with it the vicinity of the hotel. For £25 I can change it completely so could get a closer destination like Spain, so a shorter flight.

Please tell me either way if I’m mental or if I can do this?

Thank you in advance ☺️

Sounds like a lovely idea!
I'd recommended looking at Sa Coma in Majorca if you're going to change the destination. Went there September last year with our then 13 month old and it was perfect.
We stayed in a Protur hotel.

Thanks everyone, that is a resounding yes then!
I’m Fully aware it won’t be relaxing but he loves swimming and adventures so I think we should go. My main worries are carrying luggage, plus having him and the flight. He doesn’t like to sit still very long...

Also remember if dad is on the BC, you’ll need his permission to take your son.

I think it will be relaxing. You can do exactly what you and your son want to when you want to do it.

Sounds great. Will you have a balcony so you can enjoy a drink and your book in the evening when DS goes to bed? At that age he'll probably still have a good long nap in the middle of the day too.
Have a great time.

You need to use either a sling (hip or ring) or a rucksack. Don't try to juggle a suitcase and a buggy. I carried dc2 in a really strong 20 year old balanese sarong (not a fragile fashion sarong) when I flew with him at that age and DD aged 4. One suitcase. Otherwise if you need a buggy handluggage on buggy til you get to the plane, and check in a big rucksack.

You can check in a suitcase obviously and you're alright once you've done that, but there are fidly bits before you get to check in, don't risk not having enough hands!

Ex and I are still friends. The same thing happened last year (he’s very indecisive in what he wants from life and I’ve had enough so moved out and on) Last year I took a friend but she isn’t available this time. He loves his “him” time and has booked a weekend away to run a marathon as his alternative to a family holiday 🤣😏
He gave me a letter last year and will again this time.

Blimey no wonder you left him Not that keen on his nearly two year old is he?

Have a lovely adventure! You'll have fun although not a rest!

I've done it. You can do it and you'll have a better time without him.

I've been travelling/holidaying alone since DD1 was a baby and continued when dd2 arrived 3 years later. You will be fine OP especially with AI you may even get to relax and read a book while dc naps in a pushchair... holidays make them sleepier

Also I think the canaries is fine. We travelled mostly back and forward from Cyprus and it's a similar flight time. It's never been a problem. Embrace the iPad and don't feel ashamed

Thanks everyone, I feel so much better already. My son would love it and he did nap a lot last time when we went. My friend was great but not a massive help all the time so I could do it :)

My most relaxing holiday as a parent was to the canaries with ds then aged 2 (single parent). He was pretty chilled for a 2 year old though and just sat doing stickers books on the plane and happily sat in cafes etc. Bucket and spade and a water gun kept him amused and resort was v toddler friendly which helped. Best part was the 2 hour siestas everyday, I do like a nap . No siestas for a good few years now .
Definitely go.

With the airport. I flew with my (then) 1yo myself. Hand luggage for both of you in large rucksack on your back. Push toddler in buggy to the plane.
Bring 1 suitcase for both of you and see if you can get someone to take you to the airport.
Have a tablet loaded up with cartoons and lots of snacks.

I would LOVE to go on holiday with my toddler and I! She's a flipping babe! My husband and 8m are ok but my toddler is a hilarious arsehole who I'm obsessed with! Have a great time!

You’ll be absolutely fine! Pack sensibly and bring the pushchair through to the plane to leave your hands free to carry bags. You’ll be surprised how many people will offer to help.
All inclusive resorts are great for people being friendly and offering help too.

Of course you can! I took my toddler away a few times and a few months ago I took 2 year old and 3m baby away by myself for the week. It was actually less stressful than day to day life as didn't need to cook or clean and stuff to keep toddler busy. Go and have a nice time.

Thanks again. I’m actually starting to get excited! You are right about people helping. I wouldn’t let a single person struggle I could help so I’d like to hope others wouldn’t either. It’s the same resort I went to last year so it’s familiar which makes me more confident :)
Picture of the dude so you can see how lucky I am to have such an amazing holiday buddy 💙

Of course, it'll be fine. I'd take either one of mine on holiday alone. Not both.

Really? Why not? Serious question. I've been a single parent since mine were two and five, if I didn't take them both then we'd never go anywhere.

Well, op, looks like your holiday buddy and you will have a great time! Enjoy!

Go for it! I reccomend taking a little blow up paddling pool that you can sit next to your sun lounger.

We went to turkey last year with a 23month old and he got too cold in the big pools. The little pool and lots of beach toys kept him happy all week and adults could relax knowing he was happy.

We have just booked Majorca for this summer as its a 2.2 hour flight and il be 7months prego.

But like others have said... if this is your childs father it sets a good example to do stuff together. You could do a few days together... Then alternate days? That way you may end up having a cheeky day of sunbathing whilst toddler is occupied with dad?

Definitely go you will have a blast. Buy or borrow a suitcase with 4 wheels and it can just be pushed alongside the buggy rather then needing to be pulled. I flew solo with my dd around the same age to America. 2 flights and a coach journey and she was absolutely fine.

Not read all the replies but had to comment.

I think you should go. Initially it will be daunting but I think you'll have a fab time. Obviously it'll be hard work but still worth it imo.

I'm taking my toddler on holiday by myself soon and I'm both excited and nervous about it. It'll be our first proper holiday.
Why should we single mothers miss out on a family holiday.

soak up the sun and enjoy yourselves.

Tui hasnt gone bust. That was thomascook. Tui have shut some shops however still have loads I go all time with tui. Google tui which is old Thomson

Tiny paddling pool is a great call. Also good at the beach.

He’s a cutie. Your ex sounds very selfish. I reckon you and the boy will have a great time. I’d pack light, and take some travel wash to hand wash your swimsuits/t shirts in the sink.