MrBen

When we got to the hotel I discovered it was an open bar, which is a big part of the reason I think I didn't drink: If I started with an unlimited supply, I would have probably died on that island.

I'd like to say my first sober holiday was a fun one but sadly it wasn't. My family are heavy drinkers and spending a week with them has given me an incredible appreciation of just how annoying drunks are to sober people.

Food was awful, pool was cold, shops were closed, poverty was everywhere, there was nothing to do and my only company was drunk.

But hey! I made it through. I'm back in England safe and sound and drink free, which is all that matters.

One more challenge down.

MarathonMan

I remember going on an all inclusive holiday to mexico a few years ago when I was sober....I was really bored as you couldn't go anywhere outside the complex and the only things to do were eat or drink, all inclusive holidays are designed for drinkers....I spent most of the holiday in the gym working out.

Next holiday I'm going to go somewhere with culture so i can go places and experience the place rather than sitting next to a pool.

LadyinBC

Wow good for you and congrats! Not easy to be in the situation that is for sure, but you handled it like a champ .

MrBen

Yeah, I wouldn't have chosen to go, but my brother works over there. I ended up just walking to the beach and back every day, just to pass the time. I don't know where I'll go next year, all I know is that I only ever plan on staring at a pool for hours again if I'm getting paid for it! (I'm a lifeguard).

savarna

Congratulations sweet

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Congrats on getting thru it sober.

newme2day

Good for you!! That's a huge challenge.

KateL

Well done, Mr Ben. xxx