We're probably going to Alaska for the summer, except I don't want to go. Mainly is because my uncle and my dad's friend is going to, and their kids always ditch me. I told my parents that I don't want to go, but not explicitly, because I don't want to offend anyone. But I'm really really stressed now, and it's summer vacation. I would appreciate any advice.
2006-06-15 10:49:57 · 33 answers · asked by Brian Lewis 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
If that's the biggest problem in your life, relax. Or go tell your parents the deal. Just forget the other people and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
2006-06-15 10:54:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go and have a good time. Alaska is a way cool place. You'll probably do some excursions when the ship docks at each port. There are some really tight things you can do. We got to climb a glacier, take a helicoptor ride over another, we rode a dog sled, and rafted down a river through a bald eagle preserve. We also saw bears, moose, seals, whales, dolphins, and the biggest mountains I've ever seen. If you're not into that then I guess you'll just have a sucky time.
2006-06-15 10:58:18 · answer #2 · answered by jayclancy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a mother of four, if something was bothering any of my children, I would want to know. Be truthful and tell them the problem, but also tell them no to mention it to your Uncle or your father's other friend. You don't want them to make it worse for you either.
You never know, but they might understand you, and what is going on. But go with your parents. It sounds like a wonderful trip. You can always find something to do with out your cousins. Or find out if you could bring a friend of yours along. Then this way you will know you won't have to worry about your cousins at all. Then if they ditch you, you and your friend can make your own plans.
Your lucky that you are going , I would love to go in your place. Some day I might make it thier.
Spend time with your parents, and forget about the others. Enjoy your time. Yes, you could bring books, cd's, or whatever. But if this is the first cruise for your family, don't ruin it for your parents either.This might be something they are looking forward to with you. Are you an only child, or do you have brother's and sister's. How old are you? And if you still feel like not going, then see if you can stay with a family friend, or grandparents. But I would go, at least for your parents, because your mother might worry, and not enjoy herself.
Good luck with your choice, and if you go have a wonderful time, and forget the cousins. Send pictures. Also let us know if you did go and what happened. At least I would like to know
2006-06-28 17:02:12 · answer #3 · answered by Mama Goose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go, and don't worry about the other kids ditching you. There are a million ways to have fun on a cruise and you will most definitely meet other kids that you can hang out with. Find some other kids on the cruise and ditch your uncle and dad's freinds kids.
Think positive you are going to have fun on a cruise.
2006-06-29 09:47:45 · answer #4 · answered by whymewhynow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are old enough to be going on holidays with your friends instead, and it is within the family budget, why not plan a holiday with your friends instead and see if that keeps the peace? That way you don't feel left out, the other kids don't feel obliged to hang out with you, and everyone is happy. Mind you, I wouldn't knock a free holiday to Alaska, I would love to go, and the last time someone paid for my holiday, I was 15! I am now 33
2006-06-29 10:01:39 · answer #5 · answered by Eleanora 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I only booked a round vacation on the sea princess from San Francisco to Alaska. they have numerous cruises available for this summer. Mine is in August. I have also traveled round vacation from l. a. to Hawaii, yet that replaced into in the autumn. That replaced right into a impressive cruise (14 days) and one in each of my favorites.
2016-10-30 23:17:03 · answer #6 · answered by powelson 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Would it be possible for you to ask your folks if you could bring a friend with you? Someone you could hang out with and have fun with? My family did this one year when I was a kid. My friend came along on our vacation and her parents paid for her portion of the food and any extras. It also gave my friend's parents a break from their kid. Maybe if you explained how you felt about the vacation to your parents they would understand the situation or at least come to some sort of alternative for you-Hope this works out---and that either way you have a fun vacation!
2006-06-29 09:57:04 · answer #7 · answered by court 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should give your parents detailed information on why you do not want to go. Don't stress over things you can't change. If you do go, try to enjoy the time you get alone. Check out some things YOU want to see. Most of all enjoy your summer vacation
2006-06-29 09:23:09 · answer #8 · answered by Reka 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go ahead and go...and then, just to make it interesting for you, avoid all of them by hiding in various hidden places on the boat during the entire cruise.
Take along some wigs, sunglasses, and other stuff to hide your identity...or better yet, since it's Alaska, just dress up as a polar bear or Eskimo indian and pretend your a tour guide. Have fun!
2006-06-29 08:30:49 · answer #9 · answered by massage_texas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about a thing. You are going to have a blast. They have a big program on board for teens and there will be plenty of them. You will find lots of teens to hang out with and you may not even see that much of the kids who are nasty. It will be a trip of a lifetime. Alaska is just amazing and there are tons of things to do on the ship. You don't want to miss it.
2006-06-15 10:57:40 · answer #10 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cruises are a wonderful way to travel. You can find your own friends on the ship and ditch your cousins. Have a great time and think of it as an adventure. Do as many side trips as you can!
2006-06-28 06:29:06 · answer #11 · answered by Lady K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋