Away from home, No internet.. What do?

Nymins · 21 Feb 2014 at 15:23

subbytna said:
Is exactly right. God people are starting to get so attached to the internet that they can't function without it

Normally I'd agree for a week or a bit longer, but 3 weeks would really drag for me.

I'd load up on TV series now and just plough through them if you really can't get online.

Freefaller · 21 Feb 2014 at 15:32

That's why I love going on holiday, enforced time away from the internet. Never felt so good afterwards!

Don't get me wrong I'm guilty of enjoying the online world, but if I had a legitimate excuse to be away from it I would actually enjoy it.

Unicorn · 21 Feb 2014 at 15:33

Freefaller said:
That's why I love going on holiday, enforced time away from the internet. Never felt so good afterwards!

Don't get me wrong I'm guilty of enjoying the online world, but if I had a legitimate excuse to be away from it I would actually enjoy it.

When i was in texas afew years back for a month my internet use was very limited to one skype call a day with the girlfriend at the time. I didn't see a need it was hot, there was a pool etc.. But i suppose it isn't same here

no pool no gym

Spursingham · 21 Feb 2014 at 15:36

Not sure if it's already been mentioned but where are you staying?

Maybe someone on here knows the area and can recommend something.

If it was me, I'd download a bunch of Shows/Films and order in a Dominos Pizza everyday.

Derek W · 21 Feb 2014 at 18:55

This has to be one of the most depressing topics I've seen in a long time.

In short, you dont want to do anything, the world outside your 4 walls scares you and you cant live without internet access for 3 weeks! Kids these days really need to get a life :rolleyes:

planty · 21 Feb 2014 at 20:06

I know you said you "don't read" but surely this is a perfect time to start? On your own, no distractions... You're happy to watch a film but not to read a book?

Glaucus · 21 Feb 2014 at 23:42

Derek W said:
This has to be one of the most depressing topics I've seen in a long time.

In short, you dont want to do anything, the world outside your 4 walls scares you and you cant live without internet access for 3 weeks! Kids these days really need to get a life

Do you work away with work? Doing stuff is expensive and limited.
Internet really does save you when working away. Its pretty much stay in and watch TV/internet or go down the pub.

Unicorn · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:06

Glaucus said:
Do you work away with work? Doing stuff is expensive and limited.
Internet really does save you when working away. Its pretty much stay in and watch TV/internet or go down the pub.

This, As much as i agree with peoples advice in places i would like to see them live without there luxuries in hotels with no one around for long periods of time. Hence why im getting a flat as its a long contract i aint staying in a hotel for a year :')

Yeah if ur trying to keep busy for 3 weeks, Cinema nightly or bowling or drinking i could soon rack up a hell of a bill. Last job i was on i spent an entire month in the bar after work and the bill exceeded 1500 (some grub included and i drink rum for anyone wondering how) i am only 20 and i try keep hold of me cash so as i said some nice alternatives which are of little cost are desired

arknor · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:15

my internet went down for 12 hours the other day and it was similar to a powercut in the 1980's... there was nothing to do
maybe put loads of tv series on your laptop?

Unicorn · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:26

Yeah iv ripped seasons 1-3 of big bang theory so far

Glaucus · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:31

Unicorn said:
This, As much as i agree with peoples advice in places i would like to see them live without there luxuries in hotels with no one around for long periods of time. Hence why im getting a flat as its a long contract i aint staying in a hotel for a year :')

Yeah if ur trying to keep busy for 3 weeks, Cinema nightly or bowling or drinking i could soon rack up a hell of a bill. Last job i was on i spent an entire month in the bar after work and the bill exceeded 1500 (some grub included and i drink rum for anyone wondering how) i am only 20 and i try keep hold of me cash so as i said some nice alternatives which are of little cost are desired

Yeah, when I first started working away years ago, I was racking up ~£80 a night, it was fun, but not sustainable.
Now its go for a walk, have shower, go meet colleges for some food maybe one pint, then back to room and watch films/games.

airwave99 · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:33

Not sure how you're travelling, but big bang theory is also good for watching when travelling. Storyline is easy to follow, so train/plane announcements don't get in the way. 20 minute episodes mean a season is done in no time!

manic111 · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:35

Pestilence said:
Almost 20 posts and still no "Fap". What the hell is going on around here these days?

He'll have no internet...

Unicorn · 22 Feb 2014 at 00:39

Glaucus said:
Yeah, when I first started working away years ago, I was racking up ~£80 a night, it was fun, but not sustainable.
Now its go for a walk, have shower, go meet colleges for some food maybe one pint, then back to room and watch films/games.

Yeah i did this at first but something got to me with my ex so the drink ended up hitting me bit more. My routine on work is a simple one, Get in.. Shower. Food and maybe one drink then the remainder of the evening is mine

airwave99 said:
Not sure how you're travelling, but big bang theory is also good for watching when travelling. Storyline is easy to follow, so train/plane announcements don't get in the way. 20 minute episodes mean a season is done in no time!

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