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What about if I just drink on holiday?
What about if I just drink on holiday?
What about if I just drink on holiday?
Wednesday 5th November 2025
Vic and Hamish discuss staying sober on holiday, tackling social pressures with humour and honesty. Can you enjoy a getaway without the hangover?
18 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Hotels often market holidays as drinking experiences.
- Minibars present a temptation for those newly sober.
- Welcome drinks can challenge sobriety efforts.
- Sober travel requires changing ingrained habits.
- Social pressures can make sober holidays difficult.
We're so ingrained to think that going on a holiday is about drinking that hotels jump on the opportunity.
What secrets to maintaining sobriety can be uncovered when you're on holiday? Vic and Hamish tackle the tricky question of whether it's possible to stay sober while enjoying a getaway. With their signature blend of humour and honesty, they explore the challenges faced by those who choose to skip the cocktails by the pool. You'll find yourself nodding along as they discuss the social pressures and ingrained habits that make alcohol seem like an essential part of a holiday.
They share personal anecdotes about hotel minibars and welcome drinks, offering a fresh perspective on how these experiences change when you're living a sober life. The episode doesn't shy away from the awkward moments of sobriety, but instead embraces them, providing listeners with a comforting reminder that they're not alone in their journey. With a mix of hilarious banter and heartfelt advice, Vic and Hamish's retrospective episode is like a warm hug for anyone questioning their relationship with booze.
So, if you're wondering whether you can enjoy a holiday without the hangover, this episode might just have the answers you're looking for. Have you ever felt the urge to drink on holiday? How do you resist? Dive into this episode for some laughs and perhaps a new outlook on sober holidays.