The mother of the family, with a stern gaze, immediately declared their discomfort with the traveler’s drink, citing a desire to shield their children from alcohol consumption. This unexpected pronouncement put the solo traveler on the spot, but they stood their ground, calmly suggesting the family could request a different table if the situation was truly problematic. However, the family seemed more intent on making passive-aggressive remarks about the traveler’s solo status, adding another layer of discomfort to an already tense atmosphere. It was clear this dinner was not going to be the peaceful escape the traveler had envisioned, and the real drama was just beginning to unfold.
As the solo traveler stepped away to grab some food, they returned to find their drink mysteriously vanished. This bewildering act was followed by an even more astonishing encounter with a waiter, who, prompted by the family’s fabricated story, questioned the traveler’s age and accused them of sneaking away from parents. The sheer audacity of the false claim was mind-boggling, but the swift resolution by the apologetic waiter, who returned with a fresh glass of wine, seemed to bring a moment of relief. However, the story was far from over, and the ultimate reaction from the solo traveler would prove to be the most jaw-dropping part of this entire ordeal.
I’m currently on a solo trip in Tenerife, all-inclusive to save having to look for places to eat by myself. The hotel has club-style seating, meaning that all tables are tables of 8 and people get sat together, apparently it’s to encourage a sense of community and conversation…
Last night, I was seated first and had a glass of wine. A family of 5 got seated at my table: 2 adults and 3 children. The mother turned to me and said, “We do not wish to expose our children to women drinking alcohol.” I smiled and said perhaps they should ask to move tables if it was an issue, but I would be drinking the wine.
They noticed I was on my own and made passive-aggressive comments about this. I went up to get food, and on my return, the wine had disappeared. A waiter came over and asked to see my wristband (for the all-inclusive) and said the family had told them I was underage and must have sneaked away from my parents.
He was very apologetic and returned with a fresh glass of wine just as the family came back with their food. AITA for then requesting the waiter brought me the full bottle along with a couple of shots of vodka? The family stormed out of the restaurant when I drank the shots as they arrived at the table!
Conclusion
The table was set for a moment of pure, unadulterated vindication. Just as the apologetic waiter returned with a replacement glass of wine, the very family who had concocted the outlandish story about underage drinking sauntered back to their seats. What happened next was nothing short of legendary. The solo traveler, armed with the waiter’s apology and a fresh glass, made a bold request: not just a glass, but the entire bottle of wine, and to top it all off, a couple of shots of vodka. The waiter, perhaps sensing the injustice and ready to witness a spectacle, obliged.
The arrival of the full bottle and the potent shots signaled the beginning of the end for the antagonistic family. As the solo traveler downed the vodka with impressive speed, the family’s reaction was immediate and dramatic. Their faces contorted in horror and disbelief as they witnessed the very act they had tried to prevent, but amplified to an extreme degree. Unable to stomach the sight, the family abruptly gathered their belongings and stormed out of the restaurant, leaving behind a stunned silence and a triumphant solo traveler.
So, was the solo traveler in the wrong for this epic mic drop? The story concludes with a powerful statement of self-assurance and a refusal to be intimidated or judged. It’s a tale that proves sometimes, the best way to deal with passive-aggressive judgment is with a full bottle of wine, a few shots of vodka, and a defiant spirit. This Tenerife trip certainly delivered more excitement than anyone could have anticipated, leaving us all wondering if the family ever learned that some solo travelers know exactly how to handle themselves – and their drinks!
Here’s how people reacted:
Then don’t take your kids to places where alcohol is served, Mormonella.
NTA.
“we do not wish to expose our children to women drinking alcohol” Is that so? Great, I’ll show you how a real woman drinks
They will have to blindfold the children
The audacity to go lie about you being a naughty child that sneaked away to have alcohol. What the actual hell?
But also: it’s only offensive if women drink alcohol? So it’s okay for a man to do that? That’s misogynistic. Why shouldn’t a woman get to enjoy herself?
But in case you have any doubt – you’re a legend 🍷
They should stay the fuck at home – enjoy your holiday 😌☺️
This is professional level pettiness. Well done.