tbird56b
Just flew to Hungary. I really wasn't ready for the trip. Luckily, I was able to upgrade and had a very nice experience. I'm 4 months post-surgery but not in good enough shape for all the walking on tours. I'm on a Viking River cruise.
I am always chilled and had to buy a jacket. My suitcase is packed with ostomy supplies.
Next cruise is in February. I should be okay for that one. Second Star Trek cruise. They are so much fun. Ship full of geeks.
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Glad you are enjoying your travels. Yeah, I would think a lot of walking that soon after your ostomy would be hard on you. Try to relax and take breaks when you can. Don't forget to hydrate!
An upgrade is the best. I was fortunate on my last trip overseas to fly first class, and it was something else!
Sounds like you have the cruising life all sorted. Live long and prosper!🖖
Flying and emptying the urostomy bag. How did you deal with the long flight and the need to empty your bag?
I wasn't ready for the trip. I needed more physical therapy. I tripped over the saddle of the cabin and dislocated my right thumb. I went to the hospital for X-rays. Now I can't use that hand. That taught me a lesson. I had to dump my bag many times. Not easy with no right thumb.
Greetings TBird,
Viking trips are great. Especially the river cruises. What I liked about them was when I booked the first trip, the consultant told me to save my money and get an inside room. The thought was that they would keep us so busy we would never spend any spare time in the room. I did this and used the money for excursions. We also got upgraded to a patio room when we got there.
I was 6 months post-op when we went on the Rhine River. You're right. There is plenty of walking. It just made more room for the great meals they had. No weight gain at all. I'm glad you are getting out and about. As you see with health issues, tomorrow is not guaranteed. Make the most of each day. Keep us posted on your adventures. You never know, there may be someone reading your stories who gets inspired to make their own.
Best of Health,
SharkFan
I just went to the loo, and fortunately, it was solid.
It was solid and easy to dump, and I was
in the front row near 🚽
