A friend group invites you on a trip but maps out every hour with mandatory activities. Do you negotiate downtime?

My close friends are coordinating a 4-day weekend getaway and shared a master itinerary that leaves zero empty windows. Every morning, afternoon, and evening is packed with pre-booked museum tours, reservations, and group events. I need quiet solo time to feel restored.

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Poll image 1 for A friend group invites you on a trip but maps out every hour with mandatory activities. Do you negotiate downtime?
67% voted Politely opt out of two non-essential group events to preserve your personal battery
Request a dedicated, open-ended afternoon block for independent solo exploration 0%
0 votes
Suffer through the packed schedule to maintain complete group unity and peace 0%
0 votes
♛ Politely opt out of two non-essential group events to preserve your personal battery 67%
2 votes
Propose a simplified, lower-intensity alternative timeline for the entire group to review 33%
1 vote
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