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Experiencing a downward spiral in personal finances due to a concert by Oasis - Avoiding Regret in the Face of Anger

Experiencing the Oasis concert in New York City was the pinnacle of my musical experiences, albeit the priciest. Given another chance, I'd relive every moment without a single alteration.

Experiencing Financial Desolation for an Oasis Concert - Abstaining from Regrets: Don't Look Back...
Experiencing Financial Desolation for an Oasis Concert - Abstaining from Regrets: Don't Look Back in Anger

Experiencing a downward spiral in personal finances due to a concert by Oasis - Avoiding Regret in the Face of Anger

In August 2023, a dedicated music enthusiast embarked on a journey to the USA, driven by the desire to witness the legendary rock band, Oasis, live in concert. This trip, however, was not without its concerns, as President Donald Trump's restructuring of the state apparatus and ICE raids against migrants had sparked unease among travelers.

The concert took place at the MetLife Stadium, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, rather than in New York City, as initially anticipated. The cost of the concert ticket alone was approximately 116.25 US dollars.

To save money, the individual focused on street food and catching happy hours at bars in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Despite these efforts, the total expenses for the nine-day trip, including the concert, flight, hotel, and other activities, came to more than what some people might be able to afford. The author calculated the price for the hotel and flight for the Oasis World Tour visit in New York City at about 1,300 euros.

Additional expenses, such as a ticket to the US Open, food, drinks, and souvenirs, amounted to around 1,500 euros. The total travel expenses for the trip, including the concert, flight, hotel, and other activities, was approximately 2,900 euros.

The cost of the trip took a significant toll on the individual's personal finances. Yet, the individual considers the expenses to be worth it for the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing Oasis live. The band, known for their legendary status, released their first and perhaps best album, "Definitely Maybe", 30 years prior.

The individual's admiration for Oasis has had a lasting influence on their musical taste. The Gallagher brothers are playing an Oasis reunion tour, making this concert a highly anticipated event for fans worldwide.

Looking towards the future, the individual has already booked an eight-night package holiday in New York City for August 31, 2025, including a round trip flight with Delta and KLM, and a hotel in the Bowery district in southern Manhattan, for a total of 1,326 euros per person.

Despite the financial strain, the individual would do the trip again given the chance, demonstrating the power of music to inspire and bring people together, even in the face of significant challenges.

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