OP, its pretty funny how aghast so many folks are that there is any circumstance under which a reasonable person might choose to decline the prize. Here are just a few scenarios,
1. Dont care about the castle. 'Most of these folks are labeled as wack jobs around these parts,' Having been to europe and in 'Real' castles, somehow the make believe ones arent that big of a deal.
(I wouldnt mind staying tho'
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2. Family size. Ok what if you have SIX kids in your group? Is it really selfish to decide that splitting up the group and not including someone is a great idea? Who knows what the family had planned that could be important to them? Even if its FIVE as was given in once scenario, Some folks might not want to have to send mom or dad or grandma/grandpa on there seperate way, I dont think thats selfish, quite the opposite really.
3. Travel Arrangements. Now alot of folks have said well just reschedule the flight, what if thats not an option? What if someone has to be back for work? What if they cant afford to make said arrangements? Everyones circumstances are different.
4. Fear of Amusement parks after closing. Come on, there has to be some kind of phobia associated with this. I blame scooby doo and the gang.