I leave for my big trip in only 12 days!! I'm still in the midst of moving and leaving DC, so it hasn't really sunk in yet that I will be in Asia for 2 months. But I have been planning this trip for a long time - reading guide books, doing lots of Internet research, even drafting up my packing list far in advance. Because I'm traveling alone, and also because I'm a very good vacation planner, I prefer to have each day pretty much mapped out. I've already booked almost all my accommodation, but I'm taking a somewhat leisurely pace and not rushing through each city, so I can still be flexible with how I spend each day. But I think it's best to be prepared. Also, I bought travel insurance, just in case.
I can't wait to actually start packing my bag!
