 The Countdown Begins... |
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I've been waiting for 2 years now to do this trip, and it finally appears to be taking flight. I leave for South East Asia in just over 2 weeks with my friend Lindsay.
Here's how it all started…
Why Asia? Lots of people ask me that! I spent 5 months backpacking in Australia after I finished university. People thought I was crazy for doing it on my own, but it was one of the greatest things I've ever done. Met some fabulous people, saw some simply amazing sites and ingested the ever-contagious travel bug. My travel agent insisted booking a stopover in Malaysia on my way home. I thought she was insane…why would I ever want to go there? But after 5 months of unforgettable memories, I had no money and needed to move on…the answer was Asia! People had talked about how fabulous it was there - they weren't kidding! I absolutely fell in love! The day I left, I promised myself I'd be back, but this time to see more than just KL.
So here I am, 2 years later… I'm taking a leave of absence from my job and saying goodbye to
Our first road trip together...
We don't always wear cowboy hats - but we were going to the Calgary Stampede!!!
The Plan: on January 23, we spend a day in LA, and then fly to Singapore. We'll have about 6 weeks to travel through Malaysia and southern Thailand together. Lindsay and I say goodbye in Bangkok as she flies off to Australia for the second leg of her trip. I'll spend the rest of my time in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. My last stop in April will be a side trip to Dubai to visit some friends.
And so, the countdown begins. In the next 2 weeks, I will finish working, pick up malaria pills, seriously hit the gym, and indulge in Western luxuries (like real toilets!) And then lets not forget the experience of packing my backpack…only to take out half its contents and repack it!
But I'm excited - it's bound to be an experience of a lifetime!
And so... The Countdown Begins...
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January 16th 2007 - rob : on your marks gal
well ... i take the privilege to add the first comment before you head out for ya trip ....
iyeah ..way to go ...ur own travel blog ... I must say I have always been fascinated by the way you have travelled australia and yur passion for travel and culture.... all i can say is that south east asia is a different adventure and you are going to be infuenced in a whole different way ...wow :) all the very best ...im happy for ya and im sure your gonna have a blast .... take care of ya self and ya health ... drink clean water and dont forget to set your spirit free !! See you in Dubai !
January 16th 2007 - Lloyd Budd: Enjoy
It sounds like you have an amazing trip planned! Enjoy.
I look forward to reading about it here on your blog.
January 16th 2007 - Melissa L.: So Jealous!
Hey Em
I am so happy for you and sooo jealous. I just got back from spending 4 months in Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos and I would go back in a second. You will have such an amazing time. Make sure to share your stories whilst you are gone so I can live vicariously through you. Also, if you have any questions I would love to help.
Bon Voyage!
Melissa
January 19th 2007 - Elaine: Happy travels!
Hi Emily. Never thought we'd be writing on a "blog"! Hope you have a wonderful and exciting trip. We'll be waiting to read more as your journey unfolds. Take care and Enjoy! (Aunt) Elaine and "the Don"
January 19th 2007 - Swiss Tom: New Adventure
Hey Emily!
Your adventure sounds exciting! Actually, I've always wanted to travel this region of the world and hopefully I'll have the opportunity to do it one time, maybe in a few years... But for the moment, I'm already quite busy discovering your fantastic country! ;-)
Wish you all the best for this trip and an awesome time (like in Downunder!)! :D
Take care
Tom
January 20th 2007 - meredith: Bon voyage Emily
Three more days! It sounds like you are bound to have an amazing few months Em. I've never been to Asia so i am looking fwd to your updates. cheers,
-mer
So only 3 more days to go - ahhhh! Thanks for all your support! :) I'm so excited to have you sharing in the excitement with me!
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