It's New Years (well, almost anyway) and although I was going to wait until January 1st to make my first posting, I got too excited reading all those of people already on their journeys! So here I am! I'd like this blog to be a resource for anyone who's interested in embarking on their first international journey. I'm still several months out from my intended departure date, but this is a crucial time where you set the framework of the journey. I've traveled across the United States several times, and seen almost every nook and cranny I could get to (47 states worth!), but i'm sure that will barely prepare me for what i'm about to get myself into. As of now, my itinerary is very vague... during my travels I learned that's the best way
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