is three asia trips in 8 months too much for me?
I’ve been dreaming about my upcoming sabbatical for years, and now that it’s finally happening, I want to make the most of it. The plan was to travel with each family member—make some memories, you know? But my teenage son just dropped a bombshell: he doesn’t even like traveling! After I got over the shock (and a little heartbreak), I decided to join a solo group tour to Vietnam and Cambodia with G Adventures. That’s set for the fall.
Here’s where things get tricky. I also promised my daughter a trip to Thailand in January, and my husband and I have our hearts set on Japan in May. So, if I stick to this plan, I’ll be flying from Montreal to Asia three times in eight months. That’s a lot of long-haul flights for someone who’s only ever gone as far as Europe and Peru. I keep picturing myself dragging my suitcase through airports, fighting jet lag, and wondering if I’ll even enjoy the places if I’m exhausted.
I know people always talk about the money, but honestly, I’ve been saving up for years, and I’ve got some points and a little inheritance to help out. My real worry is whether the distance and the back-and-forth will just wipe me out. I want to make the most of this rare time off, but I’m starting to wonder if I’m biting off more than I can chew. Has anyone else tried this kind of marathon travel? Did you regret it, or was it worth every minute? I keep thinking, life is short—should I just go for it, or am I setting myself up for a travel burnout?
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