There are very few things that stress me out as much as travel prep does. Don't get me wrong: I love the excitement and getting my shit together does make me feel empowered and independent. I'm also one of those people who love packing. It's so satisfying to me to just fit my life into a backpack. But god - if I'd never have to look into visa stuff again that'd be a HUGE relief.
I'm currently sat on the cool, marble floor of an airport in Sweden, my backpack by my side, A$AP Ferg blasting out of my headphones (probably ruining my hearing) and I feel so very carefree. Yes- okay, there's stuff racing through my mind (like cash withdrawals, currency exchange and bus routes from Bangkok Airport to the city centre) but it's all good. My life has been compressed to 50 liters. 11.8 kilograms. Wonderful.
The weeks, months prior to today, however, have been slightly less carefree and dreamy and floaty. I was running around, getting vaccinations, a new passport, reading everything I could find on international public transport, budgeting and malaria all while I was also working my ass of to make some extra cash to get me through these months of traveling. I didn't sleep. As soon as I closed my eyes I saw images of visas, travel documents, proof of onward travel and maps of places I could, at that point, only dream of.
I decided to create a simple yet informative guide to traveling the world (mostly South East Asia). A structured overview of things to be done, to be considered and to be bought. Stuff to take care of to ensure a care free, worry free, comfortable and budget proof trip. To get you through the preparations WITHOUT the sleepless nights :) You're welcome.
