The Birth of the Semi-Backpacker

Trip Start Aug 26, 2007
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Trip End Jan 05, 2008


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Sunday, August 26, 2007

After so many months of planning, dreaming, talking and googling, my trip is finally here! I'd like to say that this Bronx-born city girl that's never been camping is doing a 360 and packing a tent and sleeping bag in her backpack; HOWEVER, I am realistic and comfortable in the fact that change can be gradual and that I am in no way ready for that level of tree huggin' lovin' yet!

Instead, I am proclaiming myself a semi-backpacker. For instance, I do have a backpack that I'm bringing with me, HOWEVER, it has nice, comfortable wheels and I also have an additional piece of carry on luggage. I swear, I tried to swing it with just the backpack, but as soon as I stuffed my hiking boots and weather-proof gear, there was barely space left for any other roughing it-type essentials (such as my curling iron and dancing shoes!)  

As part of my semi-backpacking mantra, I will not be pitching a tent, tying my own knots, or making fire out of bobby pins and fig leaves, but I will be stretching my dollars by staying at low-cost hostels and traveling to my destinations via buses and ferries. 

My plane leaves in less than 5 hours and arrives at my first destination after 2 international layovers and 16 short hours. I am excited to get started on my journey and look forward to staying in touch (as often as I can get to an internet-cafe!)

I will document my trip with extensive picture taking and sassy commentary, so check back often to see what I am up to. My next update, will come to you live in a few days, as I begin my journey to the end of the world!
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smuffy
smuffy on Aug 26, 2007 at 08:22AM

Firstie=Bestie!!!
Fig leaves and hairpins. Only you, loca. Only you. I'm excited to hear more.

nadhazy
nadhazy on Aug 26, 2007 at 08:44AM

Peter
Judith Good Luck!

lmgreen-rowe
lmgreen-rowe on Aug 26, 2007 at 09:42AM

You GO Girl!!
Becca and I will be checking in regularly to get updates...good luck, have fun and be safe!

wrhpuravida
wrhpuravida on Aug 26, 2007 at 09:45AM

Felicidades!!!
All the places I've dreamed of being, okay, except for the tent thing!! I'll live vicariously (I don't even know how to spell that word...I guess that's why I don't use it)through you....Happy Times and Grand Adventures! ---Rebecca

moneygram
moneygram on Aug 26, 2007 at 10:05AM

Lookin for Judith
I don't even know you anymore! The girl that has never been fishin in her entire life is now travelling rainforests (albeit with a curling iron...). So jealous as I continue to make edits to the MG workbook...
TIP: you can make a new Jane outfit with bobby pins and fig leaves but probably not a fire.
Tell Tarzan I said hi:)

samiam21
samiam21 on Aug 26, 2007 at 12:35PM

Good luck!
Hey sis, good luck on your trip!! Make sure you take a lot of pics. I look forward to seeing you when you return in September :)

carolinaarico
carolinaarico on Aug 26, 2007 at 12:40PM

You Fearless Traveler!
I'm so proud of you! Can't wait to read your first on-location entry.

smuffy
smuffy on Aug 26, 2007 at 10:11PM

Awww @ my dad
He totally left you a comment!!!

I gave both he and my mom a link to your blog.

enelra
enelra on Aug 27, 2007 at 09:47AM

Where in the World
Chica - You know I'm super jealous of what you're doing. If I weren't in school, I'd meet you at the end of the world. Que padrisimo! A

erica_d
erica_d on Aug 27, 2007 at 12:26PM

So jealous!!
Judith-So jealous that you are finally off! I will anxiously be awaiting all of your travel updates. Stay safe and have fun!!
Erica

asilde
asilde on Aug 28, 2007 at 08:44PM

End of the World
We would love to join you. Take care and have fun.
Please keep sending us pics. We love you. Hassan & Asilde

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