Getting Ready

Three months from today I will be embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure overseas to Europe.  Although this trip will not be my first time "over the pond", it will be my inaugural visit to the United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Austria, and Denmark.  My agenda allows me to stay in four beautiful cities: London, Prague, Vienna, and Copenhagen.  I will be taking two classes that cover dual subjects.  One class will teach me about English Gothic Literature and the second will cover topics about German History.  This experience will be amazing and enlightening and in order for me to gain the maximum amount of knowledge that I desire I will prepare ahead of my departure, while counting down the days as I go.

My first step towards being ready to travel abroad was to get my finances in check.  I am very lucky to be surrounded by family members that wholeheartedly support my expedition, so they are financing my trip.  I also have to take knowledge of the areas I am visiting into consideration, so I will read travel guides about London, Vienna, Prague, and Copenhagen.  I often find that educating myself prior to my trip will provide a great sense of appreciation, knowledge, and expertise planning as I travel from city to city in Europe.  Finally the most important step of my trip preparation is shopping, shopping, and more shopping!  Over the next three months I look forward to splurging on new travel necessities such as travel bags, clothing, shoes, and accessories almost as much as I look forward to the trip itself.  

I cannot wait to embark on this wonderful adventure and to update my experiences as I go.  Europe, I will see you in fifteen weeks!