Preparing for a trip is part of the fun

Some people are content to show up at a destination and let a trip unfold. Although I agree there is something to be said for spontaneity, for me, the preparation for an upcoming trip heightens my anticipation and helps to make the journey last for months instead of days. There are many directions that this planning can take, and, depending on your personality, it can make the final travel experience more meaningful and rewarding. I'm a bit of an analytical, so I love information. I enjoy spending time choosing the destination, figuring out transportation and accommodations, researching what there is to see and do, and assessing and acquiring the gear needed for the trip. As the puzzle comes together the excitement continues to build right up to the day of departure. As Don Williams Jr. once said “The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.” I believe that preparing for a trip is part of the journey. Stay tuned for future posts about the factors to consider in the planning process.