And so came the day when we would go home (or would we?). We had known from the beginning that we had a deadline, but had not anticipated how much we would enjoy traveling. Perhaps someday in the future, we could take a longer trip? Maybe one day, we could be gone a whole year. While we are at it… Is there any way, any whatsoever, we could weave travel into our livelihood??? Time would tell, Dear Friend. Time would tell.
Visit the NY Museums: Guggenheim, MET, MoMa
Our flight was not due until evening, so we figured we had enough time to take a look at the Guggenheim Museum before we had to go to the airport. The architecture of the Guggenheim was very fascinating. We participated in a tour of the building's history and saw some of the world's most famous paintings.
Dilek has always been particularly fond of Kandinsky, and just had to purchase some souvenirs. We have a general rule to avoid souvenirs, unless they represent an exceptional memory, because they tend to clutter up our house. Obviously, Dilek felt that this was one of those exceptional occasions.
The local New Yorkers, who had joined us on the Guggenheim tour, were very stereotypical art-buffs. Completely dressed in black, with a stoic countenance, and extremely eager to let us know how much more cultivated they were than us. Boy, will we miss New York! And no, that is not sarcasm. We really mean it. 😊
And thus ends the Trip… but not the Journey
With this, our trip had come to an end. We had been gone for 51 days, but it felt like much longer. It had been such an amazing experience, we had seen so much, met great people, and did not feel any homesickness whatsoever. We have not regretted a single second… ever!
Travel is the Best Investment?
Travel is one of those things, dear friend, that the more you spend on it, the richer you become. For those of you just starting out, weather you are young students, professionals, or retired - the route we have described in this section is an EXCELLENT start. It is a very safe and easy route to take. It covers several continents, as well as gives a very good balance between city destinations, nature, and island resorts.
Please use this as an inspiration, dear friend, and we promise you will not regret a single moment. It will be an adventure you will never forget!
Here are some Flash-Backs
Your Treasure Map: Top 100 Wonders ListWisdom begins in Wonder ... and ends in Happiness The Road not Taken...and that made all the difference 1. Around the world in 50 days 2. A journey of a 1000 miles begins with a single step 3. Beijing Sleeps - Military closes the Forbidden City 4. The Great Wall of China 5. DJ Oakenfold to starving children: The Day of Contrasts 6. China gives new meaning to “Bargaining” 7. China is as culturally diversified as Europe 8+9: Insects are Nutritious! Anything-on-a-stick! 10. The Summer Palace 11. Train from Beijing→Hong Kong Hong Kong Introduction 12. HK gives rough welcome but wins us over with Light Show 13. We’re melting… What is your impression of Beijing & Hong Kong? Do you agree with our summary? Bad Blood & the Land Down Under 14+15.We always meet Facinating People at the Airport 16+17. Sydney tour & Rugby Disaster 18+19. Not Impressed??? 20, 21, 22. Katoomba Blue Mountains 23. Long lost relative in Canberra 24. Half way through! 25. War? What is it good for? 26. Taronga Zoo - Yes or No? 27. Preparing for next Chapter Fiji - a Gem on our planet 28. Fiji opens your heart 29. Brain-Fork, 1st Kava Ceremony + New Dimensions 30. Does Paradise accept Credit Cards? 31. The best Under Water Wonder 32. Every step until this point had taken us further away 33. The Best Gift is a Good Story 34. Thunderstorm in Fiji Welcome to Los Angeles! 35. To the Stars + Airport Security 36. Have you broken the rules while abroad? 37. Local Buses - Good Sightseeing 38. Jay Leno - Do you remember him? 39. Universal Studios 40. Live Sitcom + US Army 41. Santa Monica, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills Philadelphia - Part of US History 42. Have you ever dropped your pants at an airport? 43. Hygiene and Travel 44+45. Heatwave - so we made lemonade 46. Philadelphia Sightseeing + Arrogance New York City!!! Exclamation! 47. NY Sightseeing + Police Helicopter 48. Central Park, Empire State + How we get Travel Pictures 49. United Nations + Kelly Bundy 50! Letterman + Brooklyn + Broadway
A Couple of Bonus Places… and new Routes ahead
In order to give you a few extra choices when planning your travels, we will give you two bonus destinations. This is just our way of emphasising how easy it is to travel and how flexible your route could be.
By the way, Dear Friend. This is just ONE of our routes. We will soon post more routes, with different angles and different levels of difficulty. You are most welcome to join us. In fact, we would be honored to have your company.
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