 New York in Summer? Hello crowdsurfing in humidity! :( The Walkaroos are planning (meaning "I" am planning) the trip next month back to NYC.
Since the three of us have been there a few times, I'm hoping to skip a few places. Hubby and kids will fly out a few days earlier than me and so I'm fixing their schedule with to-do's and places I am happy not to repeat 😎 Researching for other places to see helps get me all hyped up. Since I have seen NYC a few times, I'm a little disappointed that once again, we are not going to be able to see other states. Oh well, there's always a next time. I'm sure, NYC will offer us something equally exciting this time around. I used my OCD planner but simplified it as it's only for one city. The only challenge is that:
We didn't rent an Airbnb house this time since based on the comparison, the location of hotels are far more ideal than the Airbnb properties. Not to mention the affordability. Do we need laundry?
Do we need a kitchen?
I booked two hotels for both dates. Hubby and kids will let me know if we have to change hotels when I arrive. The good thing about the bookings I made is it can be cancelled 2 days before check-in. I can cancel for free. Convenient. I might not be excited for myself but I am excited for the kids. Jason and JD have not been to NYC while Alex kinda miss visiting charming NYC spots. Crossing fingers all goes smoothly. We'll be adding our Walkaroos footprints in NYC. Until August!
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 As I wrote it on 24 June 2014 and some additional insights I learned in the last 4 years. Still learning! By Nina ____ 1. Before the end of each year, I pick 3 countries/cities I want to see. I might not have the money, I might not have time, it might be difficult to get a visa... I don't care! I am picking!!! So, looking at the next 12 months, list the top 3 countries or cities you have been meaning to see and why do you want to visit each?
2. Build a rough "must-do". List your top 3 things in each places. If you ever push through, you have the top 3 to aim for, everything else will be a bonus. That way, you don't feel stressed into jamming your day with so many things to do or places to see. You are on vacation, you are not at work!
 As I wrote it on 28 June 2014
By Nina This was back in the day when we were only 4. I surprised my little family to a European tour and started with the beautiful Czech Republic. But first things first, I had to learn how to pack light. My first attempt to committing to the challenge was not entirely a success but I learned, a lot. ----- One back-pack each! It was a definite challenge but it's needed. This is a 10-day trip to 2 cities, essentially. In August we will be touring more cities and so it's good to practice now and not be stressed-out later on. Granted I and hubs still carry the boys' bags now and again, I still say it's a must to stick to one-bag rule. No check-in luggage and no wheels to worry on cobbled streets, it's a brilliant idea!  As I wrote it on 23 June 2014. By Nina _______________ It felt like the longest 7 months of working, planning and working some more, non-stop. There were days I cried, I fell ill or just felt like I pushed myself too far. There were days when I got cranky as hell or seriously depressed just for being tired and hungry. I was overworked and was skipping meals to either work some more (job) or work on the plans But as the saying goes, never give up. So, I didn't. I pushed myself until I feel like I reached my breaking point. I rest to recover from the tension and then I resume working on it again.  |
AuthorWe used to flip through the pages of glossy magazines or colourful webpages, drool and gawk at gorgeous places we only dreamed of seeing. We used to daydream over the idea of food we might never get to taste. Wondered how each destination feels. Categories
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