September 5, 2009
Cars sold …. 2
House rented …. 1
Boxes stored …. 20
Bags packed …. 2
Dogs relocated … 1
Days of anticipation …. 521
Trips to REI …. 45
Items donated, gifted or thrown away …. countless
Family and friend goodbyes …. too many
Expected days on the road …. around 365
One way ticket to Tokyo …. 120,000 skymiles
Tokyo subway ticket …. 1000 Y
Globetrotting with your other half …. PRICELESS!
Today is the first day of our journey, leaving for Tokyo. Wish us luck and keep in touch!
We have taken thousands of photos so far during our trip. Here are some of our favorites we have captured so far.
To get an idea of some of our most memorable moments along the way check out these amazing posts. Experiences range from swimming with elephants to hiking the great wall. It's all in a years travel!
Need inspiration to get out of the house? Ready to go but not sure where? Here are some amazing places to thrill you.
Sometimes pictures just can't tell the story. These posts all have videos that go the extra mile to help put you where we have been.
Need an inside scoop? These posts have all the juicy details about popular places to stay and things to do.
Oh wOw, your long awaited adventures have begun! I can't wait to see and read more updates! Enjoy yourselves! =)
Ummm..Family and friends goodbyes: your a bettendorf…too many isnt the phrase. lol
Have a great time so I call tell Grayson stories about his mommy's famous friends…..Take care.
Have fun guys and be safe!! Can’t wait to see you when you get back. We’ll have an 8 month old by then!
Enjoy! We'll miss you guys – tennis won't be the same without you. I can't wait to see all your pictures!
Good Luck you two ! Hope to live vicariously through your travels for now