2011 has been a banner travel year for me, and I'm very grateful. While packing bags and jet setting is something that's second nature because of my restless legs (thanks for that phrase, David Farley), planning and logistics definitely take time. In 2011 alone, I've been on the road for roughly three months in total. Not too shabby!
From New Mexico, which I visited and fell in love with because of its rich history and arts and crafts scene, to Vail, Colorado, a summer journey that I will never forget, 2011 has been a melange of destinations. Detroit was one of my highlights too, because of the Henry Ford Museum and Ford's grandiose vision. Imagine — apart from inventing the Model T, he created the world's first Airport Hotel. My memories of Detroit will always be about the Piquette Assembly Line, Rouge Factory and Greenfield Village, which is not just any old field trip.
Since I was three years old, I've been on the road. From India to Nigeria to Kenya to a European trip when I was nine years old, it's always been a case of "go, go go." I get my share of extreme anxiety when traveling, but because I've traveled so much, I can always find ways to unwind and de-stress.
Friday is the beginning of one of my most exciting trips ever, partly because of its sheer distance, and partly because of the novelty. I'm as excited as the proverbial and highly cliched pig in mud.
So — where exactly in the world will I be? Staying true to my love for Trivia, here are some clues (don your Sherlock Holmes hat):
- It's the farthest I have ever traveled (note: I was born in India and have traveled from India – the U.S., roughly about 10,000 miles);
- Despite my fears of not having enough vegetarian food to eat, I am assured that this is NOT an issue;
- My destination has a UNESCO World Heritage Site;
- I will do my best to avoid the slot machines while I'm there;
- During my plane ride, I'll be given all three meals before I descend: breakfast, lunch and dinner;
- My final destination is NOT a country per se.
So, where am I going? Please leave your comments and best guesses below. The winner of this gets bragging rights and a beautiful new edition of LUXE CITY GUIDES TO LONDON. As for me, I'll get back to packing….
- Charu Suri; all images copyright of Butterflydiary.com
From Jeff Titelius:
Okay, this is definitely a toughie….but here goes nothing….my guess is Macau, China.
From Lindsay:
Well, my first guess was going to be Macau, China… but since Jeff beat me to the punch…. I'll guess Luang Prabang, Laos
From Charu Suri:
Thanks for the comment– stay tuned tomorrow!
From Charu Suri:
Thanks for the comment– stay tuned for the reveal tomorrow!
From Emily in Chile:
My guess was Macau too – I swear I didn't cheat and read the comments first!
From Beauty Alchemist:
Macao. The casinos clinched it. That's going to be an interesting trip girl. Have fun
From Beauty Alchemist:
of course I spelled it wrong. oops.
From Andi of My Beautiful Adventures:
I say Macau too and if it is I'm going to be so jealous because I want to go to Hong Kong soooo badly to visit my brother
From s.rajah iyer:
kandhahaar?
From Nomadic Samuel:
The slot machines clue definitely has me thinking Macau like most others. Congrats on being on the road so much this year and hopefully many more months of travels are in the works for you
From Charu Suri:
I’m gonna send you postcards! PROMISE!!
From Valeria Avirett:
Thank you for being a fan of the LUXE City guides. Let us know where your travels take you next so we can send you a LUXE guide! Hope you enjoyed Macau. Cheers.
From Charu Suri:
For SURE! It is a true pleasure to read them…they’re works of art.