I dedicate this book to my poor loved ones. I'm sorry you were forced to endure countless hours of skype, impromptu loan requests and faked sympathy for someone on a year long vacation.
This trip would have never been possible without the love and support of you incredibly patient unfortunate souls. A particular thank you to my mother. Who flew half way across the world to share a piece of this great adventure with me.
I hope reading this allows you to love and loathe the journey as much as I did.
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11 months ago by
Hey Sara, have you made it home yet, or are you doing a victory lap? You mentioned you have mates in Mexico City, my trip is all go, have a couple of days M.City was going to try my 1st couch surf, or if you know of some peops... Still trying to understand '500 Spanish Verbs' maybee will make more sense in Mexico!! Hope you well, Mark Couchsurf Queenstown
about 1 year ago by Sara
Check this out, it calculates how many miles I've traveled! http://www.everlater.com/sarad/the-latte-backpacker/mind_numbingly_large_map
over 1 year ago by Sara
Oh yeah...I'm the cool kid!! My mama just arrived! Man, it's going to be embarrassing when she stays up later than me partying in the hostels.
over 1 year ago by Mom
Do everything you can! Go for it!
over 1 year ago by Sara
I wondering if she should cut out two weeks of Australia (I have three there) and go to Vietnam or stay longer in Indonesia. Advice anyone?
over 1 year ago by Ernie Saracki
Sara - you DO know that you CAN get a cheap, easy and quik visa-on-arrival into Vietnam, correct?? E-Mail me for details.... -Ernie-
over 1 year ago by Sara
Needs motivation...post deportation from India.
over 1 year ago by Sara
I am cold...that is all
over 1 year ago by Mom
Can we skype before you leave into never never land? I am here in Denver until about 7 am tomorrow, then on the road to Bonesteel and hope to be home by 5 pm on the 29th.
over 1 year ago by Sara
That's Natalie Ford not Hertz! :) oops! Hope Seattle is treating you well!
over 1 year ago by Sara
Ahhh...thanks Natie. Your energy would probably make you a better traveler than me! Keep up that great curiosity. Traveling is quite the humbling education. See you in the Summer!
over 1 year ago by Natalie
Sara you are amazing!!! I am soo inspired to see your independent travels and I hope that I am as cultured and self-sufficient as you one day! Blessings and be safe :) Love cousin Natalie
over 1 year ago by Peggy Huber
Love your pictures of Petra, looks like a beautiful place. Also congratulations on your engagement and future wedding! I know your folks are excited and will love whatever you guys do.
over 1 year ago by Sara
Ernie did you get my email! Can't wait to meet you!
over 1 year ago by Ernie
Hey Sara! Really enjoy your travelogue! I'm a friend of your cousin Kyle and I live in Northern Vietnam! We'd be happy to host ya for a few days in Hai Phong (which you can use as a launching pad to head off to Halong Bay) and I can give ya a few tips about Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and Danang and the rest of the country. Feel free to E-Mail me at Esaracki@gmail.com
over 1 year ago by Kyle
CONGRATS on the engagement!!!!! My vietnam contact is Ernie Saracki. I left a message for him on facebook and gave him your website here. So if you see a comment from Ernie you know who it is now. HAPPY TRAVELS!
over 1 year ago by Sara
We are engaged...check out the photos!
over 1 year ago by Sara
Yes! I will be in Vietnam for the whole month of Janurary. Send me his contact info and that could be fun. :) Thank you
over 1 year ago by Kyle
Sara: Not sure of your agenda, but if you are going anywhere in vietnam in the future, we have a good friend there. He comes to the states often and has stayed with us. He normally does his travelling via a scooter but is versed in the backpacking world as well. He teaches english there, and was tickled to death the last time he was here and Aunt Marge stocked him up on school books and supplies. He is married with a new baby, but would be more than happy to assist you in Vietnam. HAPPY TRAVELS
over 1 year ago by Sara
It's such a small world. So sorry I missed you. Normally I still turn when I hear the name Betsy (life long reflex). Bill laughed and asked if he really could pull off looking like a Xavier? So glad you follow along. It's bound to get quite interesting with some challenging destinations ahead. Cheers
over 1 year ago by Jenny Brase
I knew I saw you yesterday! We were at the Omaha zoo also. I walked past you and yelled Betsy, knowing it couldn't be you because you are out of the Country! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading about your journey. Enjoy civilization for a few days and as always be safe.
over 1 year ago by Sara
Hello Blogger fans...brace yourself as short videos have now been uploaded to Loch Lomond, Fes, Merzouga, Imlil, & Cairo!
over 1 year ago by Sara
Photos uploaded from Ait & on. Don't miss the snake charmer!
over 1 year ago by Marge Halverson
Really enjoying your trip. Its's wonderful to travel with you while staying at home . Love you & be safe.
over 1 year ago by Mom
Love the stories, glad I don't know about anything until it is over and you are safe! Just tried the zoom in today - fun! Love MOM
over 1 year ago by Mom
Morroco - WOW Can't wait to hear all the details. I received your VM on Skype, I miss you! Keep writing! Love always, MOM
over 1 year ago by Sara
Hey guys! I finally got the photos Scotland uploaded. Enjoy.
over 1 year ago by Natalie
we're travelling the world at the same time woo! have fun with your travels and we'll trade tips! love cousin nat
over 1 year ago by Eric Bolton
Enjoying the trip with you Sarah. Be safe and only drink good wine.
over 1 year ago by Sara
Betsy, go to the calendar tab on my facebook and my schedule is loaded on that. :)
over 1 year ago by Betsy And Xavier
Dude, Is there a way we can look at the projected future travel map?
over 1 year ago by Betsy Jo Divine
Miss you! Call me! Hugs, hope all is well (forget about the camera, could be much worse). Love you!
over 1 year ago by Carla
Sara I love that you are doing this! I keep checking daily to enjoy the adventure with you! all my love C
over 1 year ago by Tracy & Family
Sara Jean - All of us back in ole South Dakota are living vicariously thru you! We're so proud of you!! ENJOY and BE SAFE! The girls and I are checking nightly....they may use this site as part of a class project.....xxoo Your Black Hills Family Tracy, Tom, and Girls
over 1 year ago by Sara
Got it! Love the comments keep reading! Love ya
over 1 year ago by Kathy Divine
I miss you already! Sorry I didn't get your call today. I left you a message, did you get it? I loved reading your plane ride comments, keep them coming. Love MOM