Adventure Awaits: What’s Next
My short trip to Canada last week was just an appetizer for the upcoming trip my daughter and I have been planning. Our last trip abroad was to Ireland to celebrate her college graduation so we are past due for another adventure. This time we are headed for Japan.
I only take carry-on so have begun to plan my wardrobe carefully. I find it nerve-wracking to worry about an airline losing my luggage. I also don’t want to fuss with tons of clothes while traveling.
I want to look stylish and well put together but don’t need to make any outstanding fashion statements. That means I’ll be packing non-memorable clothes that I’ll use accessories to jazz up.
I’ve reordered a fresh pair of these shoes, in black. They’re my favorite for long days on my feet. The machine washable fabric which makes them perfect for all locations but after taking them camping for several years, I think a new pair is in order for Tokyo. The fabric stretches and breathes so they always stay comfy when my feet swell during the flight.
I know that slip on shoes are a smart idea because I will be slipping mine off frequently. I’ve ordered these and these and will decide which are most comfy before we go.
While jeans play a large role in my casual wardrobe at home, I’m not sure they’ll be coming on this trip. With a limited wardrobe, I want lightweight comfort and versatility which jeans don’t always guarantee for me.
My Eileen Fisher stretch crepe pants will be going as will my EF ponte knit pants. I dress them up and down easily and can wear them more than one day. I hate to waste time and money to get my laundry done during a short holiday.
This promises to be an exotic experience for us and we are beyond excited. I have some fun posts planned while away and hope to share what we see and do, so stay tuned.
Do you travel with your adult children?
Thanks for reading ladies and have a great day!
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Wow, very exciting news! Do you know you have a huge fun in Japan! Me!!!
I’ve been enjoying reading your blog more than a year. Your blog is a source of
great inspiration for me. Also a great material to learn English and build
fashion-related vocabulary. 🙂
Are you visiting the Kansai area (Kyoto/Osaka/Kobe)? If so, it would be great to
meet you even just for a bit. I’m living in the center of Osaka and am very
flexible on time and location. Let me know what you think. Thank you & Arigato.
Hi Kyomi! It means so much to me that you reached out and read my blog. We have a pretty packed agenda in Kyoto plus my daughter is battling the flu so I don’t feel right leaving her alone to come and meet you. We are loving Japan! You love in a wonderful place. I hope there will be another trip to Japan and I would love to meet you then.
Your trip to Japan sounds so fun; that’s on our bucket list. I can’t remember when you’re going, but don’t forget to layer, layer, layer because it can be chilly at this time of year.
We are leaving in 4 days. Yikes! I’m not packed. Layers are coming and lots of scarves.
Read your blog last night and admired your traveling shoes … I found a black pair in my size – never worn – at Goodwill this morning!! I would have not given them a second look if not for your recommendation. $3.89 for > $100 pair of shoes, thank you for keeping me informed! Now to plan a trip …
Lucky you!! They’re not too much to look at but oh so comfy.
A highlight of my life was a trip to Italy with our adult sons and the girlfriend of one of them. They got engaged during the trip (which he’d planned ahead of time… it wasn’t the heady experience of Tuscany that prompted the idea although that would make a better story) so that made it extra fun. We also love to travel with friends… another couple. Have done four trips so far and counting!
That’s so romantic!
I am so excited for you and your daughter! We lived in Japan for a year and have visited on several other occasions. I can’t wait to hear all about your trip!
We enjoy camping with our grown children and grandchildren, but we haven’t traveled with them since they were young.
How wonderful Elaine! Traveling with adult children is pretty special and I feel very fortunate.
I had a fantastic vacation with my daughter in Japan last year. You will love it! We stayed 12 days and had no problem with just a carry-on each. Are you taking a tour or traveling on your own? If you are making your own arrangements, hotels in Japan will forward your bag to your next hotel very reasonably if you want to make some stops before reaching your next destination. Get the phone app called Hyperdia to find subway or trains all over the country. Also you can carry a pocket wi-fi device to have internet connection wherever you go. Japan didn’t seem to have much free wi-fi in public areas. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
That sounds so fun, Janet! Just what we are doing. No tour just winging it. All great suggestions! I will need wifi so thank you for the heads up!!