Packing my suitcase is made a lot easier thanks to my many years spent playing Tetris.

I had no idea travelling overseas would take so much effort. I picture it being as simple as:

-Choose destination.
-Book flight.
-Pack Bag.
-Leave.

Turns out there is a lot more involved:

-Choose destination.
-Save immense amounts of $$ and live on a super limited budget.
-Research places to go & things to see.
-Harrass any one whose been to Australia, New Zealand or Thailand to obtain any ounce of knowledge they can provide.
-Tell employers you're leaving them for 4 months, but would still like work for them when you arrive home.
-Speak with travel agent about flight options, arrival and departure dates.
-Get medical insurance.
-Cancel cell phone.
-Cancel vehicle regstration.
-Purchase an Aussie appropriate wardrobe during a Saskatchewan winter (impossible!)
-Purchase valid passport.
-Apply & obtain an Austrailian visa.
-Arrange banking & Visa limits.
-Pack 4 months of your life into a backpack.
-Say goodbye to the people you love.


I'm not a very anxious person, but this to-do list is enough to make anyone stress out. It's a good thing I'm travelling to the most relaxed place on the planet. The beaches and sunshine will be well worth it.