A list of some upcoming expenses
So I’m going to have to do a little bit of spending in the next few weeks:
- Hiking/Camping supplies
- Backpacking water bladder ($35) – I must have lost it in the move, because it’s gone.
- Tent ($300) – This purchase is going to hurt because lightweight backpacking tents aren’t cheap. I’m going to buy a new 2-person tent because I don’t trust used tents not to have tiny holes or rips in them. I might actually wait until I go down to Seattle in August and check out REI, but that would mean no overnight hikes until then. Not that it’s really possible right now anyway, with so much snow still up in the mountains.
- Backpacking stove & accessories ($75) – Another expensive purchase. I’m going to scour Craigslist and hiking forums for used stuff first.
- Flight to Chicago ($600) – I still haven’t purchased my ticket to the Financial Blogger Conference. It pains me to have to throw that much money at a flight. I’ve got the cash sitting in my Travel Fund, I just don’t want to spend it.
- Computer desk & chair ($350) – There’s one desk that I really want to order online, but it’s a tad pricey. I could buy a cheaper alternative from IKEA if it came down to it. I would also like to buy a really nice computer chair. Currently scouring Craigslist.
Over the weekend, Blonde on a Budget and I got to talking about a trip to Seattle to run in a 5k/10k race in September and to watch a ball game. It’s not confirmed yet, but it would be pretty awesome. I would anticipate the cost for this would be around $200-250, including registration fees, hotel, and miscellaneous spending (gas, food, baseball ticket, etc.)
I also really want to go on a trip somewhere this winter. A few girlfriends and I were thinking of Jamaica in March. But that can be pretty pricey. We’ve all been to Mexico, and I was just in Hawaii so I don’t think I’d want to go again so soon. Jamaica is preferred, but maybe Puerto Rico? Cuba? I think if my friends don’t end up going on this trip, I might end up going myself to North Carolina. Totally random and the opposite of somewhere tropical, but I’ve just always wanted to go there. This trip might not be possible though, depending on the timeline for Kilimanjaro.
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Ohhhh, fun!!! I got the travel bug from our honeymoon definitely. And G and I took a trip to NC a couple years ago and absolutely LOVED it. So much so that I would totally consider moving there. It's great. It may not be "tropical", but we really enjoy the beach there — and they have a great beach house scene where you can rent a beach house for as many days as you want. Love!
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This is currently on sale at REI for $200 from $300: http://www.rei.com/product/810183/msr-hubba-hubba…
That's the one we have, a few years old & different colors. Anyway, keep your eyes out for sales – you'll find what you need!
I visited NC on a long weekend a few years back and loved it too. I know my view is not the most common, but I just can't get enthusiastic about beach vacations, even though most tropical destinations have a lot going on and are really fun. I don't really know why, I just know I'll always pick something else first!
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Even though $350 might seem like a lot for a chair they say that it's a good investment for your back.
NC is great, you'll love it. I just moved here recently from the UK. It has the contrast of both the mountains and the beaches with the added southern hospitability.
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NC is fantastic. BF and I were like Amber and her husband; we fell in love with NC and would definitely consider moving there.
Technically, I live in South Carolina, which is awesome, but North Carolina is pretty great too. You really can't go wrong by visiting either one.
Have you heard of steepandcheap.com? I picked up a 1-person backpacking tent for $38 (seriously!). It's very random but always entertaining–and a little addicting.
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I've heard Puerto Rico is great. I love beaches so I'm partial.
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If you want tropical check out Turks and Caicos.. Beautiful!
North Carolina is very nice as well. I think you would really enjoy Charleston, South Carolina. Lots of history, friendly people, beach, and of course you can run/walk the Arthur Ravenel Bridge! Plus you could do a day trip down to Savannah Georgia from there.
FYI on Jamaica…it's WAY more expensive that you would think it is! I went with my family and even my Dad was surprised. Since tourism is its largest industry, they milk it for all its worth. We didn't stay in a resort (a small beach hotel instead) in Negril and spent half our time in an off-the-beaten-path town on the West coast…and even THAT was pricier than expected! However, I had an amazing time, and of course since it was a family vacation my parents paid for the entire thing, so I can't complain. ;)
I just checked out some prices and nearly puked. Still though, I want to go there eventually. Might as well fork over the money now. Also if I do end up going, we will have to chat about sightseeing and must-dos! :)