I’ve gone semi-mustachian, have made some major changes but not quite as committted as most. Outside of rent, our expenses are minimal and we have extraordinary salaries (I manage a business and rarely can catch my breath). So, I can afford almost any holiday but still don’t want to go crazy after learning so much here. That said, my partner and I are spending Xmas apart as I don’t want to spend it with the partner’s family and partner does, we’re ok with this. I then have 2 weeks to go somewhere (traveling is one of my passions) and can’t decide between 2 different types of trips, love any advice to help me pick:
Option A: Cambodia/Vietnam: I’ve never been and have heard great things and saw a documentary that made it look beautiful. My air miles would get me a one way flight, I’d have to pay the other way, costing around $700. A tour would cost me around $900, with some meals and accommodations included. This would be busy, people around, not on my schedule but a helping guide and local knowledge. I’m trying to see if I can DIY and put a cheaper itinerary together. Love the idea of seeing something new, just not sure if I want all the busyness after a rather hectic year. Total, after everything, probably $2300
Option B: Bali: Been before and love it so much, but have only gone with partner. We spoil ourselves, get a private villa with a pool, hang out naked and then go and get massages, do yoga, walk around, eat amazing food. Last year we did it and I did nothing but study MMM and changed my life in the new year. I can recreate all of that sans partner. Not sure if the time alone will be exactly what I need or I’ll feel lonely after a bit? Bright side, air miles will cover r/t fare, but taxes of $350. The private villa will be $1300. Total: after food, massages, probably $2300
Hmmm, writing this out makes both trips around the same costs and $2300 seems like a lot with this new mindset. Sigh, does mustachian mean no more cool holidays?
Thoughts (and obligatory face punching)? ;-)