So here is my first update on how I’m progressing with my 30B430 goals. I am pleased to announce I have completed two of my goals and have become one step (or country) closer to completing a third.
18) Have a professional massage done - COMPLETED
On January 4th 2011 I had my first massage. BF and I had a couples Thai massage in a tiny hut right on the beach outside of our bungalow. I have to admit, it was a little painful at times but this girl really knew what she was doing. She targeted my problems spots right away. Afterward I felt like I was in La La Land and spent the rest of the day just reading and BF past out for hours. Later on we felt like we’d had a full work out. Overall it was a great experience but next time maybe I’ll do one without the pressure points and all.
If I return to Thailand I may stay in one spot for awhile and do a full on course of Thai massage. I like how they don’t use a lot of wrist or finger movements which is something I feared when I thought about becoming a masseuse (carpal tunnel anyone?). They use their whole body but a lot of legs, feet and forearm does the trick.
Cost - Well the day before it was $150baht per person per hour which is $5 CAD. The day we did it the price was up to $200. BF tipped them and rounded it out to $500baht. Worth every penny!
19) Take a cooking class - COMPLETED
Yay! I had been waiting for so long to do this in Chiang Mai. I ended up doing it in Cambodia first. The opportunity presented itself and I ran with it. The experience was not so fabulous as BF dropped out sick that day and the Chef was kind of a snotball who was too handsy for my liking.My second experience in Chiang Mai made it up for it big time. I had an AMAZING time. I can see why that school is rated as the second most popular tourist attraction in the area. The owners were the teachers and they were the friendliest, happiest people. They taught us so much and we did everything ourselves. They even gave us a quick lesson in vegetable carving which was important to me. Free tour of the market was another bonus of the class. I can't say enough about it. Fabulous!
9) Visit 10 different countries - On My Way
I guess I should list all the countries I’ve been to for a start
Canada, USA, Australia, Hutt River, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Thailand, Cambodia
Before I started on this journey I had only ventured inside of North America. I’m glad I made the choice to travel. Since posting my goals while I was in Hong Kong I have added two more countries to the bunch. Thailand and Cambodia. How awesome is that?
Now I just have to manage to squeeze in two more countries before I turn 30. This could be a major challenge but one I’m looking forward to.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
30 B4 30 Goals Update # 1
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I had to google what Hutt River was! Maybe you can hit Europe or something within North or South America?
Going to Mexico will make it 9! And then you will just need one more...so many options :)
Asian Pear - There are so many places I would love to go. Egypt, India, Africa, Europe, Scandinavia, the list goes on and on.
I am interested in those cruises that Canadian Saver mentioned. Maybe a birthday gift to myself. Some of the commenters went to some pretty cool places.
Also I hoped people would google Hutt River. The Prince and Princess are amazing people. Its a little secret of Australia that there is actually a second country snuggled in there. :0)
Laura - Exactly! I can't wait for Mexico! I've never been there before so I'm counting down the days. Plus,going with all our friends makes it even better. :)
It's awesome that you've already gotten two goals done, with a third on the way. I think another two countries is completely do-able, you can make it work.
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