Holiday Phobia
Craving sunnier climates but fear is getting in my way
Dear Friend
How are you today?
Is the sun shining in your corner of the world, if it is, please send it my way. I promised I wouldn’t mention the weather this week - oops! But I am dreaming of sunnier climates as my partner would like to whisk me away for my 50th birthday. The trouble is I suffer with holiday phobia.
I’ve always wanted to visit Santorini, somewhere quiet, with an aqua marine ocean, white washed cottages, cute restaurants by the sea and everything within walking distance. I crave sunshine and a hotel far far away from the maddening crowds, a place where I can read, write and relax. After speaking to a couple of travel experts who have been really supportive, I still feel a tad overwhelmed. The truth is, I feel a little numb about what should be an exciting adventure and a well deserved break away from my day to day work.
My partner thinks I’d enjoy Thailand, which I probably would, even though it’s quite a distance to travel to for a 10 day trip. Have you ever been …