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Up, up and Away

Paris corey amaro collage

 

 

We are off… two nights in Paris.

Then to Thailand, where we will stay for three weeks.

Then to Hong Kong for a few days, where we are invited by a fellow blogger, Irina.

Next we will fly to Yangshou for five day, before going to Shanghai, to see Chelsea.

At the end of the week the three of us will go to Beijing.

I hope to post daily… though in China it might prove impossible.

Maybe less possible than Sophie (our house-sitter) letting Stinky Cat inside our house!

 

Paris to bangkok one suitcase

One suitcase.

One back pack holding my computer and camera.

One empty suitcase to carry back treasures.

Hope you will follow along with us on our happy trails!

 

Comments

57 responses to “Up, up and Away”

  1. katiebell

    Bon Voyage! Corey and Yann x

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  2. ella

    oh have a wonderful time corey….really looking forward to your posts.

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  3. Merisi, Vienna

    Bon voyage, safe travels, happy trails!
    Big warm hug to both of you,
    Merisi

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  4. Jenna

    Well at least it’s a roll away! From what I remember reading about what of your FH trips alone I thought the two of you would be living out of a toothbrush case! Travel safety and well, there are some gorgeous arms at the end of the journey.

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  5. jackie

    Bon Voyage, looking forward to your upcoming adventures!
    jackie

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  6. Kathleen

    Have a fantastic trip and I cannot wait to hear all about it!Happy travels!

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  7. Paulita

    Can’t wait to see what you find to show us in China and Thailand.

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  8. Linda

    We go with with you.
    Happy trails!

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  9. Deb in IN

    What a wonderful adventure awaits you. I am so eager to share the discoveries and magic with you.Your posts encourage as a single parent facing my only son’s departure out into the world–makes me envision new possiblities rather than lost times together. There is so much of the world out there in the world–thank you for taking so much of it in and for letting us ride along.

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  10. Jeanne

    Safe travels
    Love you
    Jeanne

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  11. Ana

    Every step of the way, as ever. Bon voyage.

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  12. kelleyn

    Have a wonderful time! Can’t wait to see photos and here of your adventures.

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  13. Karen

    Ah, what a relief to hear there’s an empty suitcase going along with you! The one-suitcase story was worrying me (how would Corey bring back treasures from China?), and now I understand the logic. Bon voyage – it’s going to be an amazing adventure indeed, and cannot wait to follow it!

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  14. Sheala

    Can’t wait!!!!!!!!! This is very exciting.

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  15. somepinkflowers

    oh oh oh
    i have always wanted to go to Thailand
    so
    now
    i
    shall!
    thanks ever~so!
    🙂

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  16. Chris Kerr

    I’m just so curious about what you are bringing to wear….I’m in awe of your paring-down ability! Corey, you rock!

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  17. carol

    bon voyage and safe travels to you both! Can’t wait to see what adventures you find to share with us!!!

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  18. Vicki

    Have a fabulous and safe trip Corey and Yann!!!

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  19. Marie-Noëlle

    Have a fabulous time !!!
    a hug to Chelsea from me, please…
    Bon voyage à vous deux !
    xo

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  20. Liz

    i have a question. what is packed in the one suitcase? please teach me to pack this lightly…praying that you have a beautiful time.

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  21. Cindy

    Safe journey and lots of giggles!

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  22. Cheryl ~ Casual Cottage Chic

    Three (3) weeks in Thailand? Or did you mean 3 days? And it’s very hot/humid this time of year there. Am looking forward to seeing how you “see” these countries through your camera lens. Take care!

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  23. Penny

    Safe travel and enjoy. It will so exciting for you to see such places, and, of course, Chelsea and equally exciting for the likes of me to hear all about it when you can post.

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  24. Patty G

    Happy and safe travels! What an adventure!

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  25. Laura

    BON VOYAGE!
    Safe travels!

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  26. Denise Moulun-pasek

    Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
    Happy trails to you, keep smilin’ until then.
    Who cares about the clouds when you’re together?
    Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather.
    Happy trails to you, ’till we meet again.

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  27. Rhonda P.

    Bon Voyage and travel safe. I hope this means I might see you when I’m in Paris. Fingers crossed. Have a ball and we will all be here waiting for whenever you can post.
    xoxoxo Rhonda

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  28. Ullam

    Bon Voyage Sweetest!
    And Safe Returns…
    Thinking of you always!
    Ulla

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  29. Patt

    Safe Travels Corey and Yann. I will be reading daily. “Corey and Yann’s excellent adventures”

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  30. Jillayne

    Good journey Corey and Yann! What an adventure you will have!!

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  31. Bramble

    Travelling mercies and bon voyage! May the trip be pleasant and the adventure be filled with wonder and delight!

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  32. cynthia Wolff

    zow wee… Staying home in California with Oscar.

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  33. Suzanne

    Bon Voyage, safe travels and a wonderful journey to the
    both of you! Corey, one suitcase….I’m impressed and
    need lessons from you! Have fun and thanks so much for
    taking us along!!!

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  34. Kathie B

    What a marvelous itinerary! That single bag looks large enough for you two to manage, certainly compared to how much you had to do without on the motorcycle trip a couple summers ago. As others have noted, it’s perfectly reasonable to rinse out the same few garments to wear repeatedly on a long trip. Also, as I suggested before, once you reach Shanghai you can borrow a few of Chelsea’s clothes (tops, at least) to give you a bit of variety.
    That second empty bag for bringing back treasures — what a good idea. Make sure you don’t get any surprises in terms of having to pay customs for over-the-limit purchases. You might want to consider mailing some items home (especially from your earlier stops) labeled as “gifts” to friends who’ll hold them for you till your return.
    Don’t worry if you miss any days blogging owing to lack of access, because we all know it’ll be worth the wait for another good vignette! I don’t know about China, but at least in the Azores I’ve found the public library computers to be publicly available on every island I’ve visited ever since I began emailing — and if you’re staying at a hotel, they may have Internet access in your room or even complimentary computer usage at the check-in desk.
    Boa viagem!

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  35. Zosia

    Bon Voyage! Szczesliwej podrozy! Looking forward to the dispatches from the far East Tounge-in-Cheek style.

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  36. LaurieSF

    Asia through your eyes, my seatbelt is fastened. Safe journey my friend..xoox

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  37. Jody

    Safe travels! I can’t wait to see the photos and hear of your adventures 🙂

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  38. Jenny N

    Bon Voyage mon amie…yay, we are going to China…with you of course. The TGV shots were stunning and amazing, Ahh France. I know you both with have an amazing time…I am so very impressed with y’alls luggage…bravo.

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  39. Star

    Wow, you’re going to be gone a long time! Praying for traveling mercies for all of you. Can’t wait to see what you have to share as you go.

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  40. Jeannie

    Happy Trails to you, until we meet again …. yep, showing my age. Have a wonderful, safe trip. I am looking forward to your trip reports

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  41. Danielle

    What an adventure! May happiness, luck, and friendship follow you wherever you go 🙂

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  42. Shelley@thiswhiteshed.blogspot.com

    I only have to plan a trip from Toronto to Savannah and have become blinded by the details. A suitcase, a backpack and an empty suitcase – then go. You are inspiring m’lady!!!

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  43. Sara

    Have safe travels–and a great time!

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  44. Kiki

    just popping in before going to bed; happy travelling, much fun, travel safely, God be with you and fill your 2nd bag up… throw away your things you’ll have been wearing for what – how many weeks? – you won’t want to see them ever again…. so more space for goodies from China! A girlfriend of mine with an Ambassador husband brought a Chinese bike back to Paris and she could leave it anywhere and everywhere, nobody would steal it, it looked so old and rusty… :)))))))))))))) Don’t worry about blogging; we wait patiently – have a happy time and just surprise us when and if you can with a few words! Love to Chelsea and FH too. Hugs, kisses – especially for you!
    Kiki

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  45. Lora

    I join with all your other fans in wishing you fun and safe travels. Looking forward to sharing some adventures with you! Be blessed!

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  46. Just Plain Jane

    Latcho drom!

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  47. Natalie Thiele

    Ooh! I am looking forward to some exciting tales from you. Wise to bring an empty suitcase. You can have fabulous clothing made there- overnight!
    Oh, the loot you’ll bring back! Have a wild and wonderful trip!

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  48. Christine

    This is so exciting! I can’t believe you’re really only taking one suitcase. Amazing! Hope you have a fabulous time, can’t wait to see the pictures and hear the stories. Bon voyage my dears!

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  49. Judi

    I can’t believe you actually made it in one suitcase! Brava! It is a smart way to travel (especially since you are not carrying, rolling, handling it yourself). Have a wonderful time so that you can stand waiting to see Chelsea at the end. Safe travels…

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  50. LibbyWNZ

    Looking forward to getting a glimpse of Asia from your camera as only you can. Be safe. Thank you to all whose thoughts & prayers have turned to New Zealand in the aftermath of the tragic earthquake last week.

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  51. Danna

    Bon Voyage, Corey….or as we say in Texas…Vaya Con Dios!

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  52. jend’isère

    Your words & photos are the best things you can pack. Suitcases can be lost or damaged but not memories. Surely you will let us peek in he Tongue and Cheek luggage upon return? Bon voyage/trevlig resa!

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  53. Gracie

    God, this will be a hell of a travel……just let us know you’re fine, all of you, you’ll have time to post photos and memories when you will be back. Have a great time!

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  54. Veronica

    Hey Corey,
    Have a great time in China. Let me know if ever you head down under. I’m in Western Australia.
    Cheers
    Veronica

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  55. Marilyn

    Happy Travels! Can’t wait to hear all about it. My husband and I leave April 17th for Bangkok and will spend 2 weeks in Thailand, then off to Taiwan for 10 days of visiting tea farms and museums. Taking one small suitcase for me and back pack for husband and 2 small empty duffel bags for treasures and tea. Oh and my sling bag/purse will be carrying the camera.

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  56. Kelly

    If that is Gare Saint Charles and you were there today that is nuts. I was there today too 🙂
    Have safe and wonderful travels, it will be spectacular.

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  57. Brenda, Kindred Hearts Antiques and Gifts

    Bon Voyage!!! I am so happy for you! Enjoy your family! I know you will find something cool that will eclectically blend with all the Brocante Blessings!

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