Travel Prep

First I have to share that going into work this morning, I stole a bicycle spot. The bike racks were full so I was biking over to a railing. As I was coming from one direction this fellow was coming from the other and there was only one real spot left. I quickly snagged it and he had to drive by. You'd think there would be less bicyclists with the shorter days but there seems to be more. Everyone is back from summer vacations. 

In other news I'm excited about my up coming trip to Copenhagen!  I got this sweet promotional deal on the flight for $360. Only catch was they charged you separately for everything. I paid to get a non-middle seat for each leg - worth the extra $40. But I went cheap on the amount of luggage. I think it's something like 12 kg. I didn't really have a sense of what that related to and it basically means I'm bringing almost nothing. Just a backpack with a few essentials. It's amazing how much I've pared down. I'm still up in the air if I go all in and only bring the one pair of pants and shoes I'd be wearing. Too risky?  

The part I thought might be hard was packing for a different temperature. Not too long ago this was the weather here and there:

 Such a difference between 90 and 60. But luckily the early mornings have been in the 60s which means I've gotten rid of the sweater and cardigan. Too risky?  My thinking is that I love Scandinavian style so if I find I need something I can buy it there. 

And this morning I finally made up my mind and booked where I'm staying. I was all over the place and finally settled on an apartment on Airbnb in this cute neighborhood. I'll share pictures later. It's my first time doing airbnb but I did my research and decided to play it safe and not go for a private room but an entire flat to myself- no sharing. And it's so cheap compared to hotels. Only $567 for the week!  So that means this trip is still under $1000. How sweet is that?!

It looks like I can't check in until the afternoon but that's the nice part - because I'm forced to pack so light I'm not luging  a suitcase around - just me and my backpack. 

I'm thinking I'll get the 5-day pass for the city. It was great in Paris - probably a wash on savings but just made things easier. Lots of museums and free transportation.  Still need to do some more planning before I leave, especially since I don't think I'll be bringing the iPad. Its a little easier to plan now since I did finally decide to keep this trip to just exploring the city and maybe a day trip. I had been thinking of spending half the time biking around the country but will save that for another trip. Too much to squeeze in as it is. 

Can't wait!  Only wished I had more time between now and when I leave. I'm booked solid between my garage sale, a birthday bash and work commitments. Only proves I need the vacation!

Almost forgot - I did squeeze in a visit to get my haircut. I feel so much more European with the shorter do.