Travel Bug

Due to the fact that I am in a point in my life where I am absolutely unattached or have any major obligations in life, I have found myself itching to see more of the world and what it has to offer. I would like to see and experience new things. Nothing drastic, but a little bit. I have never really left the country (just for half a day to Mexico with my family when I was 12) and someday, I do in fact plan on leaving the country to see what is out there. However, before I pick up and "see the world", I really want to go see what this country has before I seek outside the country for adventure.

I was born and raised in Las Vegas, NV, attended college in California for 5 years, and now Im back in Las Vegas. There is still more that I want to see! I understand that it's not the end of the world if I have not traveled, but I sure would like to check out some places. See different lifestyles and cultures and I don't believe that I have to leave the country to do just that.

Here is a list of places I have been wanting to see and become acquainted with:

                                                                       
                                                                     Portland, OR

                                                                      Denver, CO

                                                                          Boston, MA

                                                                     Washington DC

                                                                        Seattle, WA

                                                                              Alaska

                                          New England (Vermont/Connecticut/Maine)

Yes yes. To some of you, you may be thinking, "Oh Jenn, you've never been to these places? Really? Do you live under a rock?" Well my answer is no, but thanks.

I want to travel. I want to see what else is out there. I am in my 20's, single, up for adventure, and curious about life outside of Las Vegas and California. I always hear people saying, "Travel and see the world now while you're young. Now is the time to do that... blah blah blah." I totally get it, but how in the HAY am I supposed to fund these much wanted random trips? Oh, and who would want to come with me? I dont know anybody in these places so who would I stay with? How will I get around? How do people go about this? I'm new to all of this so some input would be appreciated :)

So for now, I'll just keep workin and saving up my hard earned money until I find a way to venture off to new places.

Who's comin with?