how much currency did you take?

Prior to the trip, I converted $200 USD for each, Australian and New Zealand currency. The currency exchanges around me didn't have the countries I needed. So I did it at a USA airport. Up to your discretion on the amount though. I prefer swiping my card, but needed cash for excursions and tips.

was choosing your outfits for each day difficult?

The best advice I have is to be versatile with your outfits as much as possible. I didn't plan to do laundry, but other friends did. I would look into the hotels/ hostels we stayed at to see the cost for each. Purchase outfits that you can mix & match with to make sure you make use of your outfit. I promise it's not worth having a whole different outfit each day if you're planning on traveling light like I did.

when should you book your trip?

I'm a planner when it comes to my trips. For most adult jobs, you need to select your vacation in January for the rest of the year. If you have unlimited PTO, all power to you. For this trip specifically, I booked it two years ago, but the pandemic closed the countries for a year, so that's just a special case. By booking in advance, you have the option to pay in payment plans and make sure you're on track for your trip and excursions.

do you have to have a travel partner or can you go solo?

Each time I've traveled with EF, I've tagged along someone else's trip, actually. I love love love traveling with EF because you get to meet people from all over the US. It's so special to even make these friendships as an adult so you can visit them and make your own visits afterwards. Traveling solo is definitely an experience to have for yourself. You grow and learn about what you love to do. With a likeminded travel group, like those in EF, you'll be fine!! You also meet people you'd go on future trips with.