It's not a generalization. It's just that me and the people around me are similar.

First, we decide on the schedule, accommodation, and whether or not to rent a car. It's the most important part. Once we have a general flow, we think about what to eat, where to shop on what day, and other details like that.

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This would be common for both men and women, wouldn't it?

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Now the real trip preparation begins.

Let's take my husband as an example.

For a trip of about three nights, his preparation consists of exchange, charger, underwear, socks, and one or two changes of clothes.

If he needs anything else, he'll just buy it there, so he focuses on his card and the amount of foreign currency he needs to exchange.

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I, on the other hand, add

checking my nails and toes.

My toenails have grown out since I got my last pedicure,

so even if I wear sneakers, my toes hurt.

As for my hands, I think I can do them after the trip in two weeks.

I need to get my toes done next week.

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If the destination is a resort and I need to participate in water sports,

waxing is added to the list.

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Before the trip in late July and early August,

I got a perm.

Since I have long hair, it would look kind of sad if I went into a hot spring and came out with straight long hair.

It seemed like wavy hair would be more stylish.

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So I was able to easily style my hair in a bouncy way without needing a curling iron.

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Once I'm done with the nail salon and hair salon,

I decide what to wear.

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I'll be wearing comfortable clothes for the mountain area,

and I can dress up a little in the city.

I probably won't be able to get by with just one pair of shoes.

I guess I should buy a pair while I'm there. So, which suitcase should I bring?

What kind of lightweight crossbody bag would be good?

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I think too much about it, and I can't sleep at night.

I need to wash and dry the clothes I've decided on a few days in advance, and pack them in my suitcase so I can relax.

So I spread my suitcase out on the floor a week before departure.

I tried on a few things from my closet, but they didn't feel quite right.

At this point, I have to go buy some things.

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I also think about what kind of cosmetics to bring.

What about cleanser? These are things I need to consider.

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Once I have a general idea of my grooming and what to wear and bring,

I browse through the duty-free shops.

I don't do this every time, but I've run out of some cosmetics this time.

The products I use in my routine were in stock, so

I paid for them.

I'll have to carry them around, haha.

I only have to struggle for one day. I'll be staying at the same accommodation for the next two days, so I'll be fine.

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After the online duty-free shopping,

I make a list of things to buy while I'm there.

My current list includes feminine products and colored contact lenses.

I'll probably pick up some tempting food items too.

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I checked my natural schedule, and there are no problems.

I'm going to be carrying less baggage and feel good. 🤗

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And just in case I get carried away and forget,

I bought a phone strap.

My husband didn't go this time, so he insisted that I get one.

I feel a little embarrassed, but I need to wear it properly.

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Roaming is available 24/7.

I plan to set it up the day before I go with family roaming.

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Now, on the morning of my departure, I'll put on my makeup,

and just bring the makeup pouch with the cosmetics I used that day.

But you never know. 🥲 I'll probably think of a few more things to bring.

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When my child was little, I prepared for the trip like I was moving.

Now I'm tired, so the process has been simplified a lot.

Even though I prepare like this, I still end up buying things while I'm there.

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And the most important preparation of all is

I need to make sure I'm light on my feet so I can eat a lot while I'm there.

The long holiday is over,

so I'm starting a fast tomorrow. 😭

I'm only going to eat tomatoes and coffee...