Rome pic
The Roman Forum
How I did it: I went to Australia to see my baby brother's wedding. I did it by cashing in everything of value (403b, pension, etc.) I had.
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I went to Rome with a choir - and my amazing friends, family, and church sponsored me. I took a leap of faith and had the experience of my life.
Lessons & tips: Do it. Jump in, take a chance, and do it. It's worth it.
Resources: Lots of prayer and guts. One was completely unplanned and worked out swell. The other was planned for me (though I could have planned it better myself).