Teena..I know where you're coming from! I have only travelled once in 9 years. I had to make a choice, travel or be with Cody and of course that was a no-brainer. The one trip, I boarded him, since my mom already has her hands full, but by the time I got to London, she had already unboarded him! She called every hour and when she heard he didn't eat or pee or MOVE from a sitting position with ears back for 5 hours...she made them stay open til she could find a ride to get there and retreive him!!! Turns out, he was fine at home, "pined" for me, but was no trouble (of course!). That's all I had to hear. OOps, I hope I didn't ruin your plans for a good time. I'd go away if I had someone to rely on other than my elderly parents. But since I don't, travel is on the back burner. Don't worry too much!!! You will have a great time!!!!!