Yep, going by myself. Yikes about JD's sis! That's one really good thing about traveling solo - I make my own schedule, see and do what I want where and when I want to. Since I'll be staying in youth hostels and backpackers' lodges, I certainly won't be lonely. But since I'll be going before the major tourist season starts, I won't have to deal with humoungous crowds, either.