If I do decide to go to Eastern Europe I will probably start out in the Ukraine and kind of make that my "base". The SE Asia is intriguing because it is so different than anywhere I have been before. Never really thought about doing NZ but I may have to look into it. Also, the adventure compaines are a totally new concept for me. I always just did everything on my own (sometimes good, sometimes bad). But I guess that is the luck of the draw. I will definately give them a look. Thanks all for the replys and keep them coming.