It doesn't really matter what you choose, it's more important to simply get going on something. As for "finding yourself" I think being social and doing someth

It doesn't really matter what you choose, it's more important to simply get going on something. As for "finding yourself" I think being social and doing something outside your usual norms are what point you back to who you are the fastest. > I'd ride my bike across the continent from Vancouver to Halifax (I don't own a bicycle and haven't ridden one in years) I can recommend a long bike trip. I rode from Canada to Mexico between September and November 2010. I've been a 'cyclist' most of my life, but don't ride all that far nor often. Take it slowly and build up the miles gradually. I had never done more than a two day bike-camping trip, and met several people with zero bicycle touring and negligible general cycling experience. I would buy a good selection of maps and, if it's feasible in the areas to be crossed, an Internet-connected device. Couch surfing would be ideal, since it keeps costs down and provides precious social interaction. Canadian camp sites are expensive. Also, bring an iPod stocked with audio books, courses, or something else to engage your brain (I found a "This American Life" collection invaluable). Music is nice, but when you're grinding up the tenth hill of the day at 3mph, it's nice to let your legs do the work while your brain focuses on what you're listening to. If you are genuinely interested in this and have no idea where to start, let me know. I think you could get all your touring needs together for $2,000 or less.