A small shot of reality.
Yesterday I wired money to South Africa, and paid 2 months rent. I won't go into all the lavish details of where I'll be living.. but it looks great.
I'll confess, that I did pass up the place that has 3 times a week maid service, who does not only the washes clothes, but also IRONS! But, went for the cheaper place, which looks a bit bigger, and a friend has stayed there and so it comes highly recommended.
The only major tasks are getting my visa and buying my ticket. (There's a huge list of minor tasks...)
Good stuff.