Totally up to you. Last trip, nine of us flew in the same day and five people arrived early to fend off jetlag, see Bangkok (as we won't be spending any time in Bangkok), and get re-energized. I personally have no problem with the flight out there and then traveling a little more before we get to our first destination. Neither does Lindsay.

But if you do? Just fly in a few days early, see Bangkok, and get some massages until we all show up :)