Phrases Talking about Travel Plans

I'm in the planning stages for...

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Meaning

The trip is in the early stages of planning.

Example sentences

John: Any exciting travel plans?

Alice: Yes, I'm in the planning stages for a trip to Japan next year.

John: Japan sounds amazing! What are you planning to do?

Alice: Still figuring it out! But, yes, I'm in the planning stages for this trip.