I think that it is great to be able to spread your wings a bit. Don't let fear of loosing the bond with T keep you from gaining what could be the experience of a lifetime! Your T will be there still. I would agree with Christina about the phone sessions for sure~! That will allow you to keep that connection going.

If you were to turn down something you really wanted out of fear, it could make you end up resenting T in the long run.