Just bought this when I came across it a couple days ago in a Japanese bookstore in San Fran. I'd been eyeing it on fredflare for quite a while because I love Cath Kidston patterns. I wish there was more room for schedules, since I usually like a bigger weekly layout with a little hour-by-hour list under each day, but the small size is just what I wanted (it will fit in my purse!) The plastic around it with the zip pocket is removable, I was pleased to see as well (should keep it from getting wet or dirty though!). The extra features are perfect for a world traveler, or someone who wishes they were, like me. There's useful words and phrases in several languages, and subway maps. The maps charts are very Japan based, so I especially recommend if you ever plan a trip to Japan. I wish it was 2009 so I could use it already! It's so charming that I'm sure I'll have no problem keeping my schedule up because I'll want to take it out and write in it all the time.