An 11 hours flight and then a three hour bus journey – sounds like you are visiting a remote tribe or something!
Well it wasn’t the worst that could happen and you have managed to cope with it. It must be such a relief to be clean about your gambling and knowing that you don’t have to lie any more. I think sometimes loved ones are more hurt by the lying and lack of trust than they are by the gambling.
I liked the phrase “we are gonna make it through this.” By WE does that mean that he is willing to take an active part in your recovery? That would be good, both from a practical point of view in the handling of finances, watching for triggers etc. but also the emotional stance – as you will change as a person through your recovery – better from your point of view, but for him it may be like being with a different person. He might need to learn to change and adapt to the new you – and need support for himself in this.
Whatever happens I hope this is the start of your new life and enjoy the rest of your break before the mammoth journey back to civilization!