9Years

Sometimes time can be a little tight and it's a nice favor to run out and buy the person a coffee or a meal afterwards.

don't underestimate the awesome-ness of a classic crawling panther 

go into a tattoo shop. 
look at the portfolios.
talk to somebody about a cover-up.
relax and be patient.
that is a small minimal tattoo...you're going to have to go slightly bigger for a cover-up. i bet a skilled tattooer could cover your 'disaster' with the same idea, just executed bigger and better.
Just take a deep breath. It's not the end of the world. You aren't dying. we've seen waaaaay worse.

i'm not really down for coverups in any way
but the shape of a crawling black panther might just fit that spot nicely

Totally agree with @ChrisvK...
If you're looking for a "unique look" the map with pins on it might not serve you in the long run...why not just set one of those up on your wall? Or get one travel themed tattoo as a stand-alone? As an ongoing tattoo, I think locking yourself into this idea limits a lot of really cool opportunities. 
Lots of members here have traveled and gotten tattoos (myself included). You'll remember where you got 'em without displaying it on a map. 

Totally agree with @ChrisvK...
If you're looking for a "unique look" the map with pins on it might not serve you in the long run...why not just set one of those up on your wall? Or get one travel themed tattoo as a stand-alone? As an ongoing tattoo, I think locking yourself into this idea limits a lot of really cool opportunities. 
Lots of members here have traveled and gotten tattoos (myself included). You'll remember where you got 'em without displaying it on a map. 

Totally agree with @ChrisvK...
If you're looking for a "unique look" the map with pins on it might not serve you in the long run...why not just set one of those up on your wall? Or get one travel themed tattoo as a stand-alone? As an ongoing tattoo, I think locking yourself into this idea limits a lot of really cool opportunities. 
Lots of members here have traveled and gotten tattoos (myself included). You'll remember where you got 'em without displaying it on a map. 

Welcome to the forum!
Regarding your question: Why don't you just get a sick tattoo from a great local artist in places you visit? 
That way you can make you're own "world map" without having to cram a lot of tiny pins and airplanes on a worldmap outline. The way you described your tattoo it will only look uncluttered and stand the test of time if you dedicate a large portion of your back to it. Lets be honest, a rock of ages or battle royal would look so much better on your back ;)
Also tattooing over an already existing tattoo can be done, but do it too often and scar tissue will form on those spots
just my 0.02
 

dope, thank you very much @9Years

@Patrick Bateman I live in California.
The documentary was called "Such Hawks Such Hounds". Check it:
 

I love giving gifts and they've always been well received (Since I'm in the USA I'll tip on top of the gift). Typically I'll only give gifts to tattooers I've seen a few times and have a good rapport with, or if I have a pretty good handle on what they'd like. Things I've given:
-Lots of records
-Documentary on the underground music scene in my area
-Prints that weren't tattoo related but would be up their alley (Haida stuff from western Canada...the real-deal stuff, not the tourist-trap stuff)
-Booze
-Food: my wife and I have brought home-made pies, cookies, even chili once...
As they say, it's the thought that counts. If it's genuine and you're stoked on it, chances are they will be too even if it's not a perfect match. Don't overthink it. If it gets too convoluted, remember that Cash is King. 

I love giving gifts and they've always been well received (Since I'm in the USA I'll tip on top of the gift). Typically I'll only give gifts to tattooers I've seen a few times and have a good rapport with, or if I have a pretty good handle on what they'd like. Things I've given:
-Lots of records
-Documentary on the underground music scene in my area
-Prints that weren't tattoo related but would be up their alley (Haida stuff from western Canada...the real-deal stuff, not the tourist-trap stuff)
-Booze
-Food: my wife and I have brought home-made pies, cookies, even chili once...
As they say, it's the thought that counts. If it's genuine and you're stoked on it, chances are they will be too even if it's not a perfect match. Don't overthink it. If it gets too convoluted, remember that Cash is King. 

I love giving gifts and they've always been well received (Since I'm in the USA I'll tip on top of the gift). Typically I'll only give gifts to tattooers I've seen a few times and have a good rapport with, or if I have a pretty good handle on what they'd like. Things I've given:
-Lots of records
-Documentary on the underground music scene in my area
-Prints that weren't tattoo related but would be up their alley (Haida stuff from western Canada...the real-deal stuff, not the tourist-trap stuff)
-Booze
-Food: my wife and I have brought home-made pies, cookies, even chili once...
As they say, it's the thought that counts. If it's genuine and you're stoked on it, chances are they will be too even if it's not a perfect match. Don't overthink it. If it gets too convoluted, remember that Cash is King. 

I love giving gifts and they've always been well received (Since I'm in the USA I'll tip on top of the gift). Typically I'll only give gifts to tattooers I've seen a few times and have a good rapport with, or if I have a pretty good handle on what they'd like. Things I've given:
-Lots of records
-Documentary on the underground music scene in my area
-Prints that weren't tattoo related but would be up their alley (Haida stuff from western Canada...the real-deal stuff, not the tourist-trap stuff)
-Booze
-Food: my wife and I have brought home-made pies, cookies, even chili once...
As they say, it's the thought that counts. If it's genuine and you're stoked on it, chances are they will be too even if it's not a perfect match. Don't overthink it. If it gets too convoluted, remember that Cash is King. 

I've heard that Jeff Zuck doesn't do a ton of Japanese anymore (not sure how accurate that is) but he is KILLER! You might have to hunt down some pictures of it, but man it's really great. 
http://namebrandtattoo.com/
If I lived close, I would have a ton of work from him. 

Yes, I used derm to heal a full shin piece done in one sitting. Long story short: applied it too soon, went on an 6+ hour motorcycle ride the next day and everything oozed into my shoe. Gnarly. But, still healed fine, just kinda gross. Area around the ankle took a long time to heal fully and settle, but no issues. If I had to do it again I would wait a bit longer than usual to use any derm for a big tattoo on the lower leg.
I think you'll be fine. If it were me, I'd do it.

To echo everyone above, thanks for the upgrade! 

5 days into the dreaded hand / wrist heal.
DRY HEAL N PEEL OH YEAH

It seems like you know the answer to your own question: your skin is reacting to being over-moisturized. This reaction will likely be worse for your skin-health (and therefor the tattoo) longterm than simply not moisturizing everyday. So, don't moisturize everyday.
You don't need fancy products and herbs and salves and potions for good tattoos to look good for a long time.

Man, I feel like this should be required reading...
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Man, I feel like this should be required reading...

hey welcome.
that's when i got my first tattoo and look at the mess i'm in now!
years later i'm i'm one of the few professional engineers around with hand and neck tattoos, my calling card haha

Here's my shin piece. Used tegaderm and it healed like a dream

If you need to ask an internet forum "is it safe" you already know the answer.
Tattoos are exciting. We all agree on that. But don't let that drown out the hesitation present in your voice (words). There are several red flags. First of which is getting tattooed in some random guy's apartment. Yeah, that seems like a legit world class tattooist :/
Your long-term health is far more valuable than "art" or tattoos.
Unless you are fairly experienced with getting tattoo I would be very cautious.
update - you did the right thing

I would never get tattooed in someone's apartment. This guy doesn't know any tattooers who will let him work in their shop?
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I wouldn't get tattooed by him, and the red flag for me is the tattoos themselves.
Get the tattoos that excite you, but recognize and have realistic expectations of the longevity of certain kinds of tattoos.