Finances

Others I've spoken with have traveled RTW for less than $9000 but many say it will take $15000 to $18000 per year.  I, for one, had hoped to do it for less than $9000, but I also didn't want to limit my fun in these places that I may never see again.  Either way I should have enough to travel for many years if I find occasional jobs abroad.  This is good, because whereas most others move back to the security of home, and get a familiar job back, I would prefer to emigrate to another country at the end of my year, and start Phase 3.  So keeping a little extra money tucked away will be a major priority while traveling during Phase 2.

A side note - this budget is laid out for a 1-year trip, but 1year is not a minimum - it is simply a time frame I can compare to other RTW experiences.

------------ Pre-Travel ------------

Vaccinations and Medicines - $625

Travel Insurance - $395

Gear - $1000

Visas - $662

------------ 7 Continents of Travel ------------

Flights - $4300 (as of Kathmandu 06-11-2004: $1593)

Overland Transportation - $6700 (as of Kathmandu 06-11-2004: $2401)

Daily Living Expenses - $21000/ 2yrs (as of Kathmandu 31-10-2004: $11825)

------------ Post-Travel ------------

Savings I hope to have left for Phase 3 - at least $2000