RTW Travel Articles

 


7 Top Secret Health and Beauty Tips for Female Backpackers
7 Top Secret Health and Beauty Tips for Female Backpackers The experiences gained while traveling are well worth a few health and beauty sacrifices for most women backpackers, but there's no shame in wanting to feel happy about your body while on the road. Emma Jarratt shares seven no-fuss tips for feeling good with little effort and even less weight in your pack!
My Round the World Top 10 Places to Visit
My Round the World Top 10 Places to Visit Returning from a round the world tour, Helen was repeatedly asked which country she preferred - so what is the 'best place in the world'? Here's her top ten.
Round the World Travel Budgets Revealed: The Real Costs of 11 Real Trips
Round the World Travel Budgets Revealed: The Real Costs of 11 Real Trips Instead of just telling you that RTW travel can be for anyone, it's now time to show you. We gathered 11 RTW travelers and asked them the ins and outs of their budget. We have exact numbers for you that show where people went, how they traveled, how long they were gone, and most importantly, how much they spent.
Five Ground Rules For Traveling as a Couple on a Long Trip
Five Ground Rules For Traveling as a Couple on a Long Trip Determined not to become another campfire story, and because the cost of divorce would probably eat into their already dwindling travel expenses,TW and his wife decided to come up with a few ground rules to stay together during their RTW trip.
How to Deal with the Downsides of Long Term Travel
How to Deal with the Downsides of Long Term Travel We all know the benefits of long term travel outweigh the drawbacks, but it’s important to remove those rose-tinted glasses every once in a while and acknowledge the hardships of life on the road.
Lessons from Around the World: 11 Skills to Learn on Your RTW Trip
Lessons from Around the World: 11 Skills to Learn on Your RTW Trip One of the benefits of long term travel is the ability to spend several days, or even weeks, immersing yourself in a new skill. Here are some suggestions on places where you can learn to do everything from surfing to French cooking.
Now is the Time to Travel
Now is the Time to Travel Do you dream of exploring ancient ruins like Tikal in Guatemala? Does your mouth water at the idea of sampling amazing cuisine in France? Jason Stearns says now is the best time to travel and here’s how you can do it.
The Ultimate Guide to Packing for an RTW Trip
The Ultimate Guide to Packing for an RTW Trip So many different things go into planning a RTW trip. You have to worry about things like travel insurance, immunizations, and whether or not to purchase a RTW plane ticket. But one of the biggest questions we get revolves around packing. For those who have never taken more than a week or two trip before, it can be overwhelming thinking about what to bring on a trip around the world. Adam Seper is here to give you all his tips and advice for packing efficiently for a RTW trip.
5 Great Reasons You Should Travel Overland
5 Great Reasons You Should Travel Overland You don't need a $100,000 Unimog to enjoy the benefits of overland travel. Rachel Denning writes from the road about the advantages of this distinctive form of exploration.
8 Ways to Beat Long-Term Travel Burnout on a Budget
8 Ways to Beat Long-Term Travel Burnout on a Budget Burnout is inevitable during your RTW trip. Greg Banecker has eight tips for beating it when you can't fit five nights at a luxury beach spa resort into your budget.