RTW Travel

BootsnAll has been connecting Independent travelers since 1998, and the RTW (Round the World) trip is the pinnacle of an independent travel experience. Peruse over 60 articles about RTW travel, from inspirational articles meant to give you that extra kick out the door, to articles helping you plan the nuts and bolts of your trip, to a free 30-day planning course that will give you all the tools necessary to plan the king of all indie trips.

Six Risks to Take That Will Improve Your Travels (And Your Life)

RTW travel is the best time to reinvent yourself and become more adventurous. Some risks are worth taking!

How This Couple Manages To Travel The World Cheaply

Frank Thomae and Lissette Hernandez share how they busted their debts and freed themselves from a 9-5 routine.

Reinventing Your Life with Travel

We’re stuck. And the most frustrating part of all is that everyone seems to accept this soul-sucking realization as par for the course.

Lessons from Around the World: 11 Skills to Learn on Your RTW Trip

RTW Travel means immersing yourself in true learning experiences. From SCUBA to archaeology, here are some skills to pick up as you go.

5 Ways Indie Travel Has Changed — And Stayed The Same — Since 1999

Rolf Potts shares ideas about how Vagabonding has shifted.

The Inside Scoop on Career Breaks

Take the advice of Meet, Plan, Go hosts and make your career break trip a reality.

First Timer’s Guide to Skill Focused Travel

Ditch the bucket list mentality – use your travels as an opportunity for deeply rooted personal growth.

Round the World in Retirement

Your story does not end when you retire – in many ways, it’s just beginning. Plan a RTW Retirement.

How to Build Your RTW Route

Planning your first (or third) RTW adventure can be hard. Feel free to customize this route for a short or long trip.

Graduation: Give the Gift of Travel

As graduation season comes up, Jenn Miller challenges us to give the life-changing gift of travel to young graduates.