Nizar Richi is a 30-year-old chemist from Spain, based in Wales, who set off on a round-the-world trip in 2002.
I’ve always wanted to do this as I have always loved traveling. Now is a great time for me to do it as I have saved some money and found a friend that also wants to do it.
The Snapshot
- Departure: 2002
- Age at departure: 30
- Nationality: Spain
- Location: Wales
- Duration: 6-12 months
- Occupation: Chemist
- Original budget: GBP 7,000 (approximately USD 20,500 in 2026 dollars)
- Regions: Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Oceania, North America, Caribbean, South America
The Route
In Their Words
Here's what Nizar Richi shared about their RTW journey:
What is your advice for other travelers?
Stay flexible.
What are you packing? What do you consider your most indispensable item(s)?
Credit card and an MP3 player for those flights, bus and train trips.
2026 Context
- Budget inflation: This traveler's original budget of GBP 7,000 would equate to approximately USD 20,500 in 2026 purchasing power, reflecting roughly 83% inflation over the intervening years.