Paul Hastings – Around-the-World Traveler is a post trip from London, England. Currently working as a Before your trip: IT Sales, this 25-year-old from England is preparing for one of life's greatest journeys: traveling around the world.
About the Journey
I was unhappy in my job and decided that if I didn’t go now when I had relatively few commitments, that I would never go, and that would be a regret.
The Snapshot
Age: 25
Nationality: England
Location: London, England
Planned Duration: Not specified
Original Budget: None
The Route
Basic route (bit unusual I know), but I had been in the US for 6 weeks after University, and I just wanted to get on with it.
Note: Profile collected in 2000. Budget figures inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD.
In Their Words
Q: When did you go on your RTW trip?
April 2000-September 2001
Q: How old were you when you took this trip?
25
Q: Nationality
England
Q: Where do you live now?
London, England
Q: Occupation
Before your trip: IT Sales
Q: Now:
Media Account Manager
Traveler's Insights
Advice for other travelers: If you are curious and you want to see what’s out there, just do it. Take your time and be flexible…
Common misconception: That it’s hard work and complicated to organise. Believe me it’s not..
2026 Context
This post trip profile captures round-the-world aspirations from the early 2000s. Modern travelers following similar routes should verify current visa requirements, safety conditions, and infrastructure in each destination.
Timeless principles: The planning foundations emphasized by this traveler remain essential. Thorough budgeting, visa research, family communication, and thoughtful preparation continue to support successful round-the-world journeys.