CSR is preparing for an around-the-world journey starting in 2006. Ready to explore multiple continents and experience diverse cultures.
Snapshot
- Departure: 2006
- Duration: 1-2 years
- Age: 33
- Budget: USD 12,000 (USD 12,000, or USD 19,600 in 2026 dollars)
- Location: california, USA
- Occupation: nurse
- Traveled before: No
The Route
I plan on goin to the south pacfic first then make my way up to asia. I haven’t figured out where I want to go in Africa. I want to go to part of europe and then south america if I have any money left.
In Their Words
Why did you decide to take this trip? What got you into this type of travel, and/or influenced you to go?
I lived in Spain and I lived in Uruguay and I love to travel. It is too hard to “take 1-2” weeks vacation and see anything.
What is your biggest fear about this trip?
being safe (as a single woman)
What are you packing? What do you consider your most indispensable item(s)?
I am still doing some research. I hear the least is best, but no one told me what that means yet.
Are your family, friends, co-workers, etc., supportive of you? What is their opinion of your going around the world?
I have a few friends that are supportive, the rest think I am crazy.
2026 Context
- European travel has become significantly more expensive, with accommodation and transport costs rising across the continent.
- Open borders within the Schengen area remain consistent, but Brexit has added complexity for UK travelers.
- The South American circuit remains popular but currency volatility has impacted pricing across the continent.