Jeff Coughran is preparing for an around-the-world journey starting in 2006. Ready to explore multiple continents and experience diverse cultures.
Snapshot
- Departure: 2006
- Duration: 6-12 months
- Age: 34
- Budget: USD 12,000 (USD 12,000, or USD 19,600 in 2026 dollars)
- Location: phx, USA
- Occupation: It’s my career
- Traveled before: No
The Route
South America- Southeast Asia-China-Africa-Europe
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?
Want to see the world
What is your biggest fear about this trip?
Language barrier
How do you think your round-the-world trip will change your life? How do you think it will affect and change you as a person?
Seeing what maybe 1/100000th of the population has seen.
What are you packing? What do you consider your most indispensable item(s)?
language books, clothes, Insect repellent
Are your family, friends, co-workers, etc., supportive of you? What is their opinion of your going around the world?
yes
If you had to sum up your thoughts/feelings about your round-the-world trip in one sentence, what would it be?
Cannot wait
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.