Jeremy Morris – Round-the-World Traveler

Jeremy Morris is a 32-year-old management consultant from England, based in Cape Town, South Africa, who set off on a round-the-world trip in 2006.

Need a change and want to see the world before settling down; it has always been on my list of things to do in my lifetime.

The Snapshot

• Departure: 2006
• Age at departure: 32
• Nationality: England
• Location: Cape Town, South Africa
• Duration: 3-6 months
• Occupation: Management consultant
• Original budget: USD 16,000 (approximately USD 26,200 in 2026 dollars)
• Regions: Africa, Oceania, Asia, North America, South America, Europe

The Route

Cape Town - Johannesburg - Melbourne - Tokyo - Los Angeles - Rio de Janeiro - Recife - London - Zurich - London - Cape Town.

In Their Words

Here's what Jeremy Morris shared about their RTW journey:

What is your advice for other travelers?

Go for it.

What are you packing? What do you consider your most indispensable item(s)?

Back pack, shoes, clothing, mat, sleeping bag, guide books, contacts, money belt, passport.

What is the biggest myth people have about round-the-world travel?

That only a select few are capable of doing it.

2026 Context

• Budget inflation: This traveler's original budget of USD 16,000 would equate to approximately USD 26,200 in 2026 purchasing power, reflecting roughly 63% inflation over the intervening years.