Sharan Kaur was 27 years old when planning their round-the-world journey in 2006. Based in Sydney, Australia, Sharan was working as business development before embarking on their adventure. About the journey, Sharan shared, "It was either the career or a RTW trip. The trip won hands down. It’s taking me out of my confort zone."
The Snapshot
Age: 27
Nationality: Australia
Duration: 1-2 years
Departure: 2006
The Route
Regions: Europe, Africa
Starting in UK and working my way from there. Hoping to get to Africa, Eastern Europe and if money and time permits Nth & Sth America
Spanning multiple continents, Sharan's itinerary covered europe, africa, offering exposure to diverse cultures, landscapes, and travel experiences.
Note: This interview was conducted in 2006. The travel landscape, accommodation costs, transportation infrastructure, visa requirements, and accessibility have evolved significantly by 2026.
In Their Words
Q: How long do you plan to be away?
1-2 Years
Q: How much have you saved?
Enough
Q: What is the route you plan to take/places you plan to visit?
Starting in UK and working my way from there. Hoping to get to Africa, Eastern Europe and if money and time permits Nth & Sth America
Q: Why did you decide to take this trip? What got you into this type of travel, and/or influenced you to go?
It was either the career or a RTW trip. The trip won hands down. It’s taking me out of my confort zone.
Q: What is your biggest fear about this trip?
Running out of money when i am in a fab spot of the world or being homesick
Q: Are your family, friends, co-workers, etc., supportive of you? What is their opinion of your going around the world?
All are very supportive and think that it is a brave thing to do and most of all think it’s an adventurous thing to do.
2026 Context
- This profile reflects round-the-world travel perspectives from the mid-2000s.
- The destinations and routes mentioned have experienced significant changes in accommodation costs, transportation infrastructure, visa policies, and overall accessibility to travelers.
- The RTW travel community, available travel tools, digital connectivity, and shared travel resources have evolved considerably over the past two decades, creating both new opportunities and challenges for contemporary travelers.