Jim & Jane Morrison was 29 years old when planning their round-the-world journey in 2006. Based in Toronto, Canada, Jim was working as business analyst before embarking on their adventure. About the journey, Jim shared, "My wife (Jane) and I both love travelling and it was always our dream to travel for a year once Jane got her Canadian citizenship."
The Snapshot
Age: 29
Nationality: New Zealand
Duration: 1-2 years
Budget: USD 40,000 (approximately 65500 USD in 2026)
Departure: 2006
The Route
Regions: Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa, Oceania, Middle East
Canada > New Zealand > Australia > Japan > Thailand > India > Nepal > Kenya > Tanzania > Egypt > Jordan > Syria > Turkey > Greece > Italy > Austria > Slovakia > France > Spain > Morocco > France > England > Canada
Spanning multiple continents, Jim's itinerary covered europe, southeast asia, africa, oceania, middle east, 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?
$40000
Q: What is the route you plan to take/places you plan to visit?
Canada > New Zealand > Australia > Japan > Thailand > India > Nepal > Kenya > Tanzania > Egypt > Jordan > Syria > Turkey > Greece > Italy > Austria > Slovakia > France > Spain > Morocco > France > England > Canada
Q: Why did you decide to take this trip? What got you into this type of travel, and/or influenced you to go?
My wife (Jane) and I both love travelling and it was always our dream to travel for a year once Jane got her Canadian citizenship.
Q: What is your biggest fear about this trip?
Coming back.
Q: Are your family, friends, co-workers, etc., supportive of you? What is their opinion of your going around the world?
Workmates don’t know. Friends are supportive, if perhaps a little tired of hearing all about it.
2026 Context
- This profile reflects round-the-world travel perspectives from the mid-2000s. The original budget of USD 40,000 would require approximately 65500 USD in 2026 when accounting for inflation and increased travel costs.
- 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.