Jojo Heudes is a 35-year-old lawyer from Canada who set off on a round-the-world trip in 2006.
The Snapshot
- Departure: 2006
- Age at departure: 35
- Nationality: Canada
- Location: Canada
- Duration: 6-12 months
- Occupation: Lawyer
- Regions: Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa
The Route
China, Mongolia, Thailand, Russia, Poland, Greece, and Kenya.
In Their Words
Here's what Jojo Heudes shared about their RTW journey:
Why did you decide to take this trip? What got you into this type of travel, and/or influenced you to go?
Life-long dream.
What is your biggest fear about this trip?
Culture shock.
What is your advice for people planning their own RTW trip?
You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
If you had to sum up your thoughts/feelings about your round-the-world trip in one sentence, what would it be?
I’m at a jumping off point with no idea what the journey will be like or if there is a safe landing at the bottom.
What is the biggest myth that people have about round-the-world traveling?
The world is a dangerous place.
Why do you like to travel?
To experience the natural beauty of the world and to connect to other cultures.
2026 Context
- Budget inflation: This traveler did not report a set budget; mid-2000s round-the-world costs are substantially higher in 2026 (roughly 60-70% cumulative inflation).