Olivia Miro was 39 years old when planning their round-the-world journey in 2007. Based in USA,, Olivia was working as veterinarian before embarking on their adventure. About the journey, Olivia shared, "Travel is my number one hobby. And my other hobbies (diving, hiking, rock climbing) all involve travelling, so why not just live a life of hobbies for a year? Plus, I’ve worked as a vet for ten years and everyone should take a year every ten years in their carreer. at least that’s what I’m planning."
The Snapshot
Age: 39
Nationality: USA
Duration: 6-12 months
Budget: USD 10
Departure: 2007
The Route
Regions: Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa
Short stint through Europe, then cross the Strait into Morocco , Egypt, Mozambique, Madagascar, Malaysia and Indonesia, including Borneo and Sulawesi, then either north to Tibet and Laos or straight to OZ and NZ.
Spanning multiple continents, Olivia's itinerary covered europe, southeast asia, africa, offering exposure to diverse cultures, landscapes, and travel experiences.
Note: This interview was conducted in 2007. 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?
6-12 Months
Q: How much have you saved?
US$10K
Q: What is the route you plan to take/places you plan to visit?
Short stint through Europe, then cross the Strait into Morocco , Egypt, Mozambique, Madagascar, Malaysia and Indonesia, including Borneo and Sulawesi, then either north to Tibet and Laos or straight to OZ and NZ.
Q: Why did you decide to take this trip? What got you into this type of travel, and/or influenced you to go?
Travel is my number one hobby. And my other hobbies (diving, hiking, rock climbing) all involve travelling, so why not just live a life of hobbies for a year? Plus, I’ve worked as a vet for ten years and everyone should take a year every ten years in their carreer. at least that’s what I’m planning.
Q: What is your biggest fear about this trip?
Some kind of a big pandemic that would stop me from going. Also while I’m travelling, I fear losing my passport. I check for it in my purse every half hour. it’s obsessive.
Q: Are your family, friends, co-workers, etc., supportive of you? What is their opinion of your going around the world?
YES. They can’t wait for me to go again, as they love my tavel updates.
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.