Olivia Miro is a 39-year-old veterinarian from the USA who set off on a round-the-world trip in 2007.
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 career. At least that's what I'm planning.
The Snapshot
- Departure: 2007
- Age at departure: 39
- Nationality: USA
- Location: USA
- Duration: 6-12 months
- Occupation: Veterinarian
- Original budget: USD 10,000 (approximately USD 15,000 in 2026 dollars)
- Regions: Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, Asia, Oceania
The Route
In Their Words
Here's what Olivia Miro shared about their RTW journey:
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.
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 travel updates.
2026 Context
- Budget inflation: This traveler's original budget of USD 10,000 would equate to approximately USD 15,000 in 2026 purchasing power, reflecting roughly 50% inflation over the intervening years.