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Tips for Dealing With Shady Characters on the Road
One great reason for traveling in developing countries is to take advantage of super cheap prices. There's nothing like popping into an alleyway in Hanoi for a steaming bowl of pho, all for $1. Or staying in a nice, private hostel room in Cusco for $20. Or taking a posh, overnight Argentine bus for
Tips for Staying Safe on a Long-Term Trip
We have taken you through all the myths of long-term travel . While money seems to be the biggest hurdle for travelers embarking on a big, RTW type of trip, safety is another large one that many need to overcome. Because of the world we live in, with the doom and gloom media constantly shoving
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Tom Guiney – Round-the-World Traveler
Too Good to Be True? Probably Is
Tracy Foley – Round-the-World Traveler
Tracy Martin – Around-the-World Traveler
Before we left, I was not certain where I wanted to focus my energies.
Travel Advice From Road Warriors
Travel Burnout: Is it Real? Will I Get It?
Travel burnout is real - mental and physical exhaustion from constant novelty, decision-making, and movement. It differs from vacation fatigue (you fix vacation fatigue with rest). Travel burnout stems from extended travel combining excitement, discomfort, decision overload, and loneliness simultaneously. Months into RTW trips, travelers frequently hit a wall around months 3-5 where travel feels like work rather than adventure. The cure: slowing down (staying longer in fewer places), taking rest days, building routine, reducing decision fatigue, and getting adequate sleep. Some travelers power through; others realize they prefer shorter trips. Both are valid responses.
Travel Changes Life
Travel Insurance for Long-Term Travelers
Travel insurance for RTW trips isn't optional - it's the difference between a medical emergency becoming a catastrophe or a manageable problem. The right policy covers emergency medical care, evacuation, and trip cancellation, but shopping for it is genuinely frustrating because options range from reasonable to absurdly expensive. Budget $800-2000 for a full year of coverage depending on age and destinations. Start comparing policies now because some insurers exclude certain countries or activities, and you need to understand what you're actually paying for.