Round the World Ticket Watch #113 - The Real Cost of Traveling the World

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G'day Fulton, Many dream of traveling the world but dismiss it as impossible. For those of us planning a trip, we know it's possible, but are still a little nervous about how much our trip is really going to cost us. If you followed Rolf Pott's 6 week No Baggage Challenge, you know how important it is to get an RTW ticket that includes the major portion of your planned destinations. So pick out some destinations and then do the research to estimate how much you'll need in London vs Bangkok, or Singapore vs Cairo. So once you have your ticket picked out, what else will you spend you money on?: RTW Ticket: This month's special tickets start at $1399 (plus taxes) Other Transport: once you're on the ground, you'll need to budget for taxis, buses, metro, rental car, regional flights etc. Getting from the airport to your destination is an unavoidable cost, but once you get in town, try to save money by taking public transit and walking as much as possible. Lodging: Where you stay is probably the most variable part of your budget. Depending on your travel style and the country you're in, you could spend $0 (by couchsurfing etc), $20 at a hostel in Australia or several hundred a night at a hotel. If you're staying in one location for a while, consider a vacation rental. Food: Just like lodging, you can go budget or go all out. If you're a budget foodie, try to save on breakfasts and lunches by checking out the local supermarket & street food, and splurging on exciting meals as you can afford it. And remember, drinking every night can ruin your food budget quick! Tip: save on alcohol at grocery stores and duty free shopping. Entertainment: There's no reason to go half way around the world and then not experience anything. Sure, save by skipping a museum if you'll just be "checking it off" your travel list, but don't skip the things that are important to you just to save a few dollars. Check out the January RTW ticket deals – (these prices are good through January 31, 2010) and head over to the BootsnAll trip planner to start planning your itinerary. Happy travels! The BootsnAll Crew Your RTW Questions South America to China or vice-versa? midlife meanderer had planned on leaving in August, but is now weighing the pros and cons of starting in the East vs the West. Have any recommendations based on weather, cost, holidays etc? Join the discussion on the RTW message boards.		Round the World Ticket Deals: 1. London, Thailand, Hong Kong, China & New York - $1399+ See China, Hong Kong & London with this RTW ticket: New York - London - Bangkok - surface - Phuket - Hong Kong - Beijing - New York from $1399 + taxes. »Promotion Code: HAT949175 2. Japan, India & SE Asia - $1475+ Visit Los Angeles- Singapore - Kathmandu - surface - Delhi - Denpasar (Bali) - Tokyo - Los Angeles from $1475 + plus taxes. »Promotion Code: HAT949170 3. Europe & Asia Explorer - $1799+ Visit San Francisco or Los Angeles - Manila - Borneo (Kota Kinabalu) - Singapore - Angkor Wat (Siem Reap) - surface - Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City - Bangkok - surface - Kuala Lumpur - London - Amsterdam - surface - Paris - San Francisco or Los Angeles $1799 + taxes »Promotion Code: HAT948805 Small Group Adventures 10% off North America trips Intrepid Travel is taking 10% off all North America trips, including new trips, until February 28. Excludes short breaks. »Book this trip Compare Hostel Prices RTW Travel Resources »Plan Your Trip     »Plan Your Route »Find Deals          »Get Insurance
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