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RTW Budget: Detailed Expense Breakdown for 492 Days Abroad
Jul 18, 2017
RTW Budget: Detailed Expense Breakdown for 492 Days Abroad
Jul 18, 2017

We spent 492 days traveling around the world.  I kept meticulous notes--not only of what we did but how much it all cost.  We spent less than $45/person/day and traveled extremely luxuriously (compared to ex-USA backpackers).  Read to find out more.

Jul 18, 2017
11 Days Trekking to Everest Base Camp, Nepal
Apr 26, 2016
11 Days Trekking to Everest Base Camp, Nepal
Apr 26, 2016

An amazing escape into the Himalayans to see Everest Base Camp and the Sherpa culture.

Day 7 of EBC Trek: Prayer flags above Duglha

Apr 26, 2016
5 Days Hiking the W-Circuit in Torres del Paine, Chile
Dec 4, 2015
5 Days Hiking the W-Circuit in Torres del Paine, Chile
Dec 4, 2015

We hike over 65 miles in 4 days on the W-Trek in Torres del Paine, Chile.

Dec 4, 2015
3 Days in El Calafate, Argentina
Nov 26, 2015
3 Days in El Calafate, Argentina
Nov 26, 2015

We visit the world's 3rd largest fresh water reserve...and it's frozen.  We also get to hike atop the Perito Moreno Glacier just outside El Calafate, Argentina.

Nov 26, 2015
4 Days in El Chalten, Argentina
Nov 24, 2015
4 Days in El Chalten, Argentina
Nov 24, 2015

We enjoy some relaxing days sprinkled between very long days of hiking Mt. Fitz Roy in El Chalten, Argentina.

Nov 24, 2015
Nov 18, 2015
5 Days in Bariloche, Argentina
Nov 18, 2015

A water problem at our scheduled hostel leaves ends up turning into the best lodging we've had to date!  

Nov 18, 2015
5 Days Hiking The Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) Trek
Aug 27, 2015
5 Days Hiking The Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) Trek
Aug 27, 2015

We spend 5 days hiking the Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) in the Colombian Jungle.

Aug 27, 2015
RTW Packing List
Aug 17, 2015
RTW Packing List
Aug 17, 2015

After much deliberation I have finally decided on what to take with me on my 12 month journey.

Aug 17, 2015
Planning and Budgeting for Backpacking Through Patagonia
Jul 29, 2015
Planning and Budgeting for Backpacking Through Patagonia
Jul 29, 2015

A high-level overview of our Patagonia route (3 - 4 weeks) including an itinerary and budget.

Jul 29, 2015
Travel Insurance - A Huge Headache
Jun 10, 2015
Travel Insurance - A Huge Headache
Jun 10, 2015

After weeks of deliberating and narrowing down travel insurance policies I have created a computer chart which makes choosing a travel insurance policy much easier.

Jun 10, 2015
August 25, 2016

4 Days in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

August 25, 2016/ Scott Biales
4 Days in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

Eating our way through yet another city.

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Daily Essays
Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, SE Asia
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August 24, 2016

7 Days in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

August 24, 2016/ Scott Biales
7 Days in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Visiting orangutans in their original habitat.

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August 24, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 3 Comments
Daily Essays
Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Sabah, Sepilok, SCUBA, Market, Food, Animal, Malaysia, SE Asia
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August 23, 2016

8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

August 23, 2016/ Scott Biales
8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

Exploring the World's Largest Cave.

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Daily Essays
Mulu, Kuching, Sarawak, SE Asia, Malaysia, Borneo, Caves, Jungle
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July 30, 2016

3 Days in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

July 30, 2016/ Sylvie Golec
3 Days in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

3 uninspired days in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Daily Essays
Chinatown, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, SE Asia, Cat Cafe, Food
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July 28, 2016

2 Days in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

July 28, 2016/ Sylvie Golec
2 Days in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

We spend two days hiking through a Malaysian hill station.

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Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, SE Asia, Hiking/Trekking, Mossy Forest
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July 25, 2016

2 Days in Malacca

July 25, 2016/ Sylvie Golec
2 Days in Malacca

Dim sum at a Michelin star plus sampling dozens of street food at the Chinese night market.

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SE Asia, Malaysia, Malacca, Chinatown
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