#JSETT Twitter Chat Recap: Around the World Trips
Have you ever wanted to embark on an around the world trip? That’s what we asked our Twitter chat participants this week, and the answers were across the board. While to some a RTW trip is something they’ve only daydreamed about, others have already spent months and even years traveling across the globe.
Get their advice and check out our favorite responses below:
Q1: Have you ever dreamed of doing a RTW trip? Or have you done one already?
A1: I’ve dreamed of going to lots of places but never thought about a RTW trip…might need to! #JSETT
— Monica Ortega (@monicagoesshow) June 11, 2015
A1: I’ve done a couple RTW trips. First one: Circle the Pacific years ago; Last one: South Asia, Baltics, Gulf, S. America 2 yrs ago #JSETT
— Vicki Mattingly (@VoyagerVicki) June 11, 2015
A1: Not really, have traveled a lot so don’t know what kind of added value RTW trip would have…Usually I already do #powertraveling #JSETT
— Johanna (@JohannaTravels) June 11, 2015
@JetsetExtra A1 thought about RTW travel, but haven’t done in depth research. Would love to know pro and cons #JSETT
— Ada Chiu (@adachiu_) June 11, 2015
Q2: How much time do you suggest for planning a RTW trip? How long is the ideal RTW trip?
A2 I’d say at least 2 years would be ideal. Otherwise the temptation to move too fast is too great. #jsett
— The Windwalker Duo (@1Dad1Kid) June 11, 2015
A2. #JSETT It can be a fast or as slow as you want; each person must decide.
— dogsloveshushi (@MarjiStevens) June 11, 2015
@JetsetExtra A2: I’m waiting on until I can take a minimum of 3 months off, but I’d prefer at least a year. #JSETT
— Brian Eubanks (@BrianEub) June 11, 2015
A2: I found 5 months is about the max. time for me to enjoy a RTW trip, unless I’m traveling slowly and stopping a lot along the way. #JSETT
— Vicki Mattingly (@VoyagerVicki) June 11, 2015
Q3: What number of countries do you think is ideal and how long would you spend in each?
A3 I wouldn’t bother counting countries. Go to the places you want the most. It isn’t a competition. #jsett
— The Windwalker Duo (@1Dad1Kid) June 11, 2015
Q3. #JSETT My plan is Japan, SE Asia (multiple countries), Dubai, Europe (2-3 countries), home. I estimate 6 months.
— dogsloveshushi (@MarjiStevens) June 11, 2015
@OneTravelLove A3 At least a few weeks in each country. Make a base w/ good train/bus network, plan small trips as you go! #JSETT
— Ariane Colenbrander (@Vancouverscape) June 11, 2015
A3 Everyone is different. I originally wanted to see every and all countries. That changed after being on a #RTWtrip @JetsetExtra #JSETT
— Arnette RTW (@RTWgirl_) June 11, 2015
#JSETT A3: My ideal RTW trip is 4-5 countries but depends on my traveling lifestyle. @JSETTchat
— Mr. Troll Horse (@MrTrollHorse) June 11, 2015
Q4: How would you plan for an emergency? Do you need a plan or of you think it’s safe to play it by ear? Is travel insurance a must?
A4: I always find out what the local hospital situation is to be safe and let people know where I’m at #JSETT
— Monica Ortega (@monicagoesshow) June 11, 2015
A4 #Travel insurance is a must must must must must @JSETTchat. You can never plan for emergency but always vital to be safe #JSETT #RTWchat
— Arnette RTW (@RTWgirl_) June 11, 2015
@JetsetExtra A4: Always have back up copies of your id and travel documents. 🙂 Also travel clothing works against pick pockets #JSETT
— Cee (@CeecesTravel) June 11, 2015
@JetsetExtra A4 Travel insurance is so inexpensive that it doesn’t make sense for me to travel without it. #JSETT
— Brian Eubanks (@BrianEub) June 11, 2015
Q5: What advice would you give a first-time RTW traveler?
A5 Don’t fall for the temptation to try to see “everything.” Give yourself permission to have a lazy day or 2 in a place. #jsett
— The Windwalker Duo (@1Dad1Kid) June 11, 2015
A5 Don’t try to see everything. Give yourself “days off” and be ready to change plans on a whim @JSETTchat #JSETT #RTWchat @JetsetExtra
— Arnette RTW (@RTWgirl_) June 11, 2015
A5: Slower is better. It’s easier to get burnt out traveling fast. Try to spend some time in a places getting to know them. #JSETT
— Vicki Mattingly (@VoyagerVicki) June 11, 2015
A5. Metro passes, @CityPASS where available allow you to take time, relax in choosing. Don’t rush thru each day, savor where you are. #JSETT
— Scott Norris (@weninchina) June 11, 2015
Q6: Do you think you’d do a RTW trip on your own or with another person? What do you suggest and why?
@OneTravelLove A6: another person – even diff people for diff legs of a trip. I love sharing experiences with someone! #Jsett
— Shannon Kircher ✈ (@lavidashannon) June 11, 2015
@JetsetExtra A6 I’d maybe travel with another person on portions of the trip, but not the entire duration. #JSETT
— Brian Eubanks (@BrianEub) June 11, 2015
#JSETT A6: I would definitely do a RTW travel on my own unless if someone wants to travel with me. @JSETTchat
— Mr. Troll Horse (@MrTrollHorse) June 11, 2015
A6 I loved doing it solo but meeting friends along the way and making new ones @JSETTchat #JSETT
— Arnette RTW (@RTWgirl_) June 11, 2015
Our Twitter chat is held every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. PST/1:30 p.m. EST, using the hashtag #JSETT. See how the chat works and join us for the next one!
