1-Year World Itinerary: The Ultimate Gap Year
A full year of travel allows you to chase eternal summer and live nomadically. This route is designed to follow optimal weather patterns.
The "Endless Summer" Route
- Jan-Mar: South America (Patagonia & Andes)
- Apr-Jun: North America & Europe (Spring shoulder season)
- Jul-Sep: Central Asia & Mongolia OR Northern Europe
- Oct-Dec: Southeast Asia & Australia
With 12 months, you can rent apartments for weeks at a time, lowering costs significantly compared to hotels.
Budgeting for a Year
Expect to spend $20,000–$40,000 depending on comfort level. Southeast Asia and South America will lower your daily average.