A Goal of World Travel

Chris Guillebeau is on a mission to visit every country in the world by the time he is 35. It didn't start with "every country," but after he put a check mark next to the original "100 countries by 30" idea, he decided not to stop. 

You can read about his journey on the New York Times website, and in the excerpt below:

One of the problems is that I am running out of places with easy access. It’s not like every country is an Italy or a Mexico. Soon, I’m going to have to start making arrangements to get to Chad, the South Pacific and central Asia.

I used to earn 200,000 bonus miles a year because of my business spending, but since I’ve become self-employed, those days are over.

I recently was approved for 13 credit cards, all of which offered mileage bonuses of at least 20,000 miles. So that’s going to be a big help. I keep waiting for an airline alliance to call, but until then I have no sponsors and pay for all my own expenses. The money comes from products I sell on my Web site and some limited business consulting. I recently received an advance from the publisher for my first book. I also have half a million frequent-flier miles from before, which I’m steadily going through.

Walk your way around the world

Looking to see the world but not interested in taking crowded trains or buses? Well then I might have found the perfect website for you. I came across Country Walkers in a Best in Travel list in the Travel Smith catalog and I had to let others know about this alternative travel deal! Below is a blurb about who they are and what they offer:

Country Walkers, a premier walking tour company, offers unsurpassed walking tours and hiking vacations around the globe. With exceptional local guides, distinct, breathtaking regions, sumptuous cuisine, and authentic accommodations, Country Walkers proves that walking is the best way to explore the world.

From the lush green hills of Ireland to the vast wine country of Tuscany, our European walking tours promise an enriching journey by foot. Traverse the breathtaking terrain and immerse yourself in the culture and culinary delights of New Zealand, Bhutan, Morocco, Peru, Vermont, Nova Scotia, Alaska, and many more exciting locations. On our Family Adventures, each hiking vacation discovery becomes a cherished family memory in the making. Our woman's walking tours are for our female travelers who enjoy the companionship and spirit of women with enthusiasm for active travel.

Whether on an invigorating hike through a national forest or a leisurely stroll in a quaint, historic village, our walking tours and hiking vacations will enliven the senses and soothe the soul. As a walking tour company, we interweave health, adventure, culture, and awe-inspiring vistas in a single hiking vacation trip and walking tour, which is why so many of our guests are Country Walkers repeat travelers. So join us for your next walking tour adventure in travel and explore the world one step at a time.

To read on please visit their website!